Yes, This is About You

I’m somewhat burnt out on books and tests that “define” your personality or best career paths.

Are you?

Having read and taken numerous tests over the years, from Meyers-Briggs (outmoded) to Sally Hoghead’s “How the World Sees You” to less mainstream approaches such as numerological studies based on birth name, date, time, and place to one’s astrology (western or sidereal), I know myself well enough to say no from such things politely.

When you’re first entering the market, these tools can be helpful if you are

• a student not yet confident about your career path
• curious about how others see and interpret you
• learning about your behavioral patterns
• are confused about potential directions to choose from
• looking to apply your innate gifts in the workplace

Recently, while networking, I came across a man who made a convincing case for taking a test to increase sales by getting your customers to say yes. Playing the contrarian, I questioned, nay, grilled him as to why I should waste my time to get answers I already have. He said it only takes 5 minutes, and the psychological profile will reveal priceless marketing solutions, leaving no doubt about how I should sell my services. Most SMEs have had their share of challenges since COVID-19, myself included, so I committed.

What I found fascinating was the emotional lens. Hoghead’s 49 personality types…