Triangulation

Personality type is similar. All too often people rely on one “star”—usually a test result—to determine their best-fit type code. They do not take into account that the MBTI® and similar instruments are accurate only about 70% of the time. They may not realize it’s important to have other datapoints to draw on before deciding which type code fits them best.

Our unique approach utilizes “triangulation”—relying on multiple models to get at and reveal a person’s best-fit personality type code.

The Need for Multiple Models
When we explore type from more than one angle, we increase the likelihood of getting a best fit. Using triangulation, we can pinpoint our position with greater accuracy if we rely on multiple reference points. Thus, our triangulation method scrutinizes different aspects of personality via three models: temperament, interaction styles and cognitive processes.

You see, we human beings possess the unfortunate habit of generalizing whenever we categorize, and these generalizations soon begin to resemble limitations. By using multiple models, we prevent people from getting pigeonholed or put in a box, which all too often happens with personality type.  Triangulation helps people discover aspects of themselves reflected differently through each model.  This is a richer discovery experience than relying on a single datapoint — usually some test result.