Herman Brain Dominance Instrument
The HBDI has been widely recognized as a highly effective diagnostic tool to identify personal thinking styles and preferences.
Inspired by neurological research, the HBDI has identified 4 basic thinking styles.
Based on a self-administered questionnaire, a profile can be developed for every individual. The profile shows individual preferences. The model (rightly) assumes that individuals are stronger in those areas, for which they have a preference.
Individual profiles can best be used to
- identify individual strengths and weaknesses
- identify development needs
- explore the match or mismatch between individual preferences and job requirements
- design a personal development plan
Based on individual profiles, the HBDI can compile team profiles. The team report gives a detailed view of the team competencies as well as the team’s preferences (i.e. most likely behaviour) under stress.
Team Profiles provide detailed insights into the team dynamics. The emerging preference patterns serve as an excellent starting point for identifying the team’s collective strengths and weaknesses. This can be used to identify specific development needs.
Extensive research has shown that all 4 quadrants are represented in individuals and groups. For managers to related and communicate effectively with their teams / the wider organisation, they need to ensure that they effectively use all 4 quadrants. The Whole Brain approach is a precondition for highly effective leadership.
The HBDI is available in 24 languages and can be used inter-culturally.
For further details see www.hid.de.