The AC Podcast

225: How Personality Assessments Can Transform Your Coaching Practice

In this Episode

Do personality assessments support or hinder our coaching practices? Join Professor Rebecca Jones and host, Claudia Day for an engaging conversation on how personality shapes coaching and personal development. They both share their personal journeys with personality assessments and give a short live demonstration from the IPIP neo assessment and how it can be used in a coaching session. Rebecca explores key personality theories, the ethical use of assessments, and how understanding personality enhances self-awareness and team dynamics.

You can take part in the IPIP neo personality assessment for free by clicking on the link provided in the guest resources in the left hand column.. This episode offers actionable insights for coaches, leaders, and anyone curious about personality’s role in unlocking potential.

You Will Learn

• The Big Five Personality Traits and their importance for personal and professional growth.
• Learn how personality assessments can drive self-awareness, development, and effective coaching.
• Explore the ethical and practical applications of personality tools in coaching and teamwork.

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Guest Bio

Professor Rebecca J Jones PhD CPsychol is a Professor in Coaching and Behavioural Change at Henley Business School, a Chartered Psychologist and Co-Founder of Inclusive Leadership Company. Rebecca is the author of the book ‘Coaching with Research in Mind’, host of the Coaching@Henley Podcast and has published her research in globally renowned journals.

 

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