The AC Podcast

226: Know Yourself, Know Your Team: The Insights Discovery Tool

In this Episode

We dive deep into a transformative tool for enhancing team dynamics and organizational effectiveness—the Insights Discovery Tool. Joining our host, Claudia Day, is Mark Leisegang, Practice Lead at Insights Learning and Development, to discuss the pivotal role of self-awareness and emotional intelligence in personal and professional growth. Together, they explore how the Insights Discovery Tool, grounded in Jungian psychology, empowers individuals and teams to understand their personality preferences.

Mark shares his inspiring journey with the tool, shedding light on its cross-cultural applications, scientific reliability and validity, and its profound impact on communication, decision-making, and team collaboration. Listeners will learn from real-life examples, showcasing how teams leverage the tool to bridge personality differences, celebrate diversity, and foster stronger interpersonal relationships. Mark also delves into the concept of "dialling up or down" personality preferences, helping individuals adapt to various situations while maintaining authenticity. Ethical considerations and best practices for using the tool responsibly are also discussed.

Whether you’re a coach or leader looking to enhance team performance or an individual on a journey of self-discovery, this episode is packed with valuable insights to improve your communication, potential and relationships. Don’t miss this insightful conversation that underscores the power of understanding yourself and others in achieving effective teamwork and organizational success.

You Will Learn

• The 3 key areas of the Insights Discovery Tool: attitude, decision-making function, and irrational function.
• The 4 colour energies representing personality preferences.
• The 4 components of team effectiveness: climate, focus, process, and flow.

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Guest Bio

Mark Leisegang is an experienced professional with a diverse background in business analysis, CFO roles, and leadership positions across multiple sectors. As Managing Director of Insights Africa and Head of New Markets (APAC, Africa, Middle East, South America) at Insights, he successfully expanded businesses globally, including establishing entities in Singapore, Australia, and India. Mark has led over 300 Insights Discovery workshops globally and is passionate about creating high performing teams through fostering self-awareness, collaboration, and effective communication.

 

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