MCP045: Understanding Personality Types to Improve Communication in Business w/ Don Oehlert
- E46
- 33:15
- September 25th 2024
Today on the #MeetCoolPeople Podcast, I had the great pleasure of chatting with Don Oehlert, an expert in job search strategies, a managing partner at ecareercoaching.com, and a fractional chief people officer. Whether you’re navigating the challenging job market or looking to enhance your company’s culture, this conversation offers valuable advice and actionable steps.
In this episode, we focused on something I love to talk about, personality assessments and their broad applications in both personal and professional settings. Don provided expert insights on how understanding these assessments can greatly improve workplace dynamics and job search strategies, particularly for those aged 45 and older.
Here are the key takeaways from our conversation:
- Mainstream Acceptance of Personality Assessments: Tools like DISC, Enneagram, and Myers-Briggs are now widely recognized and utilized for better communication and collaboration within organizations.
- Enhancing Communication: Understanding diverse personality types can significantly improve empathy and courtesy in interactions, leading to a more positive work environment and better teamwork.
- Job Search Strategies for Older Adults: Don emphasized the importance of using "SAR stories" (Situation, Action, Result) to create compelling marketing messages for job seekers, especially those aged 45 and older.
- Personalized Recognition for Retention: Employee retention is improved when recognition and rewards are tailored to individual personality types, making people feel more valued and understood.
- Understanding Company Culture: Employers should introspect to determine their desired company culture, which in turn helps in managing employees effectively and ensuring a conducive work environment.
Be sure to connect with with Don. You can reach out to him via email at [email protected]. Don’s expertise in career coaching and personality assessments can offer profound benefits for both job seekers and small business owners alike.
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