I’m sure you have people in your organization who are very productive. When you need to get research done or have a report generated on a timely basis you know exactly who to go to. The reason some people are better able to complete assignments has a lot to do with their Attentional Style and it’s just one of the many attributes I measure using an online assessment tool. The Attentional Style can explain why same people may not be as good at reading a room or coming up with creative new drinks because those skills require different forms of attention. I sometimes see individuals who are analytical, productive, great with people but most of us tend to prefer one attention style over another.
With the aid of this tool, I am able to advise hiring managers on how each candidate is likely to fit in with their team. It also helps me coach leaders on how to best manage each style once they are hired. If you have someone who is really talented at analyzing problems but not great at execution you could either a) adjust their role, or b) focus on coaching them to better plan and execute.
I think one of the most frustrating things for most leaders is trying to understand why someone can’t do something that they find so simple. The assessment tool helps leaders to understand that their own strengths and weaknesses will always differ from others and that by becoming aware of those differences, they are better equipped to build a balanced, multi-skilled team.
