Hi John,

Today’s newsletter is all things SDI.

You’ll find:

  • An article from author and SDI expert Tim Scudder, Ph.D.
  • Our latest ebook and research about the relationship between positive regard and effective communication.
  • An upcoming webinar on relationship intelligence with leadership development expert Gil Brady, Ed.D.


If you’ve been wondering what the Strength Deployment Inventory is or how it can contribute to a healthy and high performing workplace culture, these resources are for you. So read, download, and register—and don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions.
How Does the SDI Compare to the MBTI?
by Tim Scudder

With the addition of the SDI and Core Strengths to Crucial Learning, we’ve had a number of questions about how the SDI (Strength Deployment Inventory) compares or contrasts to the MBTI (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator). In this post, I’ll address some practical, theoretical, and empirical differences, along with how the two can complement each other.
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How to Build a Speak-Up Culture with Crucial Conversations and the SDI

We recently surveyed 754 professionals to explore the relationship between perception of people and open communication. Download the ebook to see what we learned.
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Aug 12–16

Crucial Conversations® for Mastering Dialogue

Join us live online and learn how to:

  • Resolve conflict.
  • Speak your mind truthfully and tactfully.
  • Reach alignment when stakes are high and opinions vary.
  • Navigate the most important interactions at home and work.
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The more aware we are of what makes us tick, the more aware we are of what makes others tick. The more aware we are of the impact we make on others’ feelings, the more empowered we become to control the outcomes of our relationships with others.
 
—Elias Porter