Arran Topalian 28/09/2013 Personal Profile

1 Arran Topalian28/09/2013 Personal ProfileFoundation ChapterInsights Discovery TopalianPage 2 Copyright 1992-2013 Andrew Lothian, Insights, Dundee, Scotland. All rights reserved. DetailsArran Discoveryv3 343 Date Completed28/09/2013 Date Printed04/10/2013 Insights Learning and Development Martin Way, Claverhouse Business Park, Dundee, DD4 9FF, ScotlandTelephone: +44(0)1382 908050 Fax: +44(0)1382 908051E-mail: Discovery TopalianPage 3 Copyright 1992-2013 Andrew Lothian, Insights, Dundee, Scotland. All rights reserved. Style5 Interacting with Others5 Decision Making6 Key Strengths & Weaknesses7 Strengths7 Possible Weaknesses8 Value to the Team9 Communication10 Effective Communications10 Barriers to Effective Communication11 Possible Blind Spots12 Opposite Type13 Communication with Arran 's Opposite Type14 Suggestions for Development15 The Insights Wheel16 Insights Colour Dynamics17 Jungian Preferences18 Insights Discovery TopalianPage 4 Copyright 1992-2013 Andrew Lothian, Insights, Dundee, Scotland.

2 All rights reserved. Insights Discovery Profile is based on Arran Topalian s responses to the Insights Preference Evaluator which was completed on 28/09 origins of personality theory can be traced back to the fifth century BC, when Hippocrates identified four distinct energies exhibited by different people. The Insights System is built around the model of personality first identified by the Swiss psychologist Carl Gustav Jung. This model was published in his 1921 work Psychological Types and developed in subsequent writings. Jung s work on personality and preferences has since been adopted as the seminal work in understanding personality and has been the subject of study for thousands of researchers to the present Jung's typology, this Insights Discovery Profile offers a framework for self-understanding and development. Research suggests that a good understanding of self, both strengths and weaknesses, enables individuals to develop effective strategies for interaction and can help them to better respond to the demands of their from several hundred thousand permutations of statements, this Profile is unique.

3 It reports statements which your Evaluator responses indicate may apply to you. Modify or delete any statement which does not apply, but only after checking with colleagues or friends to identify whether the statement may be a blind spot for this Profile pro-actively. That is, identify the key areas in which you can develop and take action. Share the important aspects with friends and colleagues. Ask for feedback from them on areas which seem particularly relevant for you and develop an action plan for growth personally and Discovery TopalianPage 5 Copyright 1992-2013 Andrew Lothian, Insights, Dundee, Scotland. All rights reserved. statements provide a broad understanding of Arran s work style. Use this section to gain a better understanding of his approaches to his activities, relationships and StyleArran is the conceptual problem solver, intensely intellectual and logical, exhibiting flashes of creative brilliance.

4 His perception of the world is a conceptual and abstract one, but one with endless possibilities. Independent, logical and determined, he may work well with computers if this involves research or analysis. He is unlikely to be comfortable expressing his inner feelings to strangers. His ideas are generally abstract, containing intellectual insight, but he finds the practicalities of carrying out and developing these ideas to a conclusion less he values his integrity, he can be determined to the point of being stubborn about issues that are important to him. Arran has an ever-present internal critic who judges everything he thinks and does. He is seen by others as intellectually independent. He can be a veritable storehouse of information on the things he knows well and understands. Both for himself and others, fun, relaxation and free time are scheduled and prioritised has the ability to complete most things he undertakes.

5 Arran conveys great precision and economy of effort in both thought and language. Arran is hardworking, righteous, fiercely independent and convinced that moral good must win above all else. He is convinced that a successful life needs to be tough and that satisfaction must be earned and re-earned. He functions by the rule book and if procedures are changed, he may conclude he is being taken advantage of. Although disinterested in purely scholastic pursuits, knowledge is important for its immediate usefulness to is intensely curious and is always seeking to find coherence in endless amounts of data. He may need assistance in tapping into his creativity and to bring projects to completion. He is not usually aware that he is denying himself pleasure; he is so preoccupied with what he should and must do that he rarely steps back to ask himself what he really wants in life. He is keen to pick out logical inconsistencies.

6 He is persevering, with a singleness of purpose that he devotes to long term achievement of the mind. He is an ideal academic who continually seeks knowledge for its own is a systematic and organised thinker, with highly developed analytical skills. Arran is logical and analytical, an ingenious thinker and long-range planner, and good at anything that requires rapid reasoning. He has scant interest in theories or speculation for their own sake. Because he lives by principles and rules, Arran is very consistent and dependable. He is adept at homing in on the essence of complicated, confusing with OthersArran is generally content to work on his own rather than be a visible part of a team. His abilities may not be readily recognised or accepted, as he may be seen as somewhat aloof byInsights Discovery TopalianPage 6 Copyright 1992-2013 Andrew Lothian, Insights, Dundee, Scotland.

7 All rights reserved. His inner feelings may emerge when he is by himself, especially when he has time alone to go over the day's conclusions. He may have an aversion to having his time and energy constantly put at the disposal of others. He does not take criticism personally, and is often surprised to discover that others may be hurt or offended by the constructive criticism he can doesn't often encourage others to challenge his views. Most people have limited understanding of his complex, adaptable and creative mind. The avoidance of social engagements may make him feel guilty at having forsaken a social duty in order to satisfy his need for privacy and solitude. Turning his energy outward would help gain the practical knowledge to make his ideas immediately acceptable to other people. Arran may express affection non-verbally and appreciate others' company on a rather abstract a fluent talker and an excellent listener, Arran is optimistic about his ability to influence people towards his viewpoint.

8 He tends not to care how he is seen as measuring up to others' standards as it is his own standards that are important to him. He may feel under strain if he is unclear about what is expected of him or if duties at work are subject to change at short notice. If his work constantly requires him to be warm and outgoing with others, he finds this draining after a while and may need to take some private time out before regrouping. Possessing determination and perseverance, Arran has a high regard for his own competence and values others with similar high MakingArran is self-reliant and is not frightened to take the path of maximum resistance in his efforts to produce the best results. Arran can usually get to the heart of any situation and implement an effective solution. He makes decisions after a great deal of thought and he may not be dissuaded by emotional or muddled arguments.

9 Arran 's quizzical and probing nature may create solutions which open up fresh processes. He is comfortable making conclusive judgements about others and tends to be a strict tends to be influenced by the idea, rather than the people behind the idea. He may lack patience with others who are less focused on the job in hand. Arran 's many accomplishments are achieved mainly through determination and perseverance in reaching or exceeding his high standards. He can be creative and imaginative. He will be swayed by guarantees and case is willing to admit the truth about people or things that are important to him, is very alert to problems, and seeks to find solutions himself. With a love of problem solving, he can be very perceptive and has a highly developed capacity for inner reflection. Arran is able to readily grasp any underlying principles and make decisions based on logic, rather than on how people feel.

10 He sees himself as realistic, practical and matter-of-fact, although others may not always see the practicality of some of his decisions. People count on Arran for insightful analyses and forthright NotesInsights Discovery TopalianPage 7 Copyright 1992-2013 Andrew Lothian, Insights, Dundee, Scotland. All rights reserved. Strengths & WeaknessesStrengthsThis section identifies the key strengths which Arran brings to the organisation. Arran has abilities, skills and attributes in other areas, but the statements below are likely to be some of the fundamental gifts he has to s key strengths:Able to deal with complex the job done and done great attention to for as long as high standards for himself and for better far sighted work late to get the job NotesInsights Discovery TopalianPage 8 Copyright 1992-2013 Andrew Lothian, Insights, Dundee, Scotland. All rights reserved. Strengths & WeaknessesPossible WeaknessesJung said wisdom accepts that all things have two sides.