Blog

Ever feel like your team is speaking different languages — even when everyone’s technically “on the same page”? You’re not imagining it. Underneath the roles, titles, and job descriptions, people experience the world in fundamentally different ways.

You were curious. You took the free Perceptual Style Introduction assessment, spent 10 minutes answering the questions, and maybe even skimmed through the personalized insights you received.

And then… nothing.

Stress is an inevitable part of life – a natural human response to difficult situations, pressures, and demands (the kinds that cause feelings of tension and worry).

We live in a world saturated with information, opinions, and debates about what is “true.” Yet, amidst this flood of data, one often-overlooked truth is the profoundly subjective nature of perception.

Have you ever wondered why two people can experience the same event but interpret it completely differently?

One might see it as an opportunity, while the other sees it as a threat. These differences aren’t just random; they are deeply rooted in perceptual differences.

When it comes to understanding how different Perceptual Styles interact, I’ve got a built-in case study: my wife, Lynda-Ross, and me. For those of you who don’t already know, I’m Activity, and she’s Vision. We've been married for 37 years and have worked together for most of those years. While some folks cringe at the thought of working with their spouse, we’ve found it to be overwhelmingly positive and rewarding. (For the most part—let’s not sugarcoat it entirely!)

Self-awareness is a buzzword often heard in personal development circles, but what does it truly mean? More importantly, why is it considered the essential first step toward meaningful change?

The end of the year is the perfect time to pause and take stock of where we’ve been and where we’re headed. Reflection is a deeply personal process, and how you approach it has a lot to do with your Perceptual Style

Holiday perfectionism—it’s something most of us have wrestled with, even if we don’t call it that.

Whether it’s orchestrating the perfect meal, finding the perfect gift, or creating the perfect moment, the pressure to make everything just right during the holidays can be overwhelming.

I’ve always been intrigued by the push and pull of different Perceptual Styles—how our unique approaches can either complement or clash in the fast-paced world of technology. One such fascinating combo? The interaction between Activity (my Perceptual Style) and Methods.