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Meeting Yourself Deeply
Self-actualization is about becoming deeply and courageously yourself. For highly sensitive and neurodivergent leaders, or those who simply find themself always doing things a little differently, this journey can feel like peeling back layers of “shoulds” to reveal the truth of what actually fits.
Once you get comfortable practicing living and leading from a place of alignment, versus assimilation, your potential for impact increases. The path becomes more clear because you create the path.
01 — Self-Discovery
The Birkman Method is a powerful tool for anyone navigating the challenges of work because it gives language to things we often feel but don’t know how to explain. It doesn’t just show you what you’re good at, it also surfaces:
What energizes you
What you need to thrive
How you show up under stress
Where your values align with your behavior
02 — Needs Awareness
People can only see what we show them. Our internal values and motivations manifest as interests and career pursuits. Our visible stress responses are a result of invisible needs going unmet for a long enough period of time. Together we’ll uncover:
What are your strongest needs and how you’ve been over-adapting
How to notice when you’re needs are not being met
Learn how to tend to them yourself to remain in a productive behavior state
How to set boundaries where appropriate with those who disregard them.
03 — Authentic Being
Once you know who you are and what you need from others to stay grounded, what needs to stay and what needs to go in the way we are living becomes clear. The greatest risks and greatest rewards are in choosing to be who you truly are, walking your confidence, and holding compassion for yourself as you make this change. We’ll answer:
Where are you living in alignment, and where are you assimilating?
What unhealthy coping mechanisms have you been using?
What are your values (actual, shadow, and espoused)?
04 — Self-Regulation and Resilience
Everyone gets stressed, but most people don’t notice the subtle signs of fatigue and depletion that - when caught early - can be regulated and mitigated so you don’t make choices you’ll regret. Self-regulation is a leadership skill. Emotional intelligence is crucial for navigating the complex and continuous challenges faced by leaders today. In this phase we learn:
How to know when to manage emotion, show emotion, and use emotion in decision-making
How to build nourishing relationships with others, and recognizing when to let know of those that no longer serve you
What healthy coping mechanisms (habits) can we introduce slowly and build over time
05 — Purpose and Fulfillment
There’s no greater emptiness than using your gifts towards something that lacks meaning. Your values must be translated into the kind of impact you want to make in this world. You are altruistic by nature, but are you effective? Opportunity exists at the intersection of what you’re good at, what drives you, and what the world needs.
What is your mission statement and purpose for being
Why you are not as effective as you’d like to be - and what small shifts will make the difference
What are your natural strengths, learned abilities, and who can you serve the most with all of your gifts
Choose your path
$249
Get Started
1 Birkman Assessment
2 Sub-Reports
1 Coaching Session*
$649
Get Going
1 Birkman Assessment
4 Self-Development Reports
Up to 4 Coaching Sessions*
$949
Get Aligned
1 Birkman Assessment
8 Sub-Reports
Up to 6 Coaching Sessions*
$Varies
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Every leadership journey is unique, and sometimes your needs don't fit neatly into standard packages.
Contact me to design a custom solution that aligns with your timeline and objectives.
*A la carte coaching sessions are available as a one-time or subscription option AFTER one of the above packages has been purchased. See Services page for more information.
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One Assessment, Endless Possibilities
Background:
Introduced by Roger Birkman over 70 years ago, the Birkman Method is an online assessment that measures personality, social perception and occupational interests.
The assessment is designed to provide insight into what specifically drives a person's behaviors in an occupational setting and social context.
The method can be used to assess personality in any setting - making it the best investment to understand yourself and what changes you want to make in your life, education, or career.
The Authentic Birkman Method Experience
While you may encounter various personality assessments online that reference or claim to replicate the Birkman Method, the genuine assessment can only be administered by trained, certified practitioners. This isn't about exclusivity—it's about accuracy and meaningful results. When you work with a certified Birkman practitioner, you're not just getting an assessment—you're gaining a professional partner who can help you understand what your results mean for your specific situation and goals.
Professional Certification Requirements
The Birkman Method requires specialized training and certification for several important reasons:
Proper Administration: Validity depends on correct implementation of a unique questioning methodology and scoring system
Accurate Interpretation: Raw data means little without the expertise to translate behavioral patterns into actionable insights
Personalized Analysis: Your results aren't just a set of scores—they're a complex roadmap that requires professional guidance to navigate effectively
Beyond Self-Assessment
Many online tools offer instant gratification through self-scoring questionnaires, but the Birkman Method's 70+ years of research reveals that true behavioral insight requires more than surface-level responses. The assessment measures not just what you think about yourself, but how you actually function in social and occupational contexts—distinctions that emerge only through professional analysis.
Only by taking the official Birkman Method assessment do you then gain access to over 20 different sub-reports that help you go even deeper. No knock-off does that. For coaches working with clients, managers with direct reports, or full teams take the assessment then there are multiple comparison reports we can run. These sub-reports help show natural strengths and diversities, areas of potential conflict and collaboration, and instructions for how to work with each individual for best performance.
Investment in Accuracy
While free alternatives exist, they often provide generic insights that could apply to anyone. The authentic Birkman Method, administered by a certified practitioner, offers precise, research-backed understanding of your unique behavioral patterns, stress responses, and motivational drivers. This level of specificity is what makes the difference between interesting information and transformational self-knowledge.
Finally - you only need to take the assessment once. Unlike other online assessment that aren’t reliable (meaning you could take the test months to years later and have statistically significantly different results) the Birkman Method self-assessment is relevant for life.
