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California Psychological Inventory™ (CPI™)

Helps identify and develop the best leaders for your organisation.

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The CPI is a trusted, research-based assessment that offers a deep understanding of an individual’s personality and behavioural tendencies by drawing on a comprehensive set of empirically-validated measures. Unique in its approach, the CPI describes people based on how they’re likely to be perceived by others - without requiring a full 360-degree review - and how they typically behave in interpersonal, social, and leadership situations.

These insights provide a clear picture of a person’s leadership potential and capabilities while enabling organisations and leadership development professionals to effectively identify and develop leaders at all levels.

Reports available for the CPI assessment quantify 26 personality attributes and 18 leadership characteristics, benchmarking results against those of a real-world sample of successful managers and executives. These reports act as a blueprints highlighting strengths, identifying opportunity areas and action steps, and providing a clear, ready-to-use guide for training and development.

ASSESSMENT SCALES

The 5 broad areas measured are:

  • Dealing with Others

  • Self-Management

  • Motivations and Thinking Style

  • Personal Characteristics

  • Work-Related Measures

AREAS OF APPLICATION

This highly versatile tool can be used for:

  • Selection and recruitment

  • Leadership development

  • Executive coaching

  • Performance enhancement

  • Succession planning

REPORT OPTIONS

  • CPI 260 Coaching Report for Leaders delivers in-depth insights into an individual's leadership strengths and potential blind spots while supporting action planning for further development.

  • CPI 260 Client Feedback Report explores an individual's approach to life, how they see themselves, and how they compare themselves to others regarding characteristics that are important in the context of work and everyday life.

Product Info

Training

Compulsory

Age range

Individuals 18 years and older

Administration time

30-40 minutes

Norms

Global

Languages

English

Administration Platform

Online

Integrated reports

None

Author

Dr Harrison Gough

Publisher

The Myers-Briggs Company

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