18. Understanding Psychological Differences through Self Awareness with Kerry Lockyer

 DISC Profile: Yellow, Red, Green (I,D,S) | In this episode, Kerry Lockyer (a seasoned expert in learning and development and founder of Oomph Learning and Development), shares a profound realisation she had through observing her children's distinct differences, which highlighted the importance of nurturing self-awareness and emotional intelligence from a young age. The conversation discusses strategies for avoiding labels, understanding different perspectives, and appreciating cognitive diversity within organisations. Kerry emphasises the transformative power of tools like Clarity 4D and Insights, which utilise the language of colour to improve organisational culture and performance. Ultimately, this episode underlines the importance of understanding, respecting, and harnessing individual differences to foster personal growth and professional success, while also giving back to the community.   "It Starts with You" podcast is available everywhere on Wednesdays every fortnight.  If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and review! Thank you, Vic.      Let's Connect! Follow Vic O'Farrell via the Queen of Behaviours  Instagram - @vicofarrell LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriaofarrell/ Email – [email protected] Website - www.queenofbehaviours.com   For updates on new episodes and everything podcast related Watch the podcast on YouTube:  www.youtube.com/@queenofbehaviours Instagram - @itstartswithyoupodcastqob Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/queenofbehaviours TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itstartswithyoupodcast LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/queenofbehaviours/ Website - www.queenofbehaviours.com/podcast   About the Guest Kerry Lockyer Kerry is a L7 CIPD qualified L&D professional, with a 25 year track record delivering significant performance improvements within leadership, sales and team development. She's a Licensed Insights Practitioner, Accredited Clarity4D Business Partner, NLP Practitioner, TEDx Speaker and is also the Regional President of the Professional Speaking Association in the North West. On a personal level, she has a particular passion for working with young people and is proud to support Kriss Akabusi on his Project Mackenzie programme, which improves the outcomes for young people transitioning out of the care system.  She's also a volunteer mentor for The Girls Network. Connect with Kerry LinkedIn   -  www.linkedin.com/in/kerrylockyer Oomph Learning Website: www.oomphlearning.co.uk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kerry.l.hughes.3