Discovering Psychometrics and Personality with Dr. Stewart Desson

In this episode of 'Resilience Unravelled,' Dr Russell Thackeray welcomes Dr. Stewart Desson, CEO and founder of Lumina Learning to discuss all things psychometrics. Known for his innovative Lumina Spark Psychometric Model, Dr. Desson shares his journey from scepticism about personality measurements to creating a tool that integrates both quantitative and qualitative approaches to understanding personality. He explains the framework of the Big Five personality model, addressing biases in traditional psychometric assessments and proposing a more balanced, inclusive language. Dr. Desson emphasizes the importance of self-awareness for leaders and teams, exploring topics such as neurodiversity and the changing nature of personality over time. He also delves into the practical applications of psychometrics in improving team dynamics, leadership, and personal development. The episode highlights ongoing research initiatives and invites listeners to participate, offering insights into how individuals and organisations can leverage these tools for better interpersonal understanding and workplace effectiveness.00:00 Introduction 00:26 Meet Dr. Stewart Desson01:19 The Journey to Psychometrics02:26 PhD Insights and Personality Measurement04:37 Defining Personality06:03 Personality Adaptation and Change09:42 The Ocean Model Explained11:20 Biases in Personality Models15:55 Lumina Learning and Balanced Psychometrics17:03 Understanding the Purpose of Personality Testing18:42 The Role of Leaders in Personality Awareness19:33 Ongoing Research and Opportunities for Participation21:59 Applications and Benefits of Lumina Learning24:55 Challenges and Criticisms of Personality Tools29:35 Neurodiversity and Personality Research32:49 Getting in Touch and Final ThoughtsYou can find Stewart Desson on LinkedinYou can contact us at [email protected] can be found online or a link at our website https://resilienceunravelled.com