Seen by Birkman

Most of us assume that expressing emotions and actually processing them are the same thing. They are not, and that gap is at the center of this conversation. Amy and Torri dig into the Birkman Emotional Energy Component, one of the most misunderstood measures in the assessment. They unpack why it has nothing to do with whether you have feelings, challenge the gender stereotypes that surround it, a...

We live in a world that rewards busyness, but being busy and being productive are not the same thing. In this episode, Amy and Torri dig into one of the most socially loaded Components in the Birkman framework: Physical Energy, and why the way we read other people's pace is almost always wrong. From the high-energy person who resents being rushed, to the low-energy person who actually thrives...

Social energy is one of the most misunderstood dimensions of personality, and it has almost nothing to do with whether you like people. Amy and Tori open a new series diving deep into the components of the Birkman Method, starting with the one that shapes more relationships, conflicts, and quiet resentments than almost any other. From the couple who nearly divorced over backyard barbecues to the l...

Can you actually be a “collaborative person,” or is collaboration something all of us have to learn? In this episode of Seen & Unscripted, Amy and Torri explore why collaboration is a skill, not a personality trait. They unpack how different Birkman scores can shape the way we collaborate, why seemingly collaborative strengths can be overused, and how quieter, more independent or competitive p...

Episode Description What happens when Amy and Torri answer questions they have not seen in advance? In this episode of Seen & Unscripted , they tackle four very different questions, from how to motivate a team with high Incentives Needs to how leaders should communicate change when they do not have all the answers. The conversation also gets more personal as they reflect on what they would ask...

What happens when Amy and Torri show up unscripted? In the first Seen & Unscripted episode, they answer questions they have never seen before, covering psychological safety, unmet Needs at work, overused strengths, and the thinkers who have shaped how they see people and leadership. The conversation moves from practical workplace challenges to personal reflections, with a common thread through...

Conflict isn't usually the problem. In this episode, Amy and Torri explore why so much conflict at work, at home, and in our relationships begins with a simple misunderstanding: we assume other people see the world the way we do. They unpack why two well-intentioned people can experience the exact same situation in completely different ways, how hidden personality differences shape our reactio...

In Part 2 of this conversation on Needs, Amy and Torri explore what happens after we become aware of our Needs. They discuss why unmet Needs create discomfort, how the stories we attach to them create unnecessary suffering, and how greater self-awareness can lead to more freedom, healthier relationships, and a deeper appreciation for who we are. Rather than trying to eliminate our Needs, they expl...

Needs are one of the most powerful and misunderstood parts of Birkman. In this episode, Amy and Torri begin a two-part conversation on what Needs are, why they matter, and how they shape the way people experience work, relationships, and themselves. They explore the difference between what people show on the outside and what they need on the inside. From Assertiveness to Social Energy to Emotional...

What makes a great leader? Many organizations search for the perfect leadership profile, hoping to reduce risk and predict success. In this episode, Amy and Torri explore why that profile does not exist and why leadership is far more complex than personality alone. They discuss the hidden risks of hiring for a specific type, the value of diverse perspectives, and why leadership should be viewed as...

Have you noticed that everyone is starting to sound the same? As AI becomes part of everyday work, communication is becoming faster, more polished, and in some cases, more uniform. In this episode, Amy and Torri explore what happens when technology begins to shape the way we express ourselves. They discuss why AI naturally gravitates toward the average, how personality creates trust and connection...

Should you retake the Birkman? It is one of the most common questions people ask after seeing their results, especially when they feel like they have changed, grown, or entered a new season of life. In this episode, Amy and Torri unpack why Birkman results are designed to remain stable, even when your context, behavior, relationships, or self-awareness shift. Through the metaphor of trees, they ex...

Feeling seen is not a luxury. It is a fundamental human need rooted in biology, belonging, and survival. In the first episode of Seen by Birkman, Amy and Torri define what it means to be seen and why this need shows up so strongly in relationships, leadership, and work. They explore how Birkman helps make invisible perceptions visible, and why understanding alone is not enough. Through personal st...