Seen by Birkman

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...