Why CORE is Different
Why CORE is Different from Other Assessments
Tired of assessments that label you but don't change anything? You're not alone. Most behavioral assessments focus on self-awareness without providing the tools for real behavioral change.
CORE Communication Intelligence was built to solve the problem of "assessment fatigue"—where teams take a test, get a label, and nothing changes.
The Problem with Traditional Assessments
Popular assessments like Myers-Briggs (MBTI), DISC, StrengthsFinder, and Enneagram are excellent at helping you understand who you are. But they fall short when it comes to telling you what to do differently to improve your communication and relationships.
The result? Teams walk away with interesting insights but no actionable plan. Conflict continues. Miscommunication persists. Nothing fundamentally changes.
How CORE is Different
| Feature | Traditional Assessments | CORE Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Self-awareness and identity | Adaptability and action |
| Output | Descriptive labels and general traits | Specific scripts, phrases, and action steps |
| Application | Theoretical insights | Real-world workplace and personal scenarios |
| Blind Spots | General growth areas | Specific blind spots with immediate action steps |
| Adaptability | Static personality type | Teaches you how to flex your style for each of the other 3 styles |
| Time to Impact | Weeks or months (if ever) | Immediate—use scripts in your next conversation |
| Cost | $50-$300+ per person | $49.99 with full actionable report |
CORE vs. Popular Assessments
CORE vs. Myers-Briggs (MBTI)
Myers-Briggs categorizes you into 16 personality types based on cognitive preferences (e.g., INTJ, ESFP). It's excellent for understanding your internal processing style.
CORE's Advantage: While MBTI tells you who you are, CORE tells you how to communicate differently with each of the four styles. You get specific phrases like "So, what I'm hearing is..." and "How might this impact the team's morale?" that you can use immediately.
CORE vs. DISC
DISC measures Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness. It's widely used in corporate settings for team building.
CORE's Advantage: DISC describes behavioral tendencies but doesn't provide prescriptive action steps. CORE gives you a 22-page playbook with direct action scripts, real-world case studies, and specific blind spots to address—not just descriptions of your style.
CORE vs. StrengthsFinder
StrengthsFinder identifies your top 5 strengths out of 34 themes. It's designed to help you leverage what you're naturally good at.
CORE's Advantage: StrengthsFinder focuses on individual strengths, not communication dynamics. CORE teaches you how to adapt your communication style to work effectively with Challengers, Outgoing, Reliable, and Evaluator styles—essential for team collaboration and conflict resolution.
CORE vs. Enneagram
Enneagram identifies 9 personality types based on core motivations and fears. It's popular for personal growth and spiritual development.
CORE's Advantage: Enneagram is introspective and focuses on internal motivations. CORE is action-oriented and focuses on external communication behaviors. You get specific techniques like "count to five before speaking" and "ask 'How do you see this from your point of view?'" that create immediate results.
What Makes CORE Unique
1. Direct Action Scripts
You don't just learn your style—you get specific phrases and communication tactics to use with each of the other three styles.
Example: "So, what I'm hearing is that we need to address the budget before we finalize the timeline. Is that right?"
2. Optimal Self-Awareness Skills
Instead of vague "areas for improvement," CORE identifies specific blind spots (like Patience for Challengers or Assertiveness for Reliable styles) with a single, immediate action step you can implement today.
Example: Practice pausing for three seconds before responding in a conversation.
3. Real-World Application
The 22-page report includes workplace and at-home case studies so you can immediately apply CORE principles to the most common conflicts in your professional and personal life.
4. Focus on Adaptability
CORE moves beyond static identity. It teaches you how to flex your communication style to meet the needs of a Challenger, Outgoing, Reliable, or Evaluator style—allowing you to navigate any conversation with confidence.
The Bottom Line
If you want to understand your personality, take Myers-Briggs or Enneagram.
If you want to understand your strengths, take StrengthsFinder.
If you want to transform your communication and get immediate, actionable results—take the CORE Assessment.
We work with leaders who are tired of assessment fatigue and need a tool that delivers actionable results to boost team cohesion and execution.
Ready to Experience the Difference?
Take the CORE Assessment for $49.99 and get your personalized 22-page report with specific scripts, action steps, and real-world scenarios you can use immediately.