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The History of the CVI

By
Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content Creation, eRep, Inc.
Posted
December 26, 2022

Lynn Ellsworth Taylor created the Core Values Index psychometric assessment to provide an answer to that age-old question, "What is my purpose?" Learn about Mr. Taylor and discover the history behind the world's most accurate and reliable psychometric assessment.

Finding My Professional Path: An Interview with Jeff Jarchow

By
Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content Creation, eRep, Inc.
Posted
October 24, 2022

After work in strengths (StrengthsFinders), motivations (MCode), collaboration type (mPact), content (YouScience), spiritual gifts, personality (Myers-Briggs & Big Five), and a two day deep dive LifePlan, Jeff lacked something. 'I didn't have my why.'

Q&A About Relationships and the Core Values Index

By
Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content Creation, eRep, Inc.
Posted
August 29, 2022

Can the Core Values Index psychometric assessment and personality test be used to help married couples in relationship counseling? Can the CVI improve your odds of finding and keeping the perfect partner? We find out.

The Psychometric Profile of Action Heroes: Using the Core Values Index Without Even Knowing It

By
Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content Creation, eRep, Inc.
Posted
May 9, 2022

It's highly doubtful that the writers of John Wick or Ferris Bueller's Day Off had any clue of the CVI's existence or how it works, yet their characters magically fit certain psychometric profiles to perfectly serve the story.

Career Validation: A Profile of Real Estate Broker and Coach, Andi Blackwell

By
Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content Creation, eRep, Inc.
Posted
April 25, 2022

We interviewed real estate broker and coach, Andi Blackwell, before and after taking the Core Values Index psychometric assessment, and learned the value of pursuing the career that suits you best.

What is Best For My Clients is What is Best For Me: A CVI Success Story

By
Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content Creation, eRep, Inc.
Posted
November 29, 2021

We interviewed mortgage broker Gary Boyer before and after taking the Core Values Index psychometric assessment, and discovered the reason why he has been so successful.

It's All About Your Team: A Profile of Ted Davis, Airstream Adventures

By
Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content Creation, eRep, Inc.
Posted
November 8, 2021

We interviewed Ted Davis, the CEO/President of Airstream Adventures, a successful retailer and customizer of the iconic Airstream brand of travel trailers. We learn the secret to their success (hint: it's all about their team).

If You Lead People, Read These Books

By
Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content Creation, eRep, Inc.
Posted
October 18, 2021

We review a pair of books intended for HR professionals that will leave you amazed at how appropriate and useful they are for anyone in a position of leadership. Learn why.

Should Employers Be Selective in a Hiring Crisis?

By
Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content Creation, eRep, Inc.
Posted
September 20, 2021

Is it a good idea in today's hiring crisis for employers to be selective? Hanging onto top performers has obvious benefits, but should an employer let a poor performing employee go when the pool of available candidates to replace them is ultra-thin?

Road-testing the CVI: A Management Expert's Review

By
Sharon Green , Contributor
Posted
June 28, 2021

Sharon Green, a coaching and interim management consultant, presents a review of the Core Values Index psychometric assessment and compares it to other tools like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI).

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