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Banker: Wise Stewardship

By
Travis Stovall, CEO, eRep, Inc.
Posted
October 27, 2025

Banker energy in the CVI represents knowledge, continuity, and the protective impulse to guard what matters. It's wise stewardship preserves trust, reduces waste, and anchors teams in reality.

Innovator: Clarity as Care

By
Travis Stovall, CEO, eRep, Inc.
Posted
October 20, 2025

This article makes an Innovator's "clarity as care" practical: name the real problem, ask three quick questions, and share a one-page, good-enough plan. Read it to cut stress and get things done.

Why People Shut Down, Lash Out, or Over-Explain in Conflict - and How to Handle It

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted
October 13, 2025

Ever wondered why someone suddenly gets pushy, distant, or full of questions? Learn how to recognize personality-based conflict resolution strategies in everyday conversations.

Merchant: Heartful Presence

By
Travis Stovall, CEO, eRep, Inc.
Posted
October 13, 2025

Discover the Merchant's gift of heartful presence-empathy with backbone. Learn how warmth, truth, and discernment can deepen trust, protect integrity, and move work forward with meaning.

When Communication Breaks Down

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted
September 29, 2025

Discover how the Core Values Index™ (CVI) reveals communication patterns in conflict and helps transform misunderstandings into stronger collaboration and trust at work and in life.

Essence Before Strategy

By
Travis Stovall, CEO, eRep, Inc.
Posted
September 29, 2025

What if your strategies flowed effortlessly from who you truly are? Discover how the Core Values Index reveals your essence-Builder, Merchant, Innovator, or Banker-and why starting with essence simplifies success.

Get Into The Happiness Loop

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted
September 22, 2025

Stop chasing happiness and start living it. When your actions align with your emotional hardwiring, joy flows naturally. The Core Values Index shows you the way into the Happiness Loop.

The Top 5 Individual Uses for the Core Values Index (CVI)

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted
August 11, 2025

Unlock your true potential with the Core Values Index (CVI). Discover 5 powerful ways to boost self-awareness, improve relationships, and align your career with your natural strengths. Start your journey to personal growth and fulfillment today.

Stress, Conflict, and Your Personality Type

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted
June 23, 2025

There is a direct connection between your Core Values Index personality profile and how you respond to stress and conflict. It also determines what causes you stress in the first place. Learn more.

What is Talent?

By
Steve Williamson, VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted
June 16, 2025

Are you talented? What separates talent from ability? Can talent be learned or is it something you're born with? How do you find out where your talents lie?

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