Frequently Asked Questions

Unlike personality tests (like DISC or Myers-Briggs) that focus on how you feel or think, and skills-based assessments that measure what you know, Kolbe measures how you instinctively take action. It identifies your natural problem-solving strengths—what you do when you’re free to operate in the way that feels most natural.

Kolbe helps leaders hire smarter, reduce turnover, and create highly productive teams by matching roles with the way people naturally get things done. Instead of just assessing qualifications or behavior, Kolbe ensures that employees are placed in roles that align with their instinctive strengths, leading to less burnout, frustration, and inefficiency.

For example, if you hire a high Fact Finder (8-10)for a fast-paced role that requires quick decision-making, they may struggle with the pressure to act without extensive research. On the flip side, a low Follow Thru (1-3) may resist rigid systems, making them a poor fit for a highly structured role.

Yes. The Kolbe A™ Index meets EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) standards, including the "80% rule," ensuring a bias-free, legally compliant hiring process. Unlike traditional hiring tools, Kolbe focuses on how candidates naturally take action, rather than personality or background, making it an equitable assessment for all applicants.

Kolbe assessments have undergone rigorous validation to confirm they are job-related, free of bias, and compliant with federal hiring regulations. They provide a fair way to match candidates to roles based on their natural strengths, improving hiring decisions, employee satisfaction, and team collaboration.

If you need official documentation on Kolbe’s compliance with EEOC standards, please email yourbestawaits@gmail.com.

Absolutely! When team members understand each other’s Kolbe strengths, they recognize why conflicts arise and how to work through them.

For example, have you ever had a team member who asks too many questions before getting started? That’s likely a high Fact Finderneeding details. Meanwhile, a high Follow Thru might get visibly frustrated when interrupted mid-task because they prefer to complete things in order.

Kolbe provides a common language to help teams respect each other’s instincts rather than getting frustrated by differences.

Many businesses use DISC to assess behavioral tendencies, but DISC doesn’t tell you how someone will actually get work done.

• DISC measures behavioral preferences—how people respond to situations.
• Kolbe measures how people take action—their instinctive way of solving  problems.

Example: A leader might see that two employees both score as “highly driven” on DISC, but one struggles with decision-making. Kolbe helps uncover why:
✔ Too much data? (High Fact Finder—needs all the details first)
✔ Not enough structure? (Low Follow Thru—struggles with rigid plans)
✔ No plan at all? (High Quick Start—jumps in without a roadmap)

Without Kolbe, this critical difference remains unknown—until it causes frustration. With Kolbe, leaders gain clarity on work styles, making it easier to assign tasks, remove obstacles, and improve efficiency.

No, your Kolbe results remain consistent throughout your life. Unlike personality tests that can shift with experiences, Kolbe measures your instinctive way of problem-solving—how you naturally take action when left to your own devices.

Think of it like being right-handed or left-handed. You can force yourself to write with the other hand, but it will always feel unnatural and require extra effort. The same applies to how you instinctively get things done—Kolbe helps you understand and work with your natural strengths, not against them.

Knowing your Kolbe strengths helps you:

• Work more efficiently by focusing on how you instinctively perform best.
• Eliminate frustration by avoiding tasks that go against your natural strengths.
• Make better decisions about career moves, partnerships, and leadership styles.
• Set up systems that work for YOU instead of trying to fit into someone else’s mold.

For example, if you’re a low Follow Thru (1-3) but force yourself into a job that requires detailed planning, you’ll feel drained. Kolbe allows you to lean into what you do best and delegate what you don’t.

Yes! Kolbe isn’t just for business—it transforms relationships by helping people understand how they naturally function together.

Example:

• One partner needs all the details before making a decision (high Fact  Finder).
• The other just wants to get in the car and start driving (low Fact Finder,  high Quick Start).

Without Kolbe, this leads to frustration ("Why do you always overthink things?" vs. "Why do you never plan anything?"). With Kolbe, couples recognize these differences and find ways to support instead of clash.

If your job forces you to work against your Kolbe strengths, you’ll likely feel:

• Frustrated  and drained by daily tasks.
• Slower than others at getting things done (or rushing through things too fast).
• Stressed  from trying to conform to a way of working that doesn’t feel natural.

Kolbe helps you adjust your workflow (or find a better-fit role) so that you’re working with your strengths, not against them.

1️⃣ Take the Kolbe A™ Index assessment.
2️⃣ Schedule a one-hour consultation where we break down your results and discuss how to apply them in your work and life.
3️⃣ Walk away with practical strategies to operate at your best and improve interactions with others.

As a Kolbe Certified Consultant since 2018, I’ve worked with hundreds of individuals, leaders, teams, and business owners to:
✔ Identify why they feel stuck or frustrated.
✔ Improve team dynamics and hiring decisions.
✔ Reduce stress and inefficiency.
✔ Help people leverage their natural way of taking action.

Kolbe is more than an assessment—it’s a game-changer for business success, leadership effectiveness, and personal growth. 

If you’re ready to stop working against yourself and start making your instincts work FOR you, let’s talk.

Coaching focuses on conscious awareness, goal setting, and taking aligned action. It helps you recognize challenges and create strategies for success. Energy healing, on the other hand, works at a subconscious level, clearing emotional and mental blocks that may be keeping you stuck. Not all clients choose the energy healing component, and that’s completely okay—it doesn’t prevent you from achieving incredible results. My approach is tailored to your needs, whether that’s pure coaching, energy work, or a blend of both.

Kolbe helps you understand how you naturally problem-solve and take action. Many people unknowingly work against their instincts, leading to stress, inefficiency, and burnout. When you align with your strengths, decision-making becomes easier, productivity increases, and relationships improve. Coaching with Kolbe ensures you're not just setting goals—you’re executing them in a way that works best for you.

Most assessments focus on personality or behavior, but Kolbe measures how you instinctively take action. Traditional coaching often relies on mindset shifts, but if you’re working against your natural strengths, it’s an uphill battle. My approach integrates Kolbe insights with coaching, making it a practical, results-driven process rather than just another self-awareness tool. For those who have struggled to see lasting change, energy healing can also be an option—but it’s completely optional.

Yes! Many professionals experience decision fatigue, imposter syndrome, and financial ceilings that feel impossible to break. Coaching provides clarity and strategic action steps, while Kolbe reveals why certain work styles may be causing tension or inefficiencies. If you’re struggling with leadership challenges, difficulty delegating, team frustration, or financial plateaus, understanding how you and your team instinctively operate is a game-changer. Energy healing is available for those who find success where traditional methods have fallen short.

Start by booking a clarity call where we’ll pinpoint what’s currently holding you back and determine the best path forward—whether that’s Kolbe coaching, leadership strategy, or deeper mindset work. If you’re ready to gain insight into how you naturally take action, begin with the Kolbe A™ Index and a 1.5 hour consultation.