Re: Myers-Briggs LO2074

Kenn R. Fagans (kfagans@nyx10.cs.du.edu)
Thu, 13 Jul 1995 00:41:14 -0600 (MDT)

Replying to LO2055 --

> I read with great interest what you described as your "Reader's Digest
> Version" of the origin and development of the MBTI. Contrary, I would
> call it an erudite, concise, intelligible summary of the MBTI. I liked
> it!!! I work in an organization which has been seduced by the MBTI and the
> alphabet soup by which people identify themselves has become the jargon of
> the politically in crowd among the HR training folks. I can't even, as I
> pen this electonic missive, rememby what my MBTI alphabet name is. I know
> I generally like people and I like to be organized...In any case, your
> summary is great and I'll use it--acknowledging the source--to impress the
> in crowd at the next opportunity. One question, however: Are you aware
> of any substantive research, even solid personal experience, which in any
> way connects MBTI types or application with effective work team
> development and performance. Again, Thanks for sending out your toughts.

Chris,

Magerison and McCann have done extensive work relating the Jungian
archetypes to work prefernces and successful team management. It is a
direct corrolation with the MBTI. I have used their work and instruments
extensively in my OD practice. Their book on "Team Management Systems"
is available for about $25. The cost of their "profiles" are
approximately $125 - $250 per person depending on quantities.

If you'd like some further info, let me know ...

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