The iWAM's Initiative pattern reveals whether someone naturally moves toward goals or waits to respond to circumstances. This distinction has profound implications for role design and team effectiveness. … read more »
Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on July 15, 2026.
Some employees trust their own judgment above all else; others need external validation to feel confident. The iWAM's Reference pattern explains this dynamic and how managers can work with both types. … read more »
Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on July 1, 2026.
Do your employees embrace change or resist it? The iWAM's Sameness/Difference pattern reveals how individuals naturally perceive and respond to change — a critical insight for change management initiatives. … read more »
Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on June 15, 2026.
Why does one employee need to see results three times before believing they're real, while another is convinced after a single demonstration? The iWAM's Convincer patterns answer this question. … read more »
Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on June 1, 2026.
Are your people motivated by achieving goals or by avoiding problems? The iWAM's Direction pattern is one of the most powerful predictors of how individuals set priorities and sustain effort over time. … read more »
Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on May 15, 2026.