Change Style Indicator® assessment

Three styles

Conservers value predictability and incremental improvement. They prefer evolutionary rather than revolutionary change, approach it methodically with detailed analysis, focus on preserving core elements while refining systems, and excel at maintaining stability during turbulence.

Pragmatists value functional, practical outcomes over ideological purity. They prefer moderate change with measurable results, focus on what works rather than perfect solutions, build bridges between perspectives, and excel at workable compromises and realistic timelines.

Originators value innovation and paradigm-shifting ideas. They prefer revolutionary change, challenge established assumptions and conventional thinking, focus on possibilities rather than limitations, and excel at envisioning bold new directions.

How the assessment works

The Change Style Indicator provides a numerical score on a 132-point continuum that reveals not just your dominant style but the intensity of your preference, which allows deeper insight than simple categorization.

1. Complete the assessment: 22 statement pairs in a simple online format, about 15 to 20 minutes.
2. Receive your report: immediate insight into your change-style preferences.
3. Understand the results: how your preferences shape decision-making, problem-solving and the way you manage change.
4. Apply the insight: strategies to use your strengths and manage your blind spots.

What style awareness changes

For self-leadership: better decisions, because you can see how your style shapes your perception of the options; clearer communication with colleagues whose style differs; steadier footing under the stress of change; and a more authentic way of leading that keeps your natural style while adding versatility.

For teams: more innovative teams that deliberately use their mix of styles; less unproductive conflict, because differences read as complementary strengths; faster decisions, because style-based concerns are anticipated; and better implementation, because vision and practical execution both get a voice.

For culture: more change-capable organizations that value every style; less resistance, because each style’s legitimate concerns are addressed; higher engagement during a transformation, because communication resonates with all three; and better-designed initiatives with balanced perspectives built in.

How we work with it

• Expert interpretation: not just what your style is, but how it plays out in your specific context.
• Team applications: facilitated sessions that turn style differences from friction points into an advantage.
• Strategic integration: applying the insight to the transformation you are actually running, in its design and its rollout.
• Measurable outcomes: tracking how style awareness shows up in faster decisions and more successful implementation.

Assessment and debrief packages are tailored to the need: individual leadership assessment and coaching, team dynamics and effectiveness sessions, or organization-wide transformation initiatives.