Perfectly Obstinate People

Forty-years of hard work seems to be paying off for Kathy Kolbe today, as her efforts of bringing awareness to conation are paying off. On Thursday, October 4th, Word Genius recognized Conation as the word of the day! Listen in to this podcast to hear what this means to Kathy and the long road it took to get here.

There have been many lessons that contributed to Kathy Kolbe's understanding of human behavior. However, not all are so obvious. On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, she discusses the first and most unassuming lesson - poker with her parents friends.

On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe examines the role empathy plays in working and learning environments. Kolbe touches on how empathy is a learned skill, acquired through experience and how it might be the one thing that separates a good leader from a great one.

How do we find and keep the freedom to be ourself? It's an ongoing journey and varies for everyone. On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe discusses the importance of advocating for your needs - and gives a little insight into her journey of learning to self-advocate. 

Throughout life we are told there is a "right" and "wrong" way to do things. While contrarily being told that we are all individuals, making it hard to draw the line between the two. On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe discusses the importance of holding onto your true self and how to do so in a world full of outside influence.

Trust is a topic that takes more than one podcast to cover. On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe leans further into the relationship between trust and the conative domain of the mind. Listen in to gain insights into how and why people have the relationship with trust that they do - based on their M.O.

Trust is at the forefront of all things in life. Trust to dare, to move forward, to create and build, to develop relationships, to feel comfortable and reassured. Where does it come from and how do we do it? In this episode, Kathy Kolbe discusses the conative relationship with trust and how to better understand people by learning to trust what things they will or won't do. 

There are social, academic, and personal obstacles inherent to youth, and when you add other features like giftedness, things can get complicated. How can we help our youth understand social expectations, and learn to be themselves, often in spite of those expectations? On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe draws on her years of experience working in gifted education. Listen in to gain insight into how both parents and students can effectively advocate with schools for their needs. 

What makes someone exceptionally great at what they do? We all know people who go above and beyond the standard to become the best in their field. Is it natural-born ability or a strong desire to achieve? On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe discusses this topic from a conative perspective and sheds some light onto what she believes is the source of this "greatness."

At one point our another, each of us reaches a point of burning out. The solution is often simpler than we think. On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe discusses the role conation plays in burn out - and how a few easy tips can be the solution. 

With the Phoenix Suns contending for a National Championship, Kathy Kolbe reflects on her time working with the team. Listen in to hear about her experience and what it proved about innate abilities.   For more information on the Kolbe A:   https://secure.kolbe.com/k2/show_takeIndex/indexType_A    

Be it in school, work, or your personal life we all must make the hard decision of choosing who to partner with. There is much more to this decision than what meets the eye. Each of us brings something different to the table. Listen in to this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People to gain insight into how to expedite this process and be sure you are making the best decision. 

A Conasium is to the mind what a gymnasium is to the body. On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe covers everything you need to know for creating this space in your home for the kids in your life.

On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe examines the role empathy plays in working and learning environments. Kolbe touches on how empathy is a learned skill, acquired through experience and how it might be the one thing that separates a good leader from a great one.

Has your creative energy been depleted, now more than ever? You are not alone. On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People Kathy shares why those mental ergs feel out of reach and how to reclaim them.

On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe explores the Kolbe Hierarchy ™ of Human Effort. Why do some highly capable people not perform? It could be a level on the Hierarchy issue!

On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe weighs in on the widely discussed topic of ADHD. Backed by her years of research, she discusses the strong biases against certain natural strengths that are often misidentified and misunderstood. Listen in to gain insight into where to draw the line between a diagnosis and an individuals’ natural way of taking action. For more information visit: https://dynamynd.com/news-articles/impulsive-distracted-quick-start-experts-say-you-suffer-from-adhd/  

Have you ever been in a situation with high performing people who could not unify and work well together? On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe speaks to the source of these issues and the one common characteristic of all highly productive teams.

On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe explores the overlooked and underutilized facets of the Kolbe Theory - explaining the history and value behind the Kolbe B(™) Index and Kolbe C(™) Index. Tune in for insight into how you can maximize the value you bring to others in your consulting work. For more information on the products mentioned in this episode, visit:  https://www.kolbe.com      

On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe revisits the concept of self-efficacy and discusses what it means to employ it. Listen in to gain insight on how to improve the self-efficacy of yourself and the people around you.  For more information on the products mentioned in this episode, visit www.dynamynd.com   

On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe begins to shift the direction of conversation towards the intricacies of the Kolbe Theory and how an advanced understanding of such can help you utilize the full potential of what you have learned. This episode provides insight into what you have already learned and what is yet to come. Tune in weekly as Kathy takes on the challenge of teaching her theory through the means of her podcast.

On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe shares with listeners her thoughts on the idyllic work-life balance and visits the idea that it may not be the simple solution to well-being as portrayed in the workplace

What is creativity and how do we tap into it? In this episode, Kathy discusses the Kolbe Creative Process and why art requires all 3 parts of the mind.

What is self-efficacy and how does it impact our lives? Kathy Kolbe discusses how important having belief in your own abilities is and how knowing your MO can guide you there. Find out more information on Self-Efficacy at: https://dynamynd.com/  

When people are upset, the words they use rarely identify the issues and needs at the heart of the problem. Listen in to this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People to learn how Kathy Kolbe is able to get past the initial emotions of conflict with just one question.  For feedback and questions, Kathy can be found at: https://twitter.com/KathyKolbe https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathy-kolbe-0b397b11/ https://www.facebook.com/kathykolbe2684/

Implementing management theories is much more complex than what meets the eye. Many of the theories popularized in the early to mid 1900s were far from perfect. Crucial factors that explain faults in these theories can be put to rest by simply understanding the conative part of the mind. In this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People Kathy Kolbe shares her management expertise.

On this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe gives insight into how she never wanted to be a business woman but could not stop herself from pursuing her passion - proving creative equality among all human beings. Which, led to her building a company around that idea. Gain insight into how a passion could take you to places you would have never imagined.  Learn more about the products mentioned in this episode at: https://www.opgig.com/ and https://dynamynd.com/

In this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe shares her perspective of what it was like helping her father, E.F. Wonderlic, develop The Wonderlic Test - and how that led to Kathy developing a theory of her own. 

Every high-level professional comes face to face with adversity - and they don't always walk away feeling like they won. In this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe shares her three biggest mistakes and how they have propelled her into the position she is in today.

In this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe details the process of convincing people to believe her work was real before she ever sold an index. Listen in to gain insight into the trials and tribulations of being a theorist and the obstacles that must be overcome to turn an idea into a business.

In this episode of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe shares a conversation with Dynamynd team member Justice Keane about overcoming fear and how it relates to the conative domain of the mind. Listen in for helpful tips on how to coach yourself and others through instances that provoke fear. 

In this Episode Of Perfectly Obstinate People, Kathy Kolbe shares a conversation with team member Justice Keane about the proper ways to treat people who initiate in one of the four different conative zones. Listen in to gather a new perspective on how to work, interact, and connect with people who all have different ways of accomplishing things. 

So, you want to get started using Kolbe Theory with youth? Kathy Kolbe and Nicole Loucks, VP of Dynamynd, Inc. discuss their experiences of working with kids, the Kolbe Youth Specialist Program, and the upcoming Parent Empowerment Retreat. You can get everything you need to know about utilizing Kolbe with kids right here!

Kathy Kolbe and Dynamynd team member Justice Keane share a conversation on the topic of gratitude. Gratitude is tied with empowerment and success. To many of us, 2020 has been a year of crisis. But, we can change that. Listen in to learn how we can all be better by practicing the simple and powerful action of gratitude.

In this episode, Kathy Kolbe talks to Justice Keane. A 22-year-old Dynamynd Employee with a uniquely hard upbringing. Listen to the inspiring story of how Justice was able to be successful by finding harmony in the mess we call life. 

Bret Loucks and Kathy Kolbe discuss different types of downtime. Whether it's watching stupid TV, reading a book, or even sleeping everyone can benefit from rest. When is doing nothing effective and when is it harmful? Most importantly, how does it relate to conation? Find out here!

Michelle Peacock is an art teacher at Saguaro Highschool. She is extremely unique because she has implemented Kolbe Theory in her classroom. This means that every student learns about their natural strength and amazing contributions that they can make in the world. In this episode, Michelle and Kathy Kolbe discuss the conation behind Art and how it's impacted Michelle's students. 

Walter Buga shares many of the same experiences of those who are forced to work against their grain in today's school system. Kathy Kolbe and Walter discuss the sudden shift of going from school to Dynamynd, Inc. Now as a Kolbe Certified Consultant, he aims to help everyone he can.

Shawn Gulyas is the creator of https://humanworks8.com/. He and Kathy Kolbe discuss how applying the 5 Rules of Problem Solving changed his life for the better. Listen to how Shawn used the 5 Rules to start over and create his best life scratch. Shawn empowers everyone with the simple message that "People matter".

Kathy Kolbe and Bret Loucks discuss the Kolbe Creativity Cubes™ Non-Verbal Assessment. It is one of the most unique and versatile assessments, with the ability to reveal non-verbal taker's natural strengths through observation and analysis.  

Reese Jones, a 19-year old Kolbe Certified™ Consultant, shares his journey with Kathy Kolbe. He left high school at 17 to get his GED and transitioned to work at Intermountain Audiology as a Treatment Coordinator. Now he's on a mission to understand what drives human behavior and to help others find out who they are!

Whether you're painting a picture, sketching, or composing your next masterpiece, your MO will manifest itself. In this episode Bret Loucks and Kathy Kolbe discuss how conation plays into art and music. How can you benefit from creating your own art?  Visit www.dynamynd.com/art to learn more!  

Kathy Kolbe shares her thoughts on twins and conation. She answers a huge question "Does your MO have anything to do with you genes?". After interaction with many identical twins, to her the answer is obvious. Listen to find out!

Bob Keim carries a hefty Ph.D. in Technology Information Systems. He is a key player of many major developments in technology and conation. In this episode Kathy and Bob discuss their history and the incredible feats that they have accomplished.  

In this episode Kathy Kolbe and Bret Loucks discuss clutter. If you are a clutterer, you've surely been discouraged in educational environments, at work and maybe even at home. However, for some of us, clutter is a natural part of our creative problem solving process. Without it our lives would simply be boring. 

On August 27th, the task force assigned to desegregate the New York City school system recommended the elimination of gifted and talented programs. Kim Lansdowne, the director of the Herberger Young Scholars Academy, Bret Loucks and Kathy Kolbe discuss what's right and wrong about "gifted education".

Kathy Kolbe and Nicole Loucks discuss the 5 Rules for Trusting Your Guts and how you can apply them to your life. These 5 rules are the secrets to using your natural abilities to their fullest potentials. Learn how to self-provoke, be obstinate, act before you think and more!

How important is conative synergy? In this episode, Kathy covers what went wrong or right in some of the largest companies in the world. She highlights the conative aspects of well-known organizations that can lead to failure and success. 

Claire and Charles Tietgen share the life saving impact that came from learning Claire's M.O. In school, Claire battled against a learning disability and being bullied which lead to her attempting suicide. Through being obstinate, Claire took control of her natural abilities and turned her life around. Now she shares with other students and schools how important it is to have the freedom to be yourself. 

Shannon Waller is a Director at Strategic Coach who develops innovative strategies for successful entrepreneurial teamwork. Listen to how learning her M.O. for the first time changed the path of her life. She shows that obstinance and the freedom to be yourself is a combination that leads to success.

When do you trust your doctor over your instincts? Michele was diagnosed with cancer at 25 years old. Through being obstinate and trusting her guts, she defeated cancer. This inspirational journey is fully loaded with lessons that we can all learn from.