The Lifestyle Inventory has definitely given me a different perspective on various areas about myself. In addition to providing me with additional tools for personal development, it also added some confirmation regarding my behavior at home and at work. I definitely agree that this information can produce changes in my reactions, relationships and thoughts. Personal Thinking Styles The Lifestyle Inventory (LSI) indicated that my primary style that had the greatest influence on my behavior was the Humanistic-Encouraging style, and my backup was Conventional style. According to my circumplex, I scored highest in the constructive styles that follow my perception of “building healthy relationships and being highly competent in completing tasks” (“The 12 Lifestyles,” 2014, p 1). I find that the elements mentioned above are all inherent in my behavior at work and at home. At home, I am not only the one who encourages, but also the one who feeds my children. I work full time; however, I am often called upon to fulfill many different mothering tasks. However, I set standards for children; I have always set standards for myself, in the hope that they can exceed my limits. I completed my bachelor's degree as a full-time working mother and wife, and I hope they realized the struggles I endured so they can take a different path than I took. I am very supportive of my family, however, I always mention that "with every decision we make, a positive or negative consequence is the result, and we have to live with those consequences." I generally try to consider both sides, so that I can make any decision knowing all the facts of the case. At work, I see things a little differently. My staff are not children, however, sometimes I f...... middle of paper ......g and reviewing the results of my LSI inventory has been coaching. I'm really going to use this as a self-development process that will ultimately increase productivity within my department. I hope to increase my leadership abilities by continuing to develop healthy relationships and ensuring my staff works effectively with each other. I have discovered that my circumplex has similarities to a successful board chair or CIO. I hope to demonstrate efficiency within our department, as well as problem solving. I hope my MGMT591 course will address the appropriate impact I will have on organizational culture. This exercise is valued with real impact. I like the fact that I was able to measure my thought patterns. Sources: The 12 lifestyles. (2014). Retrieved May 17, 2014 from http://www.survey-server2.com/lsiuniversity-sso/pers_report.asp