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OPPinions

OPP's bi-monthly newsletter
Issue 40
January 2008


In this issue:

  • The British Library: turning a new page in business management
  • Who's fooling whom? UK leads Europe for workplace chameleons
  • Featured report: FIRO-B® Interpretive Report for Organisations (FIRO-B IRO)
  • OPPassessment alert: new language availability - Portuguese (European) and Greek
  • 2008 OPP catalogue now available!
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british library logoThe British Library: Turning a new page in business management

Facing a range of competing pressures influenced by government regulations, increased marketplace competition and the fast pace of change surrounding technology and customers' needs, the Library is currently undergoing significant restructuring aimed at reducing costs and increasing efficiency. This transformation will enable it to compete commercially whilst maintaining its historic position as one of the greatest research libraries in the world. Using a business simulation, the 16PF® personality questionnaire and a bespoke 360-degree appraisal instrument, the Library's senior managers have embarked on a fundamentally distinct path to grow the business.

Read more about the British Library...


Who's Fooling Whom report cover thumbnail imageWho's fooling whom?

UK leads Europe for workplace chameleons

According to OPP's latest research, the UK is top of the European charts for 'workplace chameleons'. We found that 64% of UK workers (18.6 million) change their natural behaviour and put on a false personality when they walk into work. This compares with a European average of just 50%, with countries such as the Netherlands coming in at only 36%.

Read more about who's likely to be fooling whom in your workplace...


firo b logoFeatured report: FIRO-B® Interpretive Report for Organisations (FIRO-B IRO)

We have now made it even easier to draw on the insights of FIRO-B®. This year, OPP is pleased to offer the FIRO-B IRO, the new Interpretive Report for Organisations. See how it can work for you!

Also, to become familiar with FIRO-B, have a look at the questionnaire, the first step to productive relationships. See how it can support your efforts in improving communication, management & leadership development and personal development.

Learn more about FIRO-B as a business tool...


mbti logoOPPassessment update: new language availability - Greek and Portuguese (European)

MBTI® Step I questionnaires are now available on OPPassessment in Greek and Portuguese (European), in both Web and MS Word formats. See our full list of OPPassessment languages.

Visit OPPassessment


2008 OPP catalogue hot off the press

This year's catalogue has a fresh new look. Check out our new training programmes as well as our established product offerings. If you haven't received your copy of the 2008 OPP catalogue let us know by calling 0845 603 9958, or mailing us at enquiry@opp.eu.com. Alternatively, download the catalogue in PDF format.

Last minute training programme offers

Level A Programme in Occupational Testing
06/02/2008 - 08/02/2008
London - 10% discount!

Level A Programme in Occupational Testing
03/03/2008 - 05/03/2008
Oxford - 10% discount!

MBTI Step I Conversion Programme
18/02/2008 - 20/02/2008
Oxford - 10% discount!

FIRO-B Qualifying Programme
03/03/2008 - 04/03/2008
London - 10% discount!

It's not too late to book Q1 courses!

FIRO-B Qualifying Programme
11/02/2008 - 12/02/2008
Oxford

Level B Programme in Occupational Testing Part One
11/02/2008 - 15/02/2008
Oxford

MBTI Step I Qualifying Programme Part One
11/02/2008 - 13/02/2008
Oxford

MBTI Step I Qualifying Programme Part One
03/03/2008 - 05/03/2008
Oxford

Type Dynamics in Action
10/03/2008 - 11/03/2008
Oxford

Level B Programme in Occupational Testing Part 1
10/03/2008 - 14/03/2008
Oxford


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