Assessing people

Form an informed judgment about a person’s traits, abilities, needs, behavior, or fit for a certain context.

Why it matters

Your ability to assess people shapes who you trust, collaborate with, invest in, or support — and getting it wrong can have real consequences.

Without thoughtful assessment, you risk overcommitting, misjudging someone’s fit, or missing out on valuable connections.

Whether you’re hiring, partnering, mentoring, selling, or building community, understanding who someone is (beyond surface impressions) is essential. It helps you see potential, spot red flags, and choose interactions that align with your goals, values, and capacity.

Poor assessment leads to mismatches, unnecessary friction, and preventable disappointments — both for you and the other person.