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Flc: /* Notes taking in the Three Phases */

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Notes taking in the Three Phases

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	'''Contrasting cases''': Direct observational data, systematic interviews, and public and private records were included in the exploration. All facts about the flow of events of the observed phenomenon of the “Use of assessment techniques” were potential data. A field exploration with many varied and contrasting cases is useful to allow concepts and connections to emerge naturally, which can be generalizable, reproducible, and cumulative. From there, a theoretical model connecting concepts and variables was built to explain the phenomenon studied as broadly as possible.		'''Contrasting cases''': Direct observational data, systematic interviews, and public and private records were included in the exploration. All facts about the flow of events of the observed phenomenon of the “Use of assessment techniques” were potential data. A field exploration with many varied and contrasting cases is useful to allow concepts and connections to emerge naturally, which can be generalizable, reproducible, and cumulative. From there, a theoretical model connecting concepts and variables was built to explain the phenomenon studied as broadly as possible.

	=Notes ~~taking~~ in the Three Phases=		=Notes Taking in the Three Phases=
	* '''Phase 1'''. During the first phase of the study, from January 1, 1997, to December 31, 2006, the large observation field included people and companies with whom I was in contact. Each contact recorded had either a partial or full transcription, referred to below as a "transcription unit." In a partial transcription, only the following details were noted: the person's name, their title, organization, date, time, and meeting location. In a full transcription, descriptive and explanatory notes were also added. That’s during this first phase that the original framework was developed.		* '''Phase 1'''. During the first phase of the study, from January 1, 1997, to December 31, 2006, the large observation field included people and companies with whom I was in contact. Each contact recorded had either a partial or full transcription, referred to below as a "transcription unit." In a partial transcription, only the following details were noted: the person's name, their title, organization, date, time, and meeting location. In a full transcription, descriptive and explanatory notes were also added. That’s during this first phase that the original framework was developed.

Flc: /* The Three Phases */

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The Three Phases

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	'''Contrasting cases''': Direct observational data, systematic interviews, and public and private records were included in the exploration. All facts about the flow of events of the observed phenomenon of the “Use of assessment techniques” were potential data. A field exploration with many varied and contrasting cases is useful to allow concepts and connections to emerge naturally, which can be generalizable, reproducible, and cumulative. From there, a theoretical model connecting concepts and variables was built to explain the phenomenon studied as broadly as possible.		'''Contrasting cases''': Direct observational data, systematic interviews, and public and private records were included in the exploration. All facts about the flow of events of the observed phenomenon of the “Use of assessment techniques” were potential data. A field exploration with many varied and contrasting cases is useful to allow concepts and connections to emerge naturally, which can be generalizable, reproducible, and cumulative. From there, a theoretical model connecting concepts and variables was built to explain the phenomenon studied as broadly as possible.

	=~~The~~ Three Phases=		=Notes taking in the Three Phases=
	* '''Phase 1'''. During the first phase of the study, from January 1, 1997, to December 31, 2006, the large observation field included people and companies with whom I was in contact. Each contact recorded had either a partial or full transcription, referred to below as a "transcription unit." In a partial transcription, only the following details were noted: the person's name, their title, organization, date, time, and meeting location. In a full transcription, descriptive and explanatory notes were also added. That’s during this first phase that the original framework was developed.		* '''Phase 1'''. During the first phase of the study, from January 1, 1997, to December 31, 2006, the large observation field included people and companies with whom I was in contact. Each contact recorded had either a partial or full transcription, referred to below as a "transcription unit." In a partial transcription, only the following details were noted: the person's name, their title, organization, date, time, and meeting location. In a full transcription, descriptive and explanatory notes were also added. That’s during this first phase that the original framework was developed.

	* '''Phase 2'''. From January 1, 2007, to December 31, 2011, I continued taking notes on a large field that had shifted to the San Francisco Bay Area and other countries than predominantly France and the USA. Although the new field began to yield fresh insights, the observations that led to the original framework were saturated. It was during this second phase that the specific question was enlarged to include other assessment techniques, rather than only personality assessments. It's also at that time that the GRI survey and the adaptive profiles emerged, in large part as a result of phase 1 and the new observations from the larger field.		* '''Phase 2'''. From January 1, 2007, to December 31, 2011, I continued taking notes on a large field that had shifted to the San Francisco Bay Area and other countries than predominantly France and the USA. Although the new field began to yield fresh insights, the observations that led to the original framework were saturated. It was during this second phase that the specific question was enlarged to include other assessment techniques, rather than only personality assessments. It's also at that time that the GRI survey and the adaptive profiles emerged, in large part as a result of phase 1 and the new observations from the larger field.

	* '''Phase 3'''. From January 1, 2012, through 2025, note-taking persisted, supported by new data from GRI, discussions with new prospects, clients, and consultants worldwide, and gatherings at Stanford University<ref>It's worth mentioning that the participation in those gatherings at Stanford University happened thanks to ~~professor~~ James March's interest in the project.</ref>, meetings, and other events predominantly in Silicon Valley. The current general framework was devised during this third phase.		* '''Phase 3'''. From January 1, 2012, through 2025, note-taking persisted, supported by new data from GRI, discussions with new prospects, clients, and consultants worldwide, and gatherings at Stanford University<ref>It's worth mentioning that the participation in those gatherings at Stanford University happened thanks to Professor James March's who showed an early interest in the project.</ref>, meetings, and other events predominantly in Silicon Valley. The current general framework was devised during this third phase.

	=The Large Exploration Field=		=The Large Exploration Field=

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Primary Sources–Taking Notes Phase 3

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	During the second phase from 2006 to 2011, the notes were less systematic, though they focused on new uses and contexts that I hadn’t yet experienced in the medical field, working with pharmaceutical companies, startups, large Silicon Valley technology firms, PE and VC investment firms, banks, law firms, assessment techniques publishers, and non-profits. Most observations were made in the USA, with fewer in Europe, Asia, and Africa. These notes also included new assessment techniques, concepts, and methods. During this period, the Internet revolutionized access to data and its use. Fewer notes were recorded in the composition notebook.		During the second phase from 2006 to 2011, the notes were less systematic, though they focused on new uses and contexts that I hadn’t yet experienced in the medical field, working with pharmaceutical companies, startups, large Silicon Valley technology firms, PE and VC investment firms, banks, law firms, assessment techniques publishers, and non-profits. Most observations were made in the USA, with fewer in Europe, Asia, and Africa. These notes also included new assessment techniques, concepts, and methods. During this period, the Internet revolutionized access to data and its use. Fewer notes were recorded in the composition notebook.

	=Primary ~~Sources–Taking Notes Phase~~ 3=		=Primary Sources–Phase 3=
	Since 2012, during the third phase, observations increased significantly thanks to GRI’s platform and training availability. Consultants, prospects, and clients broadened the exploration field and created new opportunities for observations and testing new ideas. New regions included South America, Spanish-speaking countries (Mexico, Chile, Spain), Brazil, and Australia. The GRI enabled comparisons of assessments on real cases involving people and companies from all these regions. During this time, the list of assessments more than doubled. It became increasingly easier to collect information, analyze statistics, and publish results.		Since 2012, during the third phase, observations increased significantly thanks to GRI’s platform and training availability. Consultants, prospects, and clients broadened the exploration field and created new opportunities for observations and testing new ideas. New regions included South America, Spanish-speaking countries (Mexico, Chile, Spain), Brazil, and Australia. The GRI enabled comparisons of assessments on real cases involving people and companies from all these regions. During this time, the list of assessments more than doubled. It became increasingly easier to collect information, analyze statistics, and publish results.

Flc: /* Primary Sources–Taking Notes Phase 2 */

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Primary Sources–Taking Notes Phase 2

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	Notes on group trainings I led were mostly taken during breaks. Participants’ reactions to their learning and use — including questions, doubts, convictions, emotions, and more — were documented in context. The most interesting ideas usually emerged at the end of group training, when participants felt more confident and relaxed with the discussions. Lunch breaks allowed interaction with participants, helping me better understand each person’s motivation, expectations, and needs. Over seven and a half years, I conducted seventy-seven group training sessions for 500 people, with an average of six to seven participants per session, roughly half managers and half human resources professionals.		Notes on group trainings I led were mostly taken during breaks. Participants’ reactions to their learning and use — including questions, doubts, convictions, emotions, and more — were documented in context. The most interesting ideas usually emerged at the end of group training, when participants felt more confident and relaxed with the discussions. Lunch breaks allowed interaction with participants, helping me better understand each person’s motivation, expectations, and needs. Over seven and a half years, I conducted seventy-seven group training sessions for 500 people, with an average of six to seven participants per session, roughly half managers and half human resources professionals.

	=Primary ~~Sources–Taking Notes Phase~~ 2=		=Primary Sources–Phase 2=
	During the second phase from 2006 to 2011, the notes were less systematic, though they focused on new uses and contexts that I hadn’t yet experienced in the medical field, working with pharmaceutical companies, startups, large Silicon Valley technology firms, PE and VC investment firms, banks, law firms, assessment techniques publishers, and non-profits. Most observations were made in the USA, with fewer in Europe, Asia, and Africa. These notes also included new assessment techniques, concepts, and methods. During this period, the Internet revolutionized access to data and its use. Fewer notes were recorded in the composition notebook.		During the second phase from 2006 to 2011, the notes were less systematic, though they focused on new uses and contexts that I hadn’t yet experienced in the medical field, working with pharmaceutical companies, startups, large Silicon Valley technology firms, PE and VC investment firms, banks, law firms, assessment techniques publishers, and non-profits. Most observations were made in the USA, with fewer in Europe, Asia, and Africa. These notes also included new assessment techniques, concepts, and methods. During this period, the Internet revolutionized access to data and its use. Fewer notes were recorded in the composition notebook.

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	=Notes=		=Notes=

	[[Category:~~GRI~~ Framework]]		[[Category:General Framework]]

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Individuals’ Characteristics

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	\| HR \|\| 210 – 19% \|\| Human resources advisers, recruitment managers, site HR managers, project managers, mobility managers, training managers, and executive development managers all included.		\| HR \|\| 210 – 19% \|\| Human resources advisers, recruitment managers, site HR managers, project managers, mobility managers, training managers, and executive development managers all included.
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	\| Consultant \|\| 167 – 15% \|\| 74 consultants, coaches, advisers ~~of all kinds~~, 16 journalists, 4 magazine editors, 22 university or business school professors, 4 social science researchers, 5 lawyers, 4 business angels, 2 doctors, 2 priests , 1 photographer, 1 physiotherapist, 1 morphopsychologist.		\| Consultant \|\| 167 – 15% \|\| 74 consultants, coaches, advisers and mentors, 16 journalists, 4 magazine editors, 22 university or business school professors, 4 social science researchers, 5 lawyers, 4 business angels, 2 doctors, 2 priests, 1 photographer, 1 physiotherapist, 1 morphopsychologist.
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	\| Employee \|\| 71 – 6% \|\| Administrative employees, assistants, and secretaries.		\| Employee \|\| 71 – 6% \|\| Administrative employees, assistants, and secretaries.

Flc: /* Individuals’ Characteristics */

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Individuals’ Characteristics

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	\| CEO \|\| 214 – 20% \|\| 80 General Managers, 100 Chief Executive Officers. The other persons are the Chairman (without General Management), retired Founders, Partners of consulting companies, and other persons in General Management positions of international groups.		\| CEO \|\| 214 – 20% \|\| 80 General Managers, 100 Chief Executive Officers. The other persons are the Chairman (without General Management), retired Founders, Partners of consulting companies, and other persons in General Management positions of international groups.
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	\| ~~Directors~~ \|\| 317 – 29% \|\| 19 Sales Managers, 28 Store Managers, 9 Marketing Managers, 26 Regional Sales Managers, 9 Hotel Managers, 8 Operational Managers. The other people are procurement managers, division managers, plant managers, client service managers, sorting center managers, logistics managers, IT managers, financial managers, administrative managers, creative managers, etc.		\| Director \|\| 317 – 29% \|\| 19 Sales Managers, 28 Store Managers, 9 Marketing Managers, 26 Regional Sales Managers, 9 Hotel Managers, 8 Operational Managers. The other people are procurement managers, division managers, plant managers, client service managers, sorting center managers, logistics managers, IT managers, financial managers, administrative managers, creative managers, etc.
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	\| HRD \|\| 123 – 11% \|\| 95 HRDs, 28 HRDs from divisions or senior HR managers close to the Group HRD.		\| HRD \|\| 123 – 11% \|\| 95 HRDs, 28 HRDs from divisions or senior HR managers close to the Group HRD.
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	\| HR \|\| 210 – 19% \|\| Human resources advisers, recruitment managers, site HR managers, project managers, mobility managers, training managers, and executive development managers all included.		\| HR \|\| 210 – 19% \|\| Human resources advisers, recruitment managers, site HR managers, project managers, mobility managers, training managers, and executive development managers all included.
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	\| ~~Consultants~~ \|\| 167 – 15% \|\| 74 consultants, coaches, advisers of all kinds, 16 journalists, 4 magazine editors, 22 university or business school professors, 4 social science researchers, 5 lawyers, 4 business angels, 2 doctors, 2 priests , 1 photographer, 1 physiotherapist, 1 morphopsychologist.		\| Consultant \|\| 167 – 15% \|\| 74 consultants, coaches, advisers of all kinds, 16 journalists, 4 magazine editors, 22 university or business school professors, 4 social science researchers, 5 lawyers, 4 business angels, 2 doctors, 2 priests , 1 photographer, 1 physiotherapist, 1 morphopsychologist.
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	\| ~~Employees~~ \|\| 71 – 6% \|\| Administrative employees, assistants, and secretaries.		\| Employee \|\| 71 – 6% \|\| Administrative employees, assistants, and secretaries.
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Flc: /* Primary Sources–Feedback Sessions */

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Primary Sources–Feedback Sessions

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	The feedback sessions were meaningful times spent connecting with individuals and gathering new information. These sessions, which lasted an average of thirty minutes to an hour—though I sometimes conducted sessions that lasted three hours—enabled the development of productive discussions. I conducted around 650 feedback sessions and analyzed about 2,000 profiles during the first phase. In the second and third phases, I estimate approximately 1,200 feedback sessions and over 7,000 profile analyses. To this last figure, more than 10,000 profiles need to be added, for assisting clients in recruitment, team building, company reviews, and reorganizations, without conducting the feedback sessions myself. These estimates are based on the profiles and other data from the platform.		The feedback sessions were meaningful times spent connecting with individuals and gathering new information. These sessions, which lasted an average of thirty minutes to an hour—though I sometimes conducted sessions that lasted three hours—enabled the development of productive discussions. I conducted around 650 feedback sessions and analyzed about 2,000 profiles during the first phase. In the second and third phases, I estimate approximately 1,200 feedback sessions and over 7,000 profile analyses. To this last figure, more than 10,000 profiles need to be added, for assisting clients in recruitment, team building, company reviews, and reorganizations, without conducting the feedback sessions myself. These estimates are based on the profiles and other data from the platform.

			=Primary Sources Over Time=
	Observing companies, sometimes over periods of up to fourteen years, allowed me to analyze how assessment techniques are used over time. In some companies, I have seen several Managing Directors or Human Resources Directors succeed one another. During this period, some companies were absorbed, merged, sold, or ceased operations. Those with minimal activity are exceptions; most experience significant change. This has helped me appreciate how shifts in people and organizations influence the use of assessment techniques. By tracking individuals through organizational transitions, I could observe how their use of assessment techniques evolved in different contexts.		Observing companies, sometimes over periods of up to fourteen years, allowed me to analyze how assessment techniques are used over time. In some companies, I have seen several Managing Directors or Human Resources Directors succeed one another. During this period, some companies were absorbed, merged, sold, or ceased operations. Those with minimal activity are exceptions; most experience significant change. This has helped me appreciate how shifts in people and organizations influence the use of assessment techniques. By tracking individuals through organizational transitions, I could observe how their use of assessment techniques evolved in different contexts.

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Introduction

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	=Introduction=		=Introduction=
	A fundamental aspect of developing the GRI’s framework is identifying the “Uses of assessment techniques." The object of the investigation, which is the "use process", determines how it is examined. This article outlines the large exploration field and how the observations were conducted by taking notes on people, including during feedback and learning sessions, the organizations where they work, the assessment techniques being used, and the concepts being measured.		A fundamental aspect of developing the GRI’s framework is identifying the “Uses of assessment techniques." The object of the investigation, which is the "use" process, determines how it is examined. This article outlines the large exploration field and how the observations were conducted by taking notes on people, including during feedback and learning sessions, the organizations where they work, the assessment techniques being used, and the concepts being measured.

	=Generalities=		=Generalities=

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Secondary Sources

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	* Cases, uses, and observations reported by users and consultants of assessment techniques were recorded in my field notes.		* Cases, uses, and observations reported by users and consultants of assessment techniques were recorded in my field notes.

	Whenever I researched on the Internet or read articles, books, and papers in areas relevant to the study, I took notes and kept track of the sources, such as websites. I also took notes to comment on the works, theories, or authors I was studying. AI, having recently ~~brought~~ new ~~capabilities~~ to reach out, analyze, and synthesize information, ~~has~~ made it urgent to use a wiki to ~~collect~~ and publish information on our own.		Whenever I researched on the Internet or read articles, books, and papers in areas relevant to the study, I took notes and kept track of the sources, such as websites. I also took notes to comment on the works, theories, or authors I was studying. AI, having recently gained new abilities to reach out, analyze, and synthesize information, made it urgent for us to use a wiki to gather and publish information on our own.

	=Individuals’ Characteristics=		=Individuals’ Characteristics=