Frequently Asked Questions about
the Grip-Birkman Blueprint
- Who is the Grip-Birkman Blueprint (GBB) for?
Christians who desire to know more about themselves and God’s purpose in their unique design and role in the Body of Christ.
- How could the GBB be used at my ministry?
Church
Lay Mobilization
Team Building
Church Staff
Small Group
College/ Young Adult Group
Missions Organization
Missionary Orientation
On Field Team Building
On-going Home Ministries Training
Business
Executive Coaching
Management Training
Staff Retreat
School
Staff Development
High School Guidance Counseling
Junior/Senior Retreat
Student Government
College Prep DayPersonally
Life Coaching
Spiritual Self-Development
Career Counseling
- What is the process?
People taking the assessment would complete it prior to any training. There is a “Your Leadership Grip” Workbook, which goes through the Spiritual Gifts, Team Style, and Primary Function of Stewardship. The Birkman portion of the assessment is an online, 300 question tool. Total time needed to complete this is approximately 3 hours. This combination would give us complete information then for the training time.
- What do the results cover?
The Basic Level provides you with insight into:
Spiritual Gifts
Areas of Interest
Usual Behavior
Needs from others
Stress Behavior
Preference of Where to Function
Problem Solving Styles
Gift Characteristics and Liabilities
Team Styles
Determining Personal Strengths & Weaknesses in Team Settings
Sample Results from Basic Level
The Component Level
In addition to all of the Basic Level components, you will also recieve ten additional components of usual behavior, needs and stress behavior. This is an in-dept look at your very core!
Sample Results from Component Level
The Career Guide/Job Listing Pages
This is an optional tool which can be added to the Basic Level Report. It evaluates your interests and usual styles providing you with possible job which would suit who you are naturally.
Sample Results from Career Guide
- How can I interpret the results?
For gaining the most possible insight from your report, it is strongly recommended that you process your information with a trained member of the Global Training Team, who has been properly trained as a Grip Birkman Trainer or Coach. For more information on finding the best person for your specific needs, please contact Dr. Hal Burke.
- Is there additional training available for churches, schools, or businesses?
Definitely! The Global Training Team provides training sessions which are custom formed to your specific needs. Through in-depth discussion, we will create a custom event specially taylored to your needs. Some potential ideas include: team building, staff development, career planning, and executive team coaching. The GTT Trainers are skilled professionals excited to meet your church, business, organizations, or schools specific needs!
- Who is the GBB Coaches Training for?
Leaders of teams, churches (including pastors) and other organizations who want to understand how this tool can build cohesiveness in their teams.
Mentors and life coaches who want to use the Grip/Birkman Blueprint in individual coaching and mentoring.
Church leaders who want to use the Grip/Birkman Blueprint to help church members grow in self-awareness for excellent fit for maximum kingdom impact.
Leaders of small groups who want to help their members grow through a deeper understanding of spiritual gifts and other facets of their uniqueness.
Leaders in churches who can provide individual coaching and counseling for people.
Regional denominational leaders who want to use the Grip/Birkman Blueprint to help grow people in their regions and help churches grow healthier.
Directors of non-profits who are looking for an effective tool to build staff cohesion
Church planter assessors
Teachers, administrators, or guidance counselors who desire to equip and assist students in furthering their life training.
Spiritual Formation for first year seminary students