FIRO-B
Purpose
Understand interpersonal needs for inclusion, control and affection
How to Use
1. Administer the FIRO-B assessment. 2. Results reveal scores on three interpersonal needs -- Inclusion (want to belong and include others), Control (want to influence and be influenced), Affection (want closeness and warmth) -- across two dimensions: Expressed (what I initiate) and Wanted (what I want from others). 3. Debrief individual scores: where are the gaps between expressed and wanted? 4. Explore how the pattern shows up in team dynamics. 5. Use to design more effective working relationships.
Created by Will Schutz
When to Use
This tool is suited to the following coaching and facilitation contexts:
| Context | Relevant |
|---|---|
| Individual Coaching | |
| Team Coaching | |
| Leadership Development | |
| Facilitation / Workshop | |
| Online / Virtual |