The 8 Profiles

The Eight Contribution Compass Profiles

Each profile represents a unique blend of the four natural energies. Discover where you and your team members fit on the Contribution Compass.

The Catalyst

Activating Energy

Ignites change and drives breakthrough innovation

Catalysts are the spark plugs of any organization. They see possibilities where others see obstacles and have an uncanny ability to initiate transformative change. Their visionary thinking and bold action inspire others to dream bigger.

Key Strengths

Visionary thinkingBold decision-makingProblem-solvingInitiating changeSeeing opportunities

Ideal Roles

EntrepreneurInnovation LeadChange AgentStartup FounderStrategic Visionary

The Champion

Activating/Inspiring Energy

Advocates passionately and rallies others to action

Champions combine the drive of Activating energy with the people-focus of Inspiring energy. They're natural advocates who can sell a vision and get people excited about making it happen. Their enthusiasm is contagious.

Key Strengths

Persuasive communicationBuilding momentumAdvocating for ideasEnergizing teamsDriving adoption

Ideal Roles

Sales LeaderBrand AmbassadorProduct EvangelistMarketing DirectorBusiness Development

The Coach

Inspiring Energy

Develops people and brings out their best

Coaches have a gift for seeing potential in others and helping them realize it. They create environments where people feel safe to grow, take risks, and become their best selves. Their empathy and encouragement transform teams.

Key Strengths

Developing talentActive listeningBuilding confidenceCreating safe spacesMentoring

Ideal Roles

Team LeadHR DirectorTraining ManagerExecutive CoachPeople Development

The Connector

Inspiring/Sustaining Energy

Builds relationships and creates lasting networks

Connectors are the social glue of organizations. They build bridges between people, departments, and ideas. Their ability to maintain relationships over time creates the trust networks that make organizations resilient.

Key Strengths

Relationship buildingNetworkingCollaborationCreating harmonyBuilding trust

Ideal Roles

Community ManagerPartnership LeadCustomer SuccessAccount ManagerTeam Coordinator

The Custodian

Sustaining Energy

Protects value and ensures sustainable growth

Custodians are the guardians of organizational health. They ensure that growth is sustainable, that resources are protected, and that the foundations remain strong. Their steady presence provides stability in times of change.

Key Strengths

Risk managementResource stewardshipProcess maintenanceQuality assuranceStability

Ideal Roles

Operations ManagerCompliance OfficerQuality ManagerProject ManagerRisk Analyst

The Cultivator

Sustaining/Refining Energy

Nurtures growth through systematic improvement

Cultivators combine patience with precision. They understand that lasting success comes from consistent, incremental improvement. Their methodical approach to nurturing projects and people creates sustainable excellence.

Key Strengths

Systematic improvementPatient developmentProcess optimizationLong-term thinkingNurturing growth

Ideal Roles

Process Improvement LeadQuality AssuranceProgram ManagerLearning & DevelopmentContinuous Improvement

The Conductor

Refining Energy

Orchestrates complexity with precision and clarity

Conductors bring order to chaos. They have the analytical ability to see how all the pieces fit together and the precision to ensure everything runs like clockwork. Their attention to detail prevents costly mistakes.

Key Strengths

Analytical thinkingAttention to detailData-driven decisionsProcess designEfficiency optimization

Ideal Roles

Data AnalystFinancial ControllerSystems ArchitectResearch LeadTechnical Director

The Calibrator

Refining/Activating Energy

Balances innovation with precision for optimal results

Calibrators are the bridge between vision and execution. They combine analytical rigor with innovative thinking to find the optimal path forward. Their ability to balance risk and reward makes them invaluable strategists.

Key Strengths

Strategic analysisRisk assessmentInnovation optimizationBalancing prioritiesFinding optimal solutions

Ideal Roles

Strategy ConsultantProduct ManagerBusiness AnalystInvestment AnalystTechnical Strategist

Discover Your Profile

Take the Contribution Compass assessment to discover your unique profile and how you can contribute most effectively to your team.