What is the difference between this 4-Color Personality Test and Insights Discovery?

The Bridge Personality 4-color personality test is significantly more comprehensive than Insights Discovery. Since the test is scientifically developed, the candidate's color preference will also be more reliable and valid.

How do I use this 4-color test for my team?

It’s straightforward. Each team member takes the test, and then the system generates a team report.

Does every personality have a color?

Yes, every person has a dominant color. Similar to the DISC model, The Bridge Personality identifies four colors: red, green, blue, and yellow.

What is the theory behind the 4-color model?

Similar to assessments like the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and Insights Discovery, the theory underlying the 4-color model is rooted in the concepts of Carl Jung.

What does this 4-color test cost per participant?

If you subscribe to The Bridge Assessment Platform (either through credits or unlimited use), this test is available for as low as 15 euros per candidate. Alternatively, you can order the test separately for 175 euros per candidate. All pricing information can be found on our pricing page.

What kind of supporting materials are available for the 4-color personality questionnaire?

TestGroup the Bridge Personality 4-color test offers a variety of materials for use. These materials can be ordered separately, but if you choose an introductory package, you will receive them individually. For example, there is a convenient explanation booklet (The Bridge Personality: The Booklet for Candidates), a set of cards representing each color, and, of course, the 4-color presentation sheets for use during your own training or workshop.

What is the 4-color test team workshop DIY package?

In the team workshop do-it-yourself package, you will receive the tools to organize a team workshop independently. This package includes the workshop sheets, a 4-color personality test for each participant, a team report, and a handy booklet for each participant that explains the 4-color test and the team report.

What do the colors red, blue, green, and yellow mean?

Each color signifies a preference for certain behaviors. Interested in discovering your color? Then take The Bridge Personality 4-color personality test.Individuals with a red preference respond quickly and tend to be quite direct in their communication. The color blue represents a preference for organization, with a tendency to react more slowly and cautiously, emphasizing analysis and details. Those with a green preference often respond calmly, seek connection, and generally avoid conflict. The color yellow symbolizes creativity, a disregard for routine, and a focus on the future.

Why does the 4-color model work so well in teams?

If you grasp your colleagues' preferences and communication styles, you can more accurately predict how team members will respond in specific situations. This understanding enhances communication within the team. Achieving a deeper level of comprehension among team members fosters better collaboration. By determining the color preferences of the team members, you also identify which color is absent from the team. For instance, you could complement a team of individuals who prefer red with someone who prefers green. In this way, you can assemble the optimal team.

What is the language of color?

The 4-color model provides a fun and simple way to gain insight into your own reactions and better understand the behavior of others, like colleagues or team members. The four colors are easy to remember and do not suggest that any particular behavior is right or wrong; instead, they represent preferences for certain behaviors and are value-neutral. Everyone has their own preferences, and the 4-color model clarifies these preferences without making any judgments. For example, saying, "This marketing meeting full of blue personalities could benefit from some yellow" sounds much friendlier than saying, "This team lacks creativity."

How does the 4-color wheel work?

There are three rings in the four-color wheel of The Bridge Personality. The four colors, eight major types, and twenty-four subtypes yield seventy-two positions in the color wheel. Each position in the wheel features a unique arrangement of colors that serves as the basis for the preferred behavior of that type. The distribution in each ring relates to the relative focus or spread of the first three preferred colors. Inner ring: three colors above the centerline. Middle ring: two colors above the centerline. Outer ring: one color above the centerline. It is also possible to occupy more than one position in the wheel; your conscious (normative) and less conscious (ipsative) preferences are then distinct. It is not possible to prefer all four colors. At least one color is always relatively more challenging for you. However, it remains accessible, although its use may depend on the circumstances and might require a bit more effort.

4 Color Personality Test

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4-color personality test for organizations

The 4-color personality test sorts people into four types: Red, Blue, Green, or Yellow, based on how they act and communicate. Many organizations use the Bridge Personality 4-color test to help employees and teams grow. It is easy to use, doesn’t need special training, and comes with a detailed report to encourage teamwork. This test is perfect for HR professionals, consultants, and coaches. You can buy it for personal use or use it through TestGroup’s assessment platform.

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What is a 4-color personality test?

The 4-color personality test classifies individuals into four categories—Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow—based on their distinct behavior and communication styles. This model simplifies understanding of oneself and others, thereby enhancing relationships and teamwork. The 4-color test provides valuable tools for personal growth, team development, improving sales effectiveness, and leadership development.

Benefits of this 4-color test:

For individuals & teams: Ideal for hiring, coaching, and team development.
Flexible ordering: Order a single test for one-time use or choose an unlimited subscription for ongoing assessments.
Instant results: Receive detailed reports immediately after completion
User-friendly: Easy to use with clear, practical outcomes.

Proven and applied by professionals worldwide

The Bridge Personality is a well-known test that uses a simple color system to help people understand their personality traits. It aims to improve communication and teamwork. This test is recognized around the world for providing reliable results that encourage personal growth, enhance team dynamics, and support hiring processes.

How to order the 4-color test

The Bridge Personality 4-color test is quick and easy to use. No training or license is needed. Order the 4-color personality test from our order page and get instant access. The test is user-friendly, and you'll receive clear results right away.

Key benefits of this 4-color personality assessment

The most commonly used 4-color personality test by organizations and governments worldwide for over 15 years.
It is suitable for teams, with a comprehensive 4-color team report available.
You can order the test individually or administer it through an affordable subscription.

The famous 4-color model

The well-known 4-color model (red, blue, yellow and green) provides insight into personal preferences. It is precisely this simplicity that makes the model so popular: just tell me what your first color is, and I will know the best way to interact or communicate with you.

How does this 4-color test work?

This 4-color test is a reliable tool for measuring the personality traits of your employees and job applicants. It uses algorithms to check if the test-taker answered honestly, ensuring you receive an accurate assessment of your candidate or employee. A team report is also available for groups.

The 4-color personality wheel

The 4-color personality wheel is a visual tool that categorizes personal traits into 72 distinct positions based on four primary colors: Red, Yellow, Green, and Blue. When these colors blend, they create eight personality types, each showcasing its own strengths and characteristics.

The 8 types in the color wheel

The Auditor (Blue): Detail-oriented, methodical, and highly analytical.
The Planner (Blue/Green): Systematic, organized, and reliable.
The Connector (Green): Empathetic, relationship-focused, and a natural networker.
The Mediator (Green/Yellow): Composed, conflict-averse, and a peacemaker.
The Visionary (Yellow): Creative, innovative, and forward-thinking.
The Entrepreneur (Yellow/Red): Energetic, risk-taking, and action-driven.
The Director (Red): Resolute, goal-focused, and a powerful leader.
The Change Agent (Red/Blue): Flexible, proactive, and results-oriented.

Sample report: 4-color personality test

In addition to scores on the 34 competencies, the 4-color personality test report provides insight into behavioral preferences using the easy and accessible 4-color model (blue, green, red, and yellow) and offers concrete tools for the development of work performance on individual, team, and organizational levels.

For use in teams: the 4-color team report

The Bridge Personality can also be used for teams, for which a 4-color team report is available.

Why the color-based personality model works so well for team development

High-performing teams are key to a successful organization. These teams often have strong collaboration and good communication. The four-color model offers a practical way for teams that struggle with communication.

This model uses four simple colors to show different behavior styles. There are no right or wrong styles. Knowing your team’s preferences can help everyone work together better.

Learn more about how the 4-color model can benefit your organization: A detailed guide for using a 4-color personality test in organizations.

4-color team workshop

Do you want to organize a team workshop to use the 4-color test and team report within your team? We have a team workshop: do-it-yourself kit available. With this kit, you get all the tools to conduct your own 4-color team workshop.

Key features of TestGroup's 4 color test

Comprehensive and user-friendly personality report;
Available in 20 languages, including Dutch, English, German, French, and Spanish;
Perfect for teams (a team report is also available);
Generate a tailored report by selecting the desired competencies;
Personal suggestions for development;
Insight into management style and collaboration style;
Develop interpersonal and communication skills;
Strengthen collaboration with colleagues.

Subscription: unlimited use of the 4-color test

Subscription: 4 color personality test

Do you want unlimited access to the 4-color personality test? With a Bridge Assessment account, you can take as many online assessments as you want for 12 months. There are no extra costs or credits to worry about. This subscription is the most affordable option per test and is ideal for organizations that frequently conduct assessments.

Example test report

The report of the 4-color personality test provides scores on 34 competences, determines the color preference (blue, green, red, and yellow) of the candidate, and gives scores on eight general competences. This way, you will have the most complete overview of the personality of your candidate or employee. It is also possible to include the 16 Jung Types in the personality report.

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Example Report: 4-color personality test

Team training: do-it-yourself kit

The team report produced by the 4-color personality test gives you a clear overview of the different color preferences in your team and is the perfect basis for a team workshop. With the do-it-yourself team workshop package, you can now organize your very own Bridge Personality team workshop. Once you’re equipped with the right tools, you’ll be ready to start working with your team yourself, at the time and place you choose - no external trainer required.

Frequently asked questions about the 4-color personality test

What is the difference between this 4-Color Personality Test and Insights Discovery?
The Bridge Personality 4-color personality test is significantly more comprehensive than Insights Discovery. Since the test is scientifically developed, the candidate's color preference will also be more reliable and valid.

How do I use this 4-color test for my team?
It’s straightforward. Each team member takes the test, and then the system generates a team report.

Does every personality have a color?
Yes, every person has a dominant color. Similar to the DISC model, The Bridge Personality identifies four colors: red, green, blue, and yellow.

What is the theory behind the 4-color model?
Similar to assessments like the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and Insights Discovery, the theory underlying the 4-color model is rooted in the concepts of Carl Jung.

What does this 4-color test cost per participant?
If you subscribe to The Bridge Assessment Platform (either through credits or unlimited use), this test is available for as low as 15 euros per candidate. Alternatively, you can order the test separately for 175 euros per candidate. All pricing information can be found on our pricing page.

What kind of supporting materials are available for the 4-color personality questionnaire?
TestGroup the Bridge Personality 4-color test offers a variety of materials for use. These materials can be ordered separately, but if you choose an introductory package, you will receive them individually. For example, there is a convenient explanation booklet (The Bridge Personality: The Booklet for Candidates), a set of cards representing each color, and, of course, the 4-color presentation sheets for use during your own training or workshop.

What is the 4-color test team workshop DIY package?
In the team workshop do-it-yourself package, you will receive the tools to organize a team workshop independently. This package includes the workshop sheets, a 4-color personality test for each participant, a team report, and a handy booklet for each participant that explains the 4-color test and the team report.

What do the colors red, blue, green, and yellow mean?
Each color signifies a preference for certain behaviors. Interested in discovering your color? Then take The Bridge Personality 4-color personality test.

Individuals with a red preference respond quickly and tend to be quite direct in their communication. The color blue represents a preference for organization, with a tendency to react more slowly and cautiously, emphasizing analysis and details. Those with a green preference often respond calmly, seek connection, and generally avoid conflict. The color yellow symbolizes creativity, a disregard for routine, and a focus on the future.

Why does the 4-color model work so well in teams?
If you grasp your colleagues' preferences and communication styles, you can more accurately predict how team members will respond in specific situations. This understanding enhances communication within the team. Achieving a deeper level of comprehension among team members fosters better collaboration. By determining the color preferences of the team members, you also identify which color is absent from the team. For instance, you could complement a team of individuals who prefer red with someone who prefers green. In this way, you can assemble the optimal team.

What is the language of color?
The 4-color model provides a fun and simple way to gain insight into your own reactions and better understand the behavior of others, like colleagues or team members. The four colors are easy to remember and do not suggest that any particular behavior is right or wrong; instead, they represent preferences for certain behaviors and are value-neutral. Everyone has their own preferences, and the 4-color model clarifies these preferences without making any judgments. For example, saying, "This marketing meeting full of blue personalities could benefit from some yellow" sounds much friendlier than saying, "This team lacks creativity."

How does the 4-color wheel work?
There are three rings in the four-color wheel of The Bridge Personality. The four colors, eight major types, and twenty-four subtypes yield seventy-two positions in the color wheel. Each position in the wheel features a unique arrangement of colors that serves as the basis for the preferred behavior of that type. The distribution in each ring relates to the relative focus or spread of the first three preferred colors. Inner ring: three colors above the centerline. Middle ring: two colors above the centerline. Outer ring: one color above the centerline. It is also possible to occupy more than one position in the wheel; your conscious (normative) and less conscious (ipsative) preferences are then distinct. It is not possible to prefer all four colors. At least one color is always relatively more challenging for you. However, it remains accessible, although its use may depend on the circumstances and might require a bit more effort.

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