John B. Samuel

John B. Samuel is a psychologist, zone diagnostician, and leadership coach who serves as the Research Director at Talent Research Institute Pte Ltd in Singapore.13 He is also the President and Principal Researcher at Talent Research Foundation in the USA.13

Career and Research

Samuel has been researching "what makes a person tick" since 1985, focusing on identifying innate strengths and unique capabilities in individuals.1 His work primarily involves:

1. Executive search and selection
2. Management audits
3. Team bonding for corporate organizations, non-profits, and family-owned businesses1

In 2004, after conducting over 10,000 job-specific diagnostic interviews, Samuel discovered what he calls the two "Success Factor Genes" (SF-Genes) that he believes are innately embedded in each individual.12 His research suggests that these SF-Genes are the primary factors driving passion, purpose, and productivity in people.1

Areas of Expertise

Samuel's expertise and focus include:

• Leadership coaching for CEOs
• Performance coaching for senior managers
• Assisting executives with mid-career crises and career fulfillment
• Career coaching for graduating university students
• Training individuals to become "ZONE practitioners"12

Publications

Samuel authored the book "Living In Your Zone - Where Work Becomes Delight," which outlines his pioneering research framework.12 The book is available on Amazon.com.

Philosophy and Approach

Samuel's life passion is to help individuals move from their "sweat spot to their sweet spot" by identifying their SF-Genes and coaching them to leverage their unique strengths.12 He believes in investing in the success of his clients and students, which he says is what "makes him come alive".1