Thanks to its integrative nature, the EGOS Map can be directly matched with other international models, such as the MBTI (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator), the DISC (Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, Conscientiousness), the Social Styles, or the Platinum Grid, on the basis of qualitative associations from the descriptions presented by their respective authors. For more details on the qualitative matching of the aforementioned models see, for example, Berens, Linda V. (2001). Understanding Yourself and Others: An Introduction to Interaction Styles, Huntington Beach, Telos Publications.
Nonetheless, the EGOS Map model stands out for several reasons:
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Greater theoretical comprehensiveness: Most comparable models present an exclusively psychological approach, while the EGOS Map integrates biological and psychological factors;
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Greater analytical depth: Most comparable models present an exclusively behavioral approach, while the EGOS Map integrates behaviors with feelings and thoughts, thereby analyzing the totality of human personality;
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Greater dimensional aggregation: Most comparable models present a two-dimensional approach (based on two factors), while the EGOS Map integrates multiple dimensions of human personality;
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Greater practical applicability: Most comparable models present a complex, technical approach while the EGOS Map integrates clear designations within a simple graphic model to facilitate its understanding and application by all types of users;
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Greater thematic diversity: Most comparable models present an approach that is centered on few thematic areas, while the EGOS Map integrates many theories and models from the fields of psychology, sociology and management.
Indeed, due to its integrative and comprehensive approach, the EGOS Map model can be quite easily related to many concepts from social and managerial sciences.
