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DiSC® - Understanding the DC (Dominant / Conscientious) Style
Posted by Bill Harshman on
This lesson begins our increased understanding of not just the four quadrants with which we are already familiar, rather an understanding how changing proximity (distance to a neighboring style) within a particular quadrant yields a result which identifies a separate, unique DiSC® style. Today’s focus is on the DC (Dominant- Conscientious) style.
- Tags: Conscientious, DC, Dominant
DiSC® - Diving Deeper into the S (Steady) Style
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What does the reader need to know?
This lesson will be helpful if you don’t know your style OR if you are a style other than Steady. Here is a reminder: One of the Cornerstone Principles of DiSC® is that “Everyone is a unique blend of all DiSC® styles, and people typically tend toward one style.” I’ll suggest at this point that you read/listen for those insights that will help you make sense of your own, unique experience.
- Tags: Assumptions, Core Needs, S, Steadiness, Steady, Wiley Research
DiSC® - Diving Deeper into the i (Influence) Style
Posted by Bill Harshman on
The thrust of this article is the core needs that tie those descriptors together. For example, why is it that people with an i style lean (more than the average person) toward being social, charming, talkative, etc.? And, is there underlying motivation to these observable behaviors? In order to understand that, let’s look at the core needs.
- Tags: Assumptions, Core Needs, I, Influence
DiSC® - Diving Deeper into the D (Dominant) Style
Posted by Bill Harshman on
This lesson is first in a series taking a deeper dive into the research behind the characteristics, thought processes, core needs, and assumptions associated with each of the DiSC® styles. Today’s focus is on the D (Dominant) style. As with any assessment, there are always a small percentage of outliers from the existing research. However, the reliability and validity of the DiSC® has stood the test of time. This lesson will be helpful if you don’t know your style OR if you are a different style. Here is a reminder: One of the Cornerstone Principles of DiSC® is that “Everyone...
- Tags: Core Needs, D, Dominant, Wiley Research
DiSC® - Stressors & Motivators of the C (Conscientious) Style
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Here is a reminder from an actual DiSC® Profile report for a C Style of the priorities that shape their workplace:
- Ensuring Accuracy. Willing to do what it takes to get things right, not settling for subpar work. Will analyze things carefully and make logical decisions based on objective facts. Focus on accuracy to ensure high-quality outcomes.
- Maintaining Stability. Tend to be self-controlled and cautious. Prefer predictable setting where chaos and uncertainty don’t threaten the quality of their work. CAN work under pressure, however dislike being pressured. Focus on maintaining stability to produce consistent results.
- Offering Challenge. Tend to be logical and methodical. Prefer in-depth analysis and willing to point out problems and flaws. Skeptical of new ideas and will question people’s opinions if unconvinced.
Remember the C motto? “Do It Right”