As I mentioned last week, the DISC System is easy to learn but has a myriad of applications that give insight and understanding. This week let’s review the basics of the DISC and get a firm grip on the System.
As a first step, think of someone (maybe it’s you) who:
- Loves to take charge in any situation
- Adds an element of fun wherever they are
- Is so patient and gentle
- Loves details and systems
To expand on these first descriptions, here are the strengths of each Style:
- D-Style: Gets things done, is decisive and authoritative
- I-Style: Is enthusiastic, outgoing, positive and persuasive
- S-Style: Is steady, dependable, cooperative and patient
- C-Style: Likes procedures, is systematic, precise and conscientious
Taken to an extreme, each of these strengths can become a weakness:
- D-Style can get pretty bossy and insist their way is best
- I-Style can’t seem to take things seriously, even when it is needed
- S-Style needs to pick up their pace at times and learn to stand up for themselves
- C-Style requires so many details on everything and thinks their system is right
I hope this short review helps you get a basic understanding of the four DISC Styles. Next week, we will start a series on how to apply the DISC System to Time. It is a fascinating study that will give you plenty of insights.
QUESTION: Have you ever considered a person’s inherent design? Or yours? I’d love to hear your thoughts and observations. Please share in the comment section below.
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