A few weeks ago, I shared the story of our eldest daughter’s experience of working in the deep recesses of our orthodontic office – back in the lab, picking bubbles off models of teeth. It practically drove her crazy. But we did have another outstanding person who loved that job, hour after hour, day after day. Her High C-Style made it a perfect fit for her – to be able to work alone, at her own pace, on a highly technical task.
As a review, the High C-Style:
- Is conscientious
- Likes procedures
- Focuses on tasks and details
- Often doesn’t mind working alone
- Is precise
- Is systematic
- Often has a slower “motor” – walks slower, thinks and talks slower
Because of these strengths, the High C-Style person is best motivated by:
- Structure
- Accuracy
- Security
- Proven systems
Now let’s focus on what demotivates a C-Style:
- Harsh criticism – or criticism of something they thought they were doing right or according to procedures
- High risk – these folks like organization, details, and systems to all be in place; if these are dismissed for something a lot riskier, it can be extremely discouraging
- Going off the plan – when what is already set in motion and dependable is suddenly disregarded or dismissed
- Ignoring procedures – or changing them constantly
- Asking the C-Style to function like one of the other styles when it would force them to go completely out of their comfort or skill zone.
Our excellent High C-Style lab person taught us the importance of respecting our staff by allowing them to function in their best roles in the office. Then to be careful that it was a rare situation where we asked them to step out of those roles. We wanted to stay on the “Our Staff is Motivated” side instead of de-motivated as much as possible. The result was an office with a fully functioning team of highly motivated people.
These guidelines would be the best-case scenario for a High C-Style person. But it is possible for them to work in any role, with the understanding that some jobs will require more adjustments then others, and more potential for losing your mind. The goal is to find a job where the needs of the C-Style can thrive.
QUESTION: Have you ever considered how your DISC Style would best fit a job? I’d love to hear your thoughts and observations. Please share in the comment section below.
P.S. ***If you would like to learn more about your own DISC Styles, just click here for more information on getting a DISC Assessment – an easy online process that will gain you lots of insight.
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