DiSC Personality Profile
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DiSCDiSC PERSONALITY PERSONALITY PROFILEPROFILE
Understanding Ourselves and Others
DiSCDiSCLooks at tendencies of behavior
Reflects natural tendencies and perceived roles
Can change over time
DiSCDiSCHelps create environment where we can be most effective
Helps us understand our needs and tendencies
DiSCDiSCAllows balanced make-up of committees and work groups
DiSCDiSCStyles are not good or bad, right or wrong.
Each style has its strengths and drawbacks.
DiSCDiSCHelps us be more aware of the gifts and needs people bring to the group
DiSCDiSC DimensionsDimensionsDominanceinfluenceSteadinessConscientiousness
DDominance ominance Measures extent to which we attempt to shape our environment by overcoming obstacles
HighHigh DDIs goal- and action-orientedIs direct, demanding, forcefulMakes quick decisions Is inquisitiveIs self-assured, competitive
Very High Very High DDCan be autocratic Tends to disregard feelings of
others Fails to communicate reasons for
action
iinfluencenfluence Measures extent to which we attempt to shape our environment by influencing or persuading others
HighHigh iiIs enthusiastic, influential,
impulsiveIs pleasant, sociable, generousIs gregarious, high verbalizerIs trusting and persuasiveMay be self-promoting
Very High Very High iiMay be seen as manipulative May appear insincere Trusts others too easily
SSteadinessteadiness Measures extent to which we emphasize cooperation in existing setting
HighHigh SSIs deliberate and predictableIs patient and loyal, team playerOften develops specialized skillsCalms others, is relaxed and
protectiveMay be non-demonstrative and
passive
Very High Very High SSAvoids conflict to a faultStrongly resists change
CConscientiousnessonscientiousness Measures extent to which we emphasize quality and accuracy
HighHigh CCSeeks adherence to standards,
rules and conventionsThinks analytically Uses systematic approach to
things Is cautious, careful and
restrained
Very High Very High CCHas difficulty accepting less than
perfect projectsMay be overly defensive when
criticized
Low Low DDSelf-effacingMeekPeacefulUnsure
Low Low iiReflectiveControlledRetiringWithdrawn
Low Low SSCriticalImpetuousChange-orientedSpontaneous
Low Low CCIndependentStubbornRebelliousTactless
Classic Classic DiSCDiSC Patterns Patterns15 patterns based on
combinations of Dominance, influence, Steadiness and Conscientiousness
Not all parts of your pattern will feel right to you
What’s Your Profile?
WhatWhat’’s Your Profile?s Your Profile?
Classic Classic DiSCDiSC Patterns PatternsWe behave differently in different
rolesIf role demands great difference
from “natural” profile, requires more energy
Stress, fear, fatigue cause us to revert to more natural behavior
A Day in the LifeA Day in the LifeWhat are your greatest
contributions to the FUUN community?
What are your greatest fears?How are you misunderstood?How can other styles relate
better to you?