Improve Your Communication
DISC
We wouldn’t use a fork to dig up pavement as it would bend from the pressure. Humans are the same… Not everyone operates or communicates the same.
Introduction to Behavioural Styles – DISC
Being different does not make us right or wrong, good, or bad. If we understand that, pressure and stress decrease. Deep down nobody wants to give people a hard time but if they have some basic need that is not being met, be it power, control, or choices, they will not be easy to deal with.
Following is an introduction into four basic personality types know as DISC categories. While few people fit completely in a single pigeonhole, most have an identifiable predominance of one of the four styles.
DISC Styles
➢ D – Dominate
➢ I – Influencer
➢ S- Steady relator
➢ C- Compliant, analytical
Understanding the different behavioural styles or colours can help improve communication skills & build stronger relationships and teams! For example, a person predominant in D could adapt/soften their direct communication language with a person predominate in C to improve their relationship and communication.
While few people fit completely in a single pigeonhole, most have an identifiable predominance of one of the four styles. Following you will find descriptions of each type.
The High D
The dominate director, the driver, the “D”
Unconquerable, demanding, aggressive, free
Brave, decisive, competitive, tough
Up to the task, direct, sometimes rough!
Quick to the draw, flip with the lip
You’ll get it direct, straight from the hip
They’ll climb any mountain, nothing’s too high
They aim to succeed, whatever they try!
Results is the focus, press on to new heights
Along the way, expect a few fights
Don’t take it personal, they just speak their mind
So pick up the pace, or get let behind!
You may smirk a little when you hear them rant
Of all that they’ll win if their wish you grant
Give them a challenge that’s brave and bold
Stand back and watch as they “bring home the gold”!
The High I Influencer
Expressive, sanguine, the “I” Life’s full of hope,
the limit’s the sky Enthusiastic, fun, trusting, charming
Confident, optimistic, popular, disarming.
Words smooth as cream as they talk to you
Winning you over to their point of view
A sparkling eye, a smile that’s bright
In the dark of night, the “I” sees the light.
A people person with a need to be liked
Inspiring the team to continue the fight
Talking a lot while getting work done
Don’t worry a bit, work should be fun.
A joke or two, expect a high five
The High I add humour, keeps things alive
Turn them loose and watch what’s done
The team is inspired to work as ONE.
The High S The steady relater
Amiable, High “S” Mild, laid back, patient, no stress
Stable, sincere, passive, serene
Great listening skills, an “ace” on the team.
Hard at work behind the scenes
Helping to do what’s best for the team
Others will tire, the “S” will finish
Determined to stay till the task has diminished.
Loyal, devoted, they’ll be here awhile
Jumping around just isn’t their style
Won’t leave a job until it is over
Finish one first, you’re not a rover.
Acutely aware of people’s need
Responding to personal hurts on the team
Although appearing slow in the jobs they do
When it comes to a team, the S is the “glue”.
The High C Compliant
Analytical, melancholic, the “C”
Methodical, courteous, complete accuracy
Restrained, diplomatic, mature, and precise
Accurate, systematic, those standards are nice.
Planning and organizing done to perfection
The smallest detail is no exception
Consistently clear and objective thinking
Gives the team top notch results without blinking.
And when it comes time to make a decision
You’d best have the facts to accomplish the mission
The C at your side with all the correct facts
Will assure the return on your investment won’t lack
Go by the book, follow the rules
Procedures are written, use the right tools
Standards are crucial, both now and later
In God we trust, all others use DATA
IN CLOSING
When you realize there is more to communication than 'words' you will start to adapt both your point of view of people and the manner in which you communicate to them. The first step is understanding the different behavioural styles. The next step is learning how to communicate effectively to each style.
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