A key indicator of an individual’s success as a leader in the workplace is the ability to effectively communicate.
Sometimes, though, different personality styles can make communicating more challenging. The best leaders learn how to use what they know about personality styles to better collaborate and communicate, which ultimately leads to their success.
What are DiSC Behavioral Styles?
There are four main behavioral personality styles outlined in the DiSC model. A DiSC Analysis is used to determine which style most encompasses an individual’s personality.
Most people are a combination of two personality styles – and many are a blend of all four styles. Your style may change throughout the day depending on your role (employee, parent, friend, etc.) and your environment (work, home, sporting event, gym, etc.)
These are the 4 personality styles identified through the DiSC Analysis:
- D – “Dominance” – This style is typically characterized by someone who is confident, outspoken, demanding, and prioritizes accomplishing results.
- I – “Influence” – A person with this personality style is often enthusiastic, optimistic, trusting, and believes that persuasion is important.
- S – “Steadiness” – Calm, deliberate, loyal, and sincere are words used to describe people with this personality style, along with a focus on cooperation.
- C – “Conscientiousness” – Individuals who identify with this style are detail-oriented and independent, and believe in the importance of quality and accuracy.
Download the People Reading Guide to learn how to identify the styles and learn more about the people with whom you work. This information can help you develop a positive working relationship – and make you aware of what could potentially harm the connection.
How to Use Behavior Styles to Better Collaborate with Others
Leverage Your Own Leadership Style
When you know which DiSC personality style you are, you get to identify your blind spots – and leverage your innate talents as a leader.
At FMxLA, we use the World of Leaders Assessment to determine what type of leader you are. It also exposes hidden talents as well as leadership skills that would be helpful to build.
Based on the results, the training helps you to utilize your strengths and acquire important skills to maximize your leadership potential.
Learn more about the Female Leadership Accelerator here!
Know Other People’s Behavior Styles
When you know which personality style someone is, you can better understand and anticipate their reactions.
Recognizing and appreciating each personality type and what they bring to the table, and learning the best way to work with each personality type, will help avoid miscommunications and misunderstandings.
Knowing other people’s personality styles promotes a positive work environment that is more effective, productive, and collaborative.
Communicate Better with People you Work With
Download our People Reading Guide to learn how to “read” people you work with – so you can communicate and collaborate more efficiently.
When you are ready to take the next step to being an expert people reader, schedule a call with us so we can develop a personalized plan to leverage your unique talents as a leader.
Fully developed leadership capabilities lead to an increase in confidence – which in turn sets you up for lasting success!
