DISC Model

I

• People oriented
• Enthusiastic
• Optimistic
• Creative

D

• Results oriented
• Innovative
• Competitive
• Direct

C

• Accurate
• Cautious
• Precise
• Analytical

S

• Sincere
• Dependable
• Loyal, patient
• Modest

I

• People oriented
• Enthusiastic
• Optimistic
• Creative

C

• Accurate
• Cautious
• Precise
• Analytical

S

• Sincere
• Dependable
• Loyal, patient
• Modest

- Characteristics: direct, decisive, ego-driven, problem-solver, and risk-taker; like new challenges and freedom from routine; driven to overcome obstacles- Strengths: great organizer and time manager; challenges the status quo; innovative - Weaknesses: can be argumentative, disrespectful of authority, and overly ambitious (taking on too much); can be blunt, stubborn, and aggressive.

Dominance

D

• Results oriented
• Innovative
• Competitive
• Direct

D

• Results oriented
• Innovative
• Competitive
• Direct

C

• Accurate
• Cautious
• Precise
• Analytical

S

• Sincere
• Dependable
• Loyal, patient
• Modest

- Characteristics: enthusiastic, persuasive, optimistic, trusting, impulsive, charismatic, and emotional- Strengths: creative problem solver; great cheer-leader, negotiator, and peace-maker; a real “people person”- Weaknesses: more concerned with popularity than tangible results; lacks attention to detail

Inspiring/Influential

I

• People oriented
• Enthusiastic
• Optimistic
• Creative

I

• People oriented
• Enthusiastic
• Optimistic
• Creative

D

• Results oriented
• Innovative
• Competitive
• Direct

- Characteristics: has high standards; values precision and accuracy; analytical and systematic; even-tempered, realistic, and logical; methodical; respect for authority - Strengths: great information gatherer/researcher; able to define situations precisely and accurately; offers a realistic perspective - Weaknesses: can get bogged down in details; needs clear boundaries, procedures, and methods; difficulty accepting criticism; may avoid conflict or just “give in.” May be overly timid.

S

• Sincere
• Dependable
• Loyal, patient
• Modest

Cautious/Conscientious/Compliant

C

• Accurate
• Cautious
• Precise
• Analytical

I

• People oriented
• Enthusiastic
• Optimistic
• Creative

D

• Results oriented
• Innovative
• Competitive
• Direct

C

• Accurate
• Cautious
• Precise
• Analytical

- Characteristics: reliable, predictable, friendly, good listener, team player, empathetic, easy-going, and altruistic. - Strengths: dependable, loyal; respects authority; has patience and empathy; good at conflict resolution; willing to compromise. - Weaknesses: resistant to change; sensitive to criticism; difficulty prioritizing

Steady/Supportive

S

• Sincere
• Dependable
• Loyal, patient
• Modest