1. “Exploring the DiSC Dimensions”

2. Welcome and Overview Today you will …..
Become aware of your behavioral strengths as you relate to others
Identify the potential contribution your strengths bring to relationships and teams
Become aware of the behavioral strengths of others that may be different from your own
Learn what you can do to communicate better with people whose strengths are different from your own.

3. Identifying Your Strengths and Weaknesses
Review scoring sheet
Add strengths and weaknesses
Circle highest scoring column
Identify the DiSC components on the scoring sheet
Note to facilitator:
Assist participants in working through the scoring process as necessary.
Following the scoring process, have participants divide into 4 groups (D I S and C) before moving on in the session.

4. Identifying Your Strengths and Weaknesses
D – Dominance
I – Influencing
S – Steadiness
C – Conscientious
Note to facilitator:
Assist participants in working through the scoring process as necessary.
Following the scoring process, have participants divide into 4 groups (D I S and C) before moving on in the session.
Optional: Use a flip chart to record the make-up of the group. For example: C D S I

5. Identifying Your Strengths and WeaknessesC D S I
Task Oriented
Questioning
Non-Emotional
People Oriented
Accepting
Emotional
Note to facilitator:
Assist participants in working through the scoring process as necessary.
Following the scoring process, have participants divide into 4 groups (D I S and C) before moving on in the session.

6. Identifying Your Strengths and WeaknessesC D S I
Passive
Reserved
Slow
Ask
Indirect
Active
Outgoing
Fast
Teller
Direct
Note to facilitator:
Assist participants in working through the scoring process as necessary.
Following the scoring process, have participants divide into 4 groups (D I S and C) before moving on in the session.

7. High “D” (Dominance Style)
You will notice:
Self-Confidence
Decisiveness
Risk Taking
Tendencies:
Taking Action
Accepts Challenges
Makes Quick Decisions

8. High “D” (Dominance Style)
Motivated By:
Challenge
Direct answers
Opportunities for individual accomplishment
Freedom from direct control
Getting immediate results
New and varied activities

9. High “D” (Dominance Style)
Limitations/Perceptions:
Lack of concern for others
Impatience
Moving forward without considering outcomes
May seem unapproachable
Try to get the team moving before they are ready
Can come across as blunt or demanding
Strengths:
Can make a decision when no one wants to
Not afraid to confront tough issues or situations
Accepts change as a personal challenge
Keeps the team focused on the task

10. High “I” (Influence Style)
You will notice:
Someone who attempts to shape the environment by influencing and persuading others
Sociability, enthusiasm and charm
Expression of emotion
Tendencies:
Involvement with people
Making a favorable impression

11. High “I” (Influence Style)
Motivated by:
Social recognition
Group activities
Relationships
Freedom from control and detail
Creative work
Inspiring leadership

12. High “I” (Influence Style)
Limitations/perceptions:
Impulsiveness
Disorganization
Lack of follow-through
May seem superficial in approach
Strengths:
Always available to others, gives time easily
Good at inspiring others
Easily gives positive feedback
Very optimistic

13. High “S” (Steadiness Style)
You will notice:
Someone who sees a favorable environment which they want to maintain
Someone who is cooperative, supportive, agreeable and likes to keep things stable
Someone who achieves stability through cooperating with others
Tendencies:
Calm and patient
Loyal and a good listener
Concern for the group
Over willing to give

14. High “S” (Steadiness Style)
Motivated by:
Infrequent change
Stability
Sincere appreciation
Cooperation

15. High “S” (Steadiness Style)
Limitations/perceptions:
Can be seen as indecisive and indirect
Needs a lot of information to embrace change
Wants to say “Yes” when asked to help, but hates being taken for granted. Can feel resentment if not appreciated
Strengths:
Care about others and what is best for the team
Friendly approach to colleagues and supervisors
Seen as a mediator

16. High “C” (Conscientious Style)
You will notice:
Someone who tries to work within established rules, guidelines and procedures to ensure accuracy and quality
Tendencies:
Attention to standards and details
Accuracy and diplomacy
Indirect approaches to conflict

17. High “C” (Conscientious Style)
Motivated by:
Clearly defined performance expectations
Quality and accuracy
Being valued
Atmosphere that is reserved and business-like

18. High “C” (Conscientious Style)
Limitations/Perceptions:
Fears criticism in their work
Overly critical of self and others
Indecision because of desire to collect and analyze data
Can be hampered by the need to follow the rules
Strengths:
Thorough and accurate
Certain to follow standards accurately
Conscientious
Diplomatic

19. Questions/Comments