Lenn and myself did the DISC personality test and it is most accurate.
D- Domineering, Direct, Decisive, the overcomer, the driver, the independent.
I - Influential, hyperactive, has good ideas, inquisitive, impulsive
S - Submissive, supportive, neutral,follower, slow and steady, too nice aka soft hearted
C - Compliance, accurate (proven, tested, guranteed)
We tot I was a 'D', I took the test and I was shocked to see that I am actually an 'I'.
what kind are you?
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D - DOMINANCE/ THE DRIVER/ THE OVERCOMER/ DIRECT/ DECISIVE/INDEPENDENT aka. my fatherThe D ppl tend to:1) get results (i want you to leave now! now means now!)2) causing action3) accept challenges4) making quick decisions5) questioning the status quo (no entry? fuck it! im still goin in)6) Take authority (immediate, i am not gonna wait!)7) problem solver8) no excuses9) small issue maximised to a bigger issue (frm a small matter, exaggerated to bigger matter)for eg: All the characteristics of DISC are all locked in a room with no keyD will go : I will bang the door till someone comes and rescue usI will go : Nevermind, I shall entertain the rest till someone comesS will go : Oh Oh.. Shut up and wait.C will go : Shut up and wait----------------------------------------------------------------'D' PEOPLE IN AN ENVIRONMENT:- power and authority- prestige & challenge- individual accomplishment- direct - freedom from control and supervision (ie. double standards - i can do it, you cannot)--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- weighs pros and cons- calculate risks- use caution- research on facts- deliberate before deciding- recognises the needs of others-------------------------------------------WHAT THEY CAN DO TO IMPROVE THEMSELVES:- they need people- verbalise negotiation for conclusions ( i dunno how to elaborate cuz i myslf dun understand)- to pace themselves to relax more- Aware of exciting santions- they need occasional shock to shut them up.eg: DISC characters are asked to organised a partyD- Takes initiativeI - will use people's skills (i got this friend...)S - If i was asked to call 100 ppl, i only will call 100 ppl. no less no more.C- Concentrate on details. (deco etc)====================================================Strengths of D- Goal oriented- able to get things done.Weakness of D :- insensitive to other ppl feelings- impatience- motivated - dont care abt the time. go straight to the point.D in Communications:- not a good listener, they only want to talk - better at initiating communications- impulsive (has goal in mind)-----------------------------------------------------What others see D as :- harsh- pushy- dominating- severe- toughThe same Ds see them as:- decisive- independent- efficient- practical- determined========================================================HOW Ds CAN HELP THEMSELVESAvoild causing tension to situation- by reducing freedom/ability to communicate and help you to be more effective in wking together wiht other team members- listen & be patient- focus more on personal relationships- Be more flexible with people- explain why- be warmer, more open to ideas and ppl.================================================================I - INFLUENTIAL person aka THE PERSUADER STYLE/ EXPRESSIVE/ARTICULATIVE. characteristics :- not accurate, but has lots of ideas
- hyperactive
- risk taker
- inquisitive
- impulsive
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TENDENCIES ARE:
- itchy fingers
Eg: A "wet paint" warning sign was displayed. A typical 'I' will touch the wet paint. they need prove that the paint is wet. They need solid concrete proof. - has vivid imaginations (good writers/authors)
- too hopeful
- too stuck up to ask for directions until they are lost.
- a good entertainer
eg: in a party, they will be the one who can click with ppl from D-S-C. whether you are introverted or extroverted, this 'I' are the best people person. Put them in a party, they will click to anyone and likewise with the others. They wil find 'I' very approachable, friendly and the 'life of the party'. Without the existence of 'I', there will be no party. - make good impressions.
Eg: people are attracted to 'I's charming personality. Its a natural x-factor. - sociable
- likes to verbalise things with words and actions with hands.
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WEAKNESS:
- Impulsiveness
eg: if they were to see smthg they like, they will go and get it ASAP. Making them good at fashion etc. Good fashion sense or well knowlegdgable - paying no attention to details
- risk taker - jumps without thinking
- inquisitive - always skeptical of many things. prefers reason than being forced into smthg they might not like
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STRENGTHS:
- enthusiasism - gets ppl motivated and involved
- doesnt like to make quick decisions
- doesnt rush to the next exciting things
- motivated by approval and visibility
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HOW OTHERS SEE 'I' AS:
- Excitable
- egoistical
- manipulative
- too talkative
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HOW THE SAME 'I' SEE THE OTHER AS:
- Stimulating
- enthusiastic
- dramatic
- outgoing personality
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WORKING ENVIRONMENT - how they can help themselves
- reduce tension and makes a better wking environment
- less impulsive
- be more result oriented
- take control over actions and emotions
- to pay more attention to details and facts
- slow your pace down
- listen and dont talk too much
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S - THE SUBMISSIVE aka. the AMIABLE STYLE
characteristics :
- the follower. neutral
- supportive
- slow and steady
- soft hearted- too nice
eg: when ppl ask 'S' for a donation and has only 5 dollars in cash, they will take pity and sacrifice their last $5 to charity.
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TENDENCIES:
- Accept work pattern
- sit and stay @ one place for long (eg: work)
- concentrate on tasks
- calms excited ppl down
- patience
- loyalty
- good listener
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ENVIRONMENT:
- Credited for work accomplished
- limited territory
- traditional procedure
- security of situation
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ACTION PLAN:
They need someone who :
- are self promoting
- apply pressure on others
- contribute to work
- is daring
- prepare for unexpected change
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THEY USUALLY NEED TO:
- Have confidence - the ability of others ("Only I can do it")
- validation of self worth
- have changes
- need guidelines to accomplish smthg
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STRENGTHS:
- good team plater (people-people)
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WEAKNESS:
- sacrifice results for harmony
- reluctant to initiate
- motivated by appreciation
- time for personal intentions and are good listeners (2 way)
- relational
- making decisions slowly
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HOW OTHERS SEE 'S' AS:
- Confirming
- awkward
- dependent
- slow/retiring
HOW THE SAME 'S' SEE THEMSELVES:
- Supportive
- willing
- dependable
- reliable
- aggreable
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HOW THEY CAUSE TENSION TO PPL:
- not enough time to listen eg: wants to get things done (the relaxed version of 'D')
- prioritize time over relationship
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** CHARACTER 'S' with others & what they think of 'S' :-
'D'- cuz talks abt themselves all the time'I' - 'I' will feel that 'S' lacks the quickness 'S' - they feel that fellow 'S' lacks initiative 'C' - they feel that 'S' is not a task-oriented person. hates when they always talk abt themselves and loves to fetch praises with 'C' as C is meticulous and rather a perfectionist.
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WHAT 'S' SHOULD DO TO IMPROVE THEMSELVES:
- Less sensitive to what others think
- increase pace
- initiate
- more decisive
- learn to say NO
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C- COMPLIANCE (To own standards) aka, my that bitch TL of mine.-- VAN OIL! THIS ONES' FOR YOU!
characteristics :
- accurate- proven, tested & guranteed
- exact
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TENDENCIES
make good organisationsknown as very contented peopledetailedwork under circumstancesdiplomaticcritical thinkingcheck for accuracycompliance to authority
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ENVIRONMENT
need assurancesneed door openers who call attention to accomplishmentsneed others who delegate tasksquick decision/compromiseppl who expand authority ppl who use policies and guidelines to guide their way
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WHAT THEY NEED TO BE MORE EFFECTIVE:
Need more opportunity
respect ppl
develope tolerance for conflict
schedule performamce
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STRENGTHS:
thorough
analysing data
WEAKNESS:
- Too overly cautious - lose track of time or deadlines - repeat to get people's acceptance
- motivated by quality (the past)
- time management - works slowly takin own sweet time
- makes mistakes only when it comes to work
- not a people person
- too thorough - doesnt come to conclusions - doing exactly everythign by the book
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WHAT OTHERS SEE 'S' AS:
Indecisive
critical
stuffy
moralistic
picky/fussy
HOW THE SAME 'S' CHARACTERS FIND THE OTHER:
orderly
thorough
persistent
serious
industrious
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MOST LIKELY TO CAUSE TENSION FOR OTHERS CHARACTERS:
D - slow/methodical
I - it pays too much attention to details
S - Lack tellign them how you feel. So task oriented. Hates to talk
C - desire to be more correct than they already are.
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WAYS TO IMPROVE:
by looking ahead
develope relationship and realise that work is not everything
more open
respond more quickly
has to trust intuition
be ess fact-oriented (eg: have a life)
Focus on right things - not doing things rite
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