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Section One: Your behavioral style
DISC / Behaviors
INTRODUCTION TO DISC
The DISC graph describes how a person tends to behave naturally in non-stressful conditions. There is no "correct" score to have. Each personal style is a unique blend of D, I, S and C. Scores indicate which behaviors come naturally to you and what environments bring out the best in you.
DOMINANCE
Dominance, or “D”, is about how you respond to problems. Someone who is High D is likely more direct, blunt, focused on results, and into challenge and competition. Someone who is Low D is likely more deliberate and thoughtful, and prefers peaceful settings.
INFLUENCING
Influence, or “I”, is about how you respond to people. Someone who is High I is likely friendly, talkative, enthusiastic, and likes to be around people. Someone who is Low I is more likely to be reflective, quiet, focused, and reserved.
STEADINESS
Steadiness, or “S”, is about how you respond to pace. Someone who is High S is likely loyal, patient, supportive of others, and likes consistency and planning. Someone who is Low S is likely flexible, active, spontaneous, and likes variety.
COMPLIANCE
Compliance, or “C”, is about how you respond to process. Someone who is High C is likely logical, cautious, focused on details, and likes step-by-step processes. Someone who is Low C is likely independent, innovative, a big-picture thinker, and a risk-taker.
BRIDGE
Bridges are people with all four of their their DISC scores between 30 and 70. They are adaptable and can thrive in different environments. Watch the video to learn more about bridges.
Your motivators and top skills
Motivators
Connecting with your top two motivators is most important. Your secondary motivator supports your first motivator; for example, a "Social/Theoretical" will use knowledge – from theoretical - to help people – from social. But a Social/Utilitarian will want to help people – from social - in an efficient and results-oriented way – from utilitarian. A Social/Individualistic wants to help people – social- in their own way - individualistic. Don’t worry about understanding each of the motivators in these examples, what’s important today is for you to understand YOUR top two. It’s important to note that if your third motivator is above the Adult Mean, it might be important as well.
AESTHETIC
Desire for form, harmony, balance, or beauty.
People who have a high Aesthetic Motivator appreciate nature and beauty in the world. They are typically artistic and seek balance in their lives. High Aesthetics are greatly affected by their physical environment. The atmosphere or appearance of a school or workplace can even affect their grades or performance at work.
INDIVIDUALISTIC
Desire for independence, recognition, or power.
People who have a high Individualistic Motivator want to be in control of their own future and frequently seek personal recognition and power. Instead of being told what to do, they want choices. They need to make sure they have freedom and choice in their career.
SOCIAL
Desire to help others or solve society’s problems.
People who have a high Social Motivator are altruistic and love to help people or a cause they care about. Their core question in life is typically, “What is my cause?” If they understand how their education will help them help others, they become much more engaged in academics. If you are a High Social, it’s important for you to figure out where you want to give back and how you can make a difference.
THEORETICAL
Desire to learn for the sake of knowledge.
People who have a high Theoretical Motivator love learning for the sake of learning and exploring their favorite topics deeply. If you are High Theoretical, you might run the risk of going so deep in an interest area that you lose interest in other topics. If that is the case, find a more specialized educational program or job that allows you to dedicate more time to go as deep as possible in your specialty.
TRADITIONAL
Desire to live by a personal set of principles or beliefs.
People who have a high Traditional Motivator value traditions, are driven by strong beliefs (which could be family, cultural, religious, military, self-determined, or something else), and follow their principles. If you have this motivator, look for opportunities that validate and/or allow you to share your beliefs. Look for employers that align with your way of living.
UTILITARIAN
Desire for a return on investment of time, energy, or money.
People who have a high Utilitarian Motivator seek practical returns for their efforts, tend to be money motivated, and value efficiency. They tend to be least served in most school environments, because Utilitarian is often the last motivator of educators. Keeping this in mind, if you are High Utilitarian, it’s important you make sure the program/major you choose helps you to achieve your personal goals as quickly as possible.