Plus: Stress activity for managers, stress management for couples, tips for staying composed, countering anxiety about assessments, training tips, and upcoming events
Each DiSC style has stress triggers—what one style finds stressful, another may welcome. For example:
D-style people feel stressed when they lack control. They’re great at tackling challenges head-on but may become impatient under pressure.
i-style people feel stressed by rejection or social isolation. They excel at finding the positive in tough situations but may be disorganized when stressed.
S-style people experience stress from sudden changes and disrupted routines. They are good at playing the peacemaker in stressful times, but may also withdraw into passivity.
C-style people fear being seen as incompetent. They’re great at staying objective under pressure but can become overly rigid.
Understanding your style’s stressors can assist with stress management. In addition, knowledge of how each DiSC style experiences stress will help you work better with colleagues.
Managers must recognize the different signs of stress on their team and know how to respond. This group activity helps managers learn about stress and motivation among their employees.
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DiSC can give you actionable tips for getting through periods of stress with your partner. It can bring focus and direction to your conversations so you’re not stuck in the same patterns.
Are there times when you wish you were better at staying calm and diplomatic, even when stressed? Composure isn’t the best response to all situations, but practicing composure lets you call on this skill when you need it.
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Q: How do I respond to someone who is reluctant or anxious about taking a personality assessment?
A: Sometimes people are reluctant to take a personality assessment like Everything DiSC. They may have suffered from the misuse of an assessment in the past, worry about their privacy, have concerns about how the information will be used, or just not trust the validity of most assessments. To help quell participants’ fears: give them the facts about this particular tool, provide a sample profile to review, provide links to research, let them know what to expect from the training, and check back in. Read more: Countering anxiety around the DiSC profile »
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If you’re training a group reluctant to engage in discussion, you may need to adjust your approach. One option is to ask people to write down their responses to a question, then ask someone to share. This can encourage participation from people who don’t like to respond off the cuff.
