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High C Personality
Learn about the High "C" - Conscientiousness or Conscientious Personality
People with the C style place an emphasis on working conscientiously within existing circumstances to ensure quality and accuracy.
Conscientiousness Characteristics
So you …
Motivated by showing expertise & quality work
Focus on Facts and details
Prioritizes analysis and challenging assumptions
Be precise and correct
Limited by being overcritical, over analyzing
Be tactful and polite
Fears criticism and being wrong
Be patient and diplomatic
Values quality and accuracy
Be correct
DiSC Classic Patterns:
Objective Thinker, Perfectionist, and Practitioner
Recognizing other DiSC styles!
DiSC Classic 2 – Objective Thinker Pattern
DiSC Classic 2 – Conscientiousness Family – “Objective Thinker” pattern – Pure C Style
The Investigator Pattern is the fourth of four styles in the Steadiness family. They are recognized by three plotting points above the mid-line S/cd.
People with the Objective Thinker DiSC Classic 2 focus on achieving complete and total accuracy in everything they do. They continually question ideas and processes to ensure that things are done
properly. They are systematic, practical and efficient.
C’s make decisions based upon logical analysis of observable, quantifiable information, rather than being guided by the emotions of a situation. They often prefer to work independently, yet they remain objective and diplomatic when dealing with others. And generally those with a DiSC Classic 2 Objective Thinker pattern emphasize the importance of facts when drawing conclusions or when planning actions. They are meticulous about advance planning so as to avoid public failure.
When working with others, they are somewhat reticent in expressing their feelings. They dislike aggression, and have a strong need to control their environment. They do this with facts, figures and accuracy. They tend to get bogged down in analysis paralysis.
C’s make decisions based upon logical analysis of observable, quantifiable information, rather than being guided by the emotions of a situation. They often prefer to work independently, yet they remain objective and diplomatic when dealing with others. And generally those with a DiSC Classic 2 Objective Thinker pattern emphasize the importance of facts when drawing conclusions or when planning actions. They are meticulous about advance planning so as to avoid public failure.
When working with others, they are somewhat reticent in expressing their feelings. They dislike aggression, and have a strong need to control their environment. They do this with facts, figures and accuracy. They tend to get bogged down in analysis paralysis.
Observable Behaviors:
Critical thinking, logical, exact, reserved
Motivated By
Precision and accuracy and logic
Judges Others By
Logical thinking and factual information
Influences Others By
Logic, facts and data
Value to the Team
Fact gathering and testing information
Overuses
Tends to over analyze – analysis paralysis
When Stressed
Tends to fret and worry
Fears
Criticism and losing control of emotions
DiSC Classic Profile – Opportunities for Increased Effectiveness:
With Tasks: Minimize overuse of analysis. Loosen up . . . no need to be right all the time.
With People: Be more receptive and open to other people’s ways . . . be more social.
DiSC Classic 2 – Perfectionist Pattern
DiSC Classic 2 – Conscientiousness Family – “Perfectionist” Pattern – C/s
The Investigator Pattern is the fourth of four styles in the Steadiness family. They are recognized by three plotting points above the mid-line S/cd.
If it can’t be done right, then why do anything at all – that is the mantra of the Perfectionist Styles. Cs styles are driven by a need for accuracy and logic. The C needs precision, and the s is driven by
patience, resulting in an individual with a strong quality focus.
DiSC Classic Profile – Perfectionists are precise thinkers and employ plans and procedures for both their personal and professional lives, thus avoiding the unexpected. They use due diligence when called upon for detailed accuracy. They question assumptions and require loads of information that they can analyze when exploring alternatives and before making a decision or reaching conclusions.
C’s have high standards and adhere to pre-set procedures for accomplishments. They enjoy overcoming challenges through persistence and intense focus of attention. C’s can benefit from people who bring levity and positive energy to the environment, in order to provide encouraging feedback and boost morale.
DiSC Classic Profile – Perfectionists are precise thinkers and employ plans and procedures for both their personal and professional lives, thus avoiding the unexpected. They use due diligence when called upon for detailed accuracy. They question assumptions and require loads of information that they can analyze when exploring alternatives and before making a decision or reaching conclusions.
C’s have high standards and adhere to pre-set procedures for accomplishments. They enjoy overcoming challenges through persistence and intense focus of attention. C’s can benefit from people who bring levity and positive energy to the environment, in order to provide encouraging feedback and boost morale.
Observable Behaviors:
Reserved, deliberate, precise, cautious
Motivated By
Predictable and stable outcomes
Judges Others By
Precision and high standards
Influences Others By
Accuracy and attention to detail
Value to the Team
Quality Control and maintaining standards
Overuses
Clings to past procedures and “fail safe” options
When Stressed
Resorts to tact and diplomacy
Fears
Hostile antagonistic environment
DiSC Classic Profile – Opportunities for Increased Effectiveness:With Tasks:
Be willing to experiment and take some risks to get new, better results. Develop role flexibility.With People:
Be surrounded by people who can see the big picture without getting bogged down in details. Balance working alone with working with others.
DiSC Classic 2 – Practitioner Pattern
DiSC Classic 2 – Conscientiousness Family – “Practitioner” – C/i/s
The DiSC Classic 2 Practitioner Pattern is the third of three in the Conscientiousness family, and the last of the DiSC Classical Patterns. It is represented by 3 points above the mid-line; a primary C and secondary i and s.
Practitioners enjoy being a team member and helping others succeed. They prefer a supportive role, and would rather not be the leader. They don’t want to be held accountable for major decisions
or taking risks. When they have plenty of time to think things through, they can bring valuable insights to the team process. Their reluctance to move fast can frustrate others.
Practitioners prefer a comfortable and cooperative environment where people are trusting and pleasant. They thrive when they can contribute to projects that require attention to detail.
Daily performance and self-discipline is important to Practitioners. The expectations they have of themselves and others are very high. They have a tendency to voice disapproval when their expectations are not met.
Practitioners prefer a comfortable and cooperative environment where people are trusting and pleasant. They thrive when they can contribute to projects that require attention to detail.
Daily performance and self-discipline is important to Practitioners. The expectations they have of themselves and others are very high. They have a tendency to voice disapproval when their expectations are not met.
Observable Behaviors:
Accommodating and inspiring
Motivated By
Supporting and interacting with others
Judges Others By
Status of position and self-discipline
Influences Others By
Skill with problem solving and technology
Value to the Team
Can specialize and be proficient
Overuses
Somewhat restrained, puts personal objectives first
When Stressed
Overly sensitive to criticism and restrained.
Fears
Risk taking and being too predictable.
DiSC Classic 2 – Opportunities for Increased Effectiveness with…
Tasks: Share your valuable insights. Delegate tasks to others when appropriate.
With People: Appreciate and inspire others and keep them going when the going gets tough. More collaboration with others can be beneficial. Trust the input of others. Help others develop organizational skills and create an organized approach to their work.
With People: Appreciate and inspire others and keep them going when the going gets tough. More collaboration with others can be beneficial. Trust the input of others. Help others develop organizational skills and create an organized approach to their work.