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High D Personality
Learn about the High "D" - Dominance or Dominant Personality
People with the D style place an emphasis on shaping the environment by overcoming opposition to accomplish results.
Dominance Characteristics
So you …
Motivated by Action & Challenge
Provide challenging opportunities
Prioritizes Action & Results
Present the bottom line – briefly
Limited by impatience
Show them what’s Expected
Fears being taken advantage of
Focus on solutions rather than problems
Values Competence & Accomplishments
Compliment them publically
DiSC Classic Patterns
Developer, Results Orientated, Inspirational and Creative
DiSC Classic Profile – Developer Pattern
DiSC Classic Profile – Dominance Family – “Developer” Pattern – Pure “D’ Style
The Developer Pattern is the first of four patterns in the Dominance family and has a Pure D Style.
A “Pure” style has only one plotting point above the mid-line. The pure style is not affected significantly by other style influences – what you see is what you get.
When you take the DiSC Classic Profile, you receive a custom report with a complete individualized explanation of what the “D” style means for you. Feel free to use this information as a supplement or online source for what makes you unique.
A “Pure” style has only one plotting point above the mid-line. The pure style is not affected significantly by other style influences – what you see is what you get.
When you take the DiSC Classic Profile, you receive a custom report with a complete individualized explanation of what the “D” style means for you. Feel free to use this information as a supplement or online source for what makes you unique.
Developers are self-reliant individuals who prefer to seek their own creative and individualistic solutions. They are strong-willed, and prefer to be free of constraining influences. Developers are most
interested in opportunities for advancement accomplishing the goals they set for themselves. A challenge to them is like meat to a lion.
You will observe them using direct, forceful behavior. They are persistent, and will jump whatever hurdles necessary to overcome obstacles to success. They have high expectations
You will observe them using direct, forceful behavior. They are persistent, and will jump whatever hurdles necessary to overcome obstacles to success. They have high expectations
Observable Behaviors:
Primary interested in personal needs and wants
Motivated By
A challenge and new opportunities
Influences Others By
Being a solutions finder
Value to the Team
Innovative Problem Solver – the buck stops with them
Overuses
Attempts to control people and situations
When Stressed
Becomes belligerent if things don’t go their way
Fears
Loss of Control and loss of new opportunities
DiSC Classic Profile – Opportunities for Effectiveness with Tasks and People:Take advantage of opportunities for creating win-win strategies. Overuse of directness may overpower other people. Instead of announcing decisions and conclusions, an explanation will settle better with a work team. Using tact, diplomacy and patience with others will bring better results.
The DiSC Classic Profile is Classic because it’s so simple yet effective. There is little need for explanation of how to use the results to improve your relationship. You can put your DiSC Classic Profile to work to improve your work environment and your bottom line immediately.
The DiSC Classic Profile is Classic because it’s so simple yet effective. There is little need for explanation of how to use the results to improve your relationship. You can put your DiSC Classic Profile to work to improve your work environment and your bottom line immediately.
DiSC Classic Profile – Results Oriented Pattern
DiSC Classic Profile – Dominance Family – “Result Oriented” Pattern – D/i Style
The Developer Pattern is the first of four patterns in the Dominance family and has a Pure D Style.
A “Pure” style has only one plotting point above the mid-line. The pure style is not affected significantly by other style influences – what you see is what you get.
When you take the DiSC Classic Profile, you receive a custom report with a complete individualized explanation of what the “D” style means for you. Feel free to use this information as a supplement or online source for what makes you unique.
A “Pure” style has only one plotting point above the mid-line. The pure style is not affected significantly by other style influences – what you see is what you get.
When you take the DiSC Classic Profile, you receive a custom report with a complete individualized explanation of what the “D” style means for you. Feel free to use this information as a supplement or online source for what makes you unique.
The Results Oriented Pattern is the second of four patterns in the Dominance family and is depicted by a primary D and secondary i style.<br>
Within the DiSC Classic Profile, Dominance Family.
“Results Oriented” people seek to accomplish results. They value independence, and display self-confidence that some may perceive as arrogance. They are competitive and like difficult tasks and high positions. They exude a sense of self-
importance, and display self-satisfaction when completing their responsibilities. They may become impatient with routine work. Their forceful and direct manner may create challenges with co-workers.
Result-Oriented people tend to be critical of others who are not as quick thinking as they are. They make value judgments based on others ability to get results. They are persistent and determined even in the face of antagonism. They may appear blunt and uncaring. You will recognize them by the following characteristics.
Result-Oriented people tend to be critical of others who are not as quick thinking as they are. They make value judgments based on others ability to get results. They are persistent and determined even in the face of antagonism. They may appear blunt and uncaring. You will recognize them by the following characteristics.
Observable Behaviors:
High ego strength & rugged individualism
Motivated By
Control, Dominance and Independence
Judges Others By
Ability to accomplish tasks quickly
Influences Others By
Diligence and Force of Character
Value to the Team
Persistence and determination
Overuses
Competitive behaviors creating win / lose
When Stressed
Fault finding, critical, oversteps boundaries
DiSC Classic Profile – Dominance Family:
In order to accomplish a lot of tasks, people with the DiSC Classic Profile Dominance style needs to lead high performing teams where the goals are the group’s goals, not just the goals of the Dominant leader. Success will come more easily if the Dominance Style will ratchet up the “i” tendencies in this pattern, and practice patience with others, show concern and be interested in them. Getting opinions and suggestions of others will also improve success. This is a tall order because the DiSC Classic Profile Dominant Style dislikes being limited or controlled by others in any way. It goes without saying that it would help to take more time to think through consequences before moving ahead.
DiSC Classic Profile – Inspirational Pattern
DiSC Classic Profile – Dominance Family – “Inspirational” Pattern – D/i Style
The Inspirational Pattern is the third of four patterns in the Dominance family and is depicted by a primary D and secondary i style.
People with the DiSC Classic Profile Inspirational Pattern tend to influence the thoughts and actions of others.
When you take the DiSC Classic Profile, you receive a custom report with a complete individualized explanation of what the “D” style means for you. Feel free to use this information as a supplement or online source for what makes you unique.
People with the DiSC Classic Profile Inspirational Pattern tend to influence the thoughts and actions of others.
When you take the DiSC Classic Profile, you receive a custom report with a complete individualized explanation of what the “D” style means for you. Feel free to use this information as a supplement or online source for what makes you unique.
They attempt to control their environment and direct the behavior of others toward a predetermined goal. They prefer to work with others through cooperation and persuasion rather than domination.
Inspirational personal have clear results in mind. They can be charming in their interactions. They offer others what they want and need, such as power and security, just to meet their own objectives. They use persuasion when they want help from others. People experience conflicting emotions from Inspirational People – they feel a push-pull sensation, being drawn to – yet distanced. You will notice the following characteristics from people who demonstrate this DiSC Classic Profile style.
Observable Behaviors:
Minimizes needs for affection and approval – accepts aggression
Motivated By
Control of their environment and objectives
Judges Others By
Social Status, personal strength of character
Influences Others By
Persuasive charm, intimidation and use of rewards
Value to the Team
Initiates, demands, tends to be a “mover and shaker”
Overuses
The attitude that “the ends justify the means”
When Stressed
Tends to be manipulative, belligerent or quarrelsome
Fears
Loss of social status or appearing weak
Opportunities for Effectiveness with Tasks and People:
Concentrate on a systematic completion of work. If detailed work with deep analysis is required, Inspirational Styles may resist. Fun and variety is more to their liking. Frequent change keeps energy and interest high. It is beneficial to have someone double check things over on occasion so that details don’t get overlooked. Be more sensitive and appreciate others more – letting them know that success depends on everyone. This will encourage involvement and cooperation of others.
DiSC Classic Profile – Creative Pattern
DiSC Classic Profile – Dominance Family – “Creative” Pattern – D/C Style
The Creative Pattern is the fourth of four patterns in the Dominance family.
People with the DiSC Classic Profile Creative Pattern express themselves from opposing behavioral forces. They desire immediate results, yet have an equally strong desire for perfection. You will observe aggression and it will be tempered by sensitivity.
will observe aggression and it will be tempered by sensitivity.
They think and act quickly, yet will explore all options before making a decision.
Creative styles exhibit great planning ability and they strive for perfection. They make sound decisions yet may lack attention to interpersonal relationships.
Creative persons want freedom to explore and the authority to test and re-test findings. Daily decisions are easy for them, but they use extreme caution when making bigger decisions. They weigh pros and cons, and can appear cool, aloof or blunt.
They think and act quickly, yet will explore all options before making a decision.
Creative styles exhibit great planning ability and they strive for perfection. They make sound decisions yet may lack attention to interpersonal relationships.
Creative persons want freedom to explore and the authority to test and re-test findings. Daily decisions are easy for them, but they use extreme caution when making bigger decisions. They weigh pros and cons, and can appear cool, aloof or blunt.
Observable Behaviors:
Appears private and restrained, accepts aggression
Motivated By
Unique accomplishments and dominance
Judges Others By
Task accomplishments and dominance
Influences Others By
Innovative approaches and development of systems
Value to the Team
Can be a positive change agent
Overuses
Demeaning condescending attitudes, blunt & critical
When Stressed
Becomes independent & bored with routine work. Sulks!
Fears
Failure to accomplish goals and lack of influence
DiSC Classic Profiles – Increased Effectiveness with Tasks and People:
Concentrate on a systematic completion of work. If detailed work with deep analysis is required, Inspirational Styles may resist. Fun and variety is more to their liking. Frequent change keeps energy and interest high. It is beneficial to have someone double check things over on occasion so that details don’t get overlooked. Be more sensitive and appreciate others more – letting them know that success depends on everyone. This will encourage involvement and cooperation of others.