DiSC: How do YOU lead?

Daniel Tovar & Maytal Maor

Who are we? Daniel Tovar

Senior, Psychology Major

Fraternity Man

2015-2016 Peer Leadership Consultant (Lead Team)

2015 Relay for Life Sponsorship Chair

2014 Panther Camp Facilitator

Who are we?Maytal Maor

Senior, Marketing & Human Resource Management double major

Sorority Woman

Course Hero Business Development Intern

2015 Panther Camp Facilitator

2013-2015 Resident Assistant

OverviewThe basics of this session

●What is DiSC?

●Why are we doing this?

●How can we move forward from here?

What is DiSC?●The DiSC is a simple but elegant model used to describe human

behavior.

●Unlike usual personality tests about who you are as a person, DiSC teaches you your strengths and weaknesses as a leader.

●After taking the assessment, participants are split into one of four personality types.

You will now participate in DiSC.

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Courageous; Adventurous2. Trusting; Enthusiastic3. Agreeable; Accommodating4. Tolerant; Respectful

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Innovative; Visionary2. Sociable; Congenial3. Peacemaker; Negotiator4. Reserved; Withdrawn

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Focused; Goal-Oriented2. Encourage others; Stimulating3. Team Player; Accommodating4. Precise; Accurate

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Stand up to opposition; Right (correct)2. Tell my side of the story; Want to be heard3. Complacent; Keeps feelings inside4. Sensitive; Becomes frustrated

Which sounds MOST like YOU?*1. Fast paces; High Spirited2. Talkative; Charismatic3. Seeks balance; Calm4. Orderly; Follows the rules

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Anxious; Hurried2. Emotional; Impulsive3. Dependable; Persistence4. Systematic; Time management

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Blunt; Overbearing2. Unrealistic; Overcommitted3. Complacent; Resists change4. Detached; Too careful

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. A good delegator2. A good encourager3. A good listener4. A good analyzer

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Forceful; Driven2. Optimistic; Charismatic3. Cooperative; Let’s do it together4. Accuracy counts; Precise

Which sounds MOST like YOU?*1. Will buy on impulse; Decisive2. Will spend on what I want; Selfish3. Will wait to buy; Patient4. Will do without; Self-controlled

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Demanding; Domineering2. Impulsive; Emotional3. Non-confrontational; Predictable4. Calculating; Overload with details

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Unafraid; Independent2. Carefree; Lacks caution3. Kind; Cordial4. Reserved; Cautious restraint

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Recognition; Seeks advancement2. Venturesome; Audacious 3. Dependable; Good listener4. Conscientious; Plans for future

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Challenges the rules; Daring2. Rules make it boring; Restless3. Rules make it safe; Security4. Rules make it fair; Justice

Which sounds MOST like YOU?*1. Likes awards; Accomplishments2. Enjoys socials; Group gatherings3. Wants to be safe; Unthreatened4. Continues education; Cultured

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Take charge; Direct approach2. Outgoing; Enthusiastic3. Consistent; Thorough4. Cautious; Calculating

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Competitive; Argumentative2. Excitable; Cheerful3. Supporter; Advocate4. Methodical; Exact

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. I will lead them2. I will persuade them3. I will follow through4. I will get the facts

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Likes a challenge; Pioneering2. Popular; Persuasive3. Loyal; Reflective4. Analytical; Tactful

Which sounds MOST like YOU?*1. Dauntless; Bold2. Animated; Exuberant3. Agreeable; Approachable4. Orderly; Adaptive

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Authoritative; Influencer2. Enjoys attention; New opportunities3. Avoids; Relaxed4. Goes by the book; Diplomatic

Which sounds MOST like YOU?1. Bottomline organizer; Results oriented2. Creative; Unique3. Trustworthy; Authentic4. High standards; Look to benchmarks

Count your tallies,head to the corner with the most tallies.

What part of DiSC is your

corner?See who leads like you.

1.Dominance

2.Influence

3.Steadiness

4.Conscientiousness

Brainstorm as a group!1.What are your strengths as a leader?

2.What are your weaknesses as a leader?

3.What can your leadership style bring to a group setting?

4.What are your fears as a leader?

5.What snack best represents your leadership type?

Moving forward...●Why is important to know how YOU lead and how others lead?

●Why should you know what your weaknesses are?

●How can you utilize your strengths?

●How can today’s information teach you how to be a follower?

●How can you apply what you’ve learned today in your involvements and everyday life?

“A person’s strengths, when used inappropriately, becomes a weakness.” - Dr. John Geier