A Brief History of the DISC Model The foundation for the DISC model comes from the work of a Harvard psychologist named Dr. William Moulton Marston in the 1920's. He developed a theory that people tend to develop a self-concept based on one of four factors — Dominance, Inducement, Steadiness, or Compliance. Marston’s theories form the basis on which DISC assessments and reports are built. The … [Continue Reading...]
DISC FAQ’s
Can More Than One Style Describe Me?
One of the most frequently asked questions we get goes something like this: "DISC, D-I-S-C am I only one of these things? Can I be more than one of these styles?" And, the answer is: Yes. Here's a key point: The DISC model describes patterns of behavior. It doesn't … [Read More...]
Can I Change My Personality Style on Purpose?
When people ask us about the DISC model, DISC assessments, and how to apply the information, they often wonder: "Can I change my personality style, my DISC profile, on purpose?" The short answer is that you probably can't change your basic (also called natural or internal) … [Read More...]
Effective Communication Skills
A Critical Skill for Mastering Communication: Understanding Others
What would you say if I said that most of the people with whom you interact do not see, hear, think about, feel towards, or interpret things the same way that you do? I’m guessing you would tell me that I had just stated the obvious. You probably recognize the differences between people. You might […]