Information on reading the C (Conscientiousness) styles, and implications for leadership: Following the steps of people-reading, we learn that someone who tends to be “skeptical and challenging,” and “cautious and reflective,” likely fits the profile of a “C” style. “C” leaders tend to be strong in the areas of Integrity, Self-Impovement planning, and clear Communication, … Read more
Here’s one reason I love DiSC®: you can put it to work immediately. Consider an individual whom you’re having a bit of difficulty connecting with, and you call this a “personality conflict.” Ask yourself: Is the person more fast-paced and outspoken? Or, are they more cautious and reflective?Then ask, is this person more questioning and … Read more
Tabby and Alan discuss the “3 magic words” that help make requests pleasant and keep people engaged.
Matt and Alan talk about the danger of dwelling on things.
Sarah and Alan talk about a technique to cut down on passive-aggressive and/or sarcastic speech from the people around you. Related post: Ignore the Tone
Jayson and Alan discuss: Sometimes leaders need to walk the fine line between consistency and flexibility. Related Post: Grace vs. Enabling
Jayson and Alan discuss how the phrase “…how we do things around here…” can be used to instill a culture. Related post: How we do things around here.
Matt and Alan discuss the ways that interrupting or insisting on having the last word can interfere with a leader’s intention to connect with others. Related posts: Effective leaders stand out: Part one Part two
When we don’t like the way things are, we have three choices on how to deal: adapt, report, or accept. Sarah and Alan discuss.
Jayson and Alan discuss sarcasm, and the way it keeps people guessing. Effective leadership needs to be clear, and be respectful, and there are ways to have a sense of humor that don’t involve sarcasm. Related posts: Sarcasm has no place in leadership Sarcasm keeps you from standing out