Best practices for using DiSC

• We like to say "sit with your style."   Meaning get comfortable with your profile  
• Understand what it says.
• We always suggest printing a copy or doing a digital mark up,  underline the things that are totally you, X out the things that are not you, put a question mark ? next to the things you are not sure of.

• Do you stay in your own style?
• Do you meet others where they are in their style?

• Check in with others to confirm the things you are unsure of (remember the profile is not 100% you, it know knows how you answered a set of questions.)

Try connecting with others in their styles; for example,  if you are an I-style and chatting with a D-style flex your communication muscles to connect with them using their preferences.

Have open conversations with your peers on your preferences and learning theirs.

• Clarify Objectives Early: Begin by clearly outlining the goals and objectives of the session. This helps align everyone's expectations and fosters a shared commitment to the process.
• Establish Ground Rules: Create a safe and respectful environment by setting ground rules for engagement. This might include confidentiality, active participation, and respect for diverse perspectives.
• Role of Facilitator: Define your role as a facilitator - guiding discussions, providing insights, and keeping the group focused on objectives.

• Encourage Participation: Use techniques to ensure all voices are heard, such as round-robin sharing, small group discussions, and open questions.
• Foster Respectful Listening: Encourage participants to listen actively and respectfully, valuing each other's contributions as much as their own.
• Handle Conflicts Constructively: Equip yourself with strategies to navigate and mediate conflicts that may arise, turning them into opportunities for growth and learning.

• Use Diverse Formats: Incorporate a mix of activities including discussions, interactive exercises, and self-reflection to cater to different learning styles.
• Apply Real-World Scenarios: Enhance learning by linking DiSC concepts to real-life situations and challenges the team faces.
• Keep Energy High: Plan for breaks, use energizers, and vary activity pacing to maintain engagement and attention throughout the session.

• Develop Action Plans: Guide teams to create actionable plans based on their learnings, with clear steps and accountability for implementing changes.
• Provide Resources: Offer tools, further reading, or follow-up sessions to support ongoing development.
• Set Follow-Up Meetings: Schedule future check-ins to review progress, address new challenges, and reinforce the application of DiSC principles.

• Solicit Feedback: End the session with a feedback mechanism to gauge participants' experiences, learnings, and suggestions for improvement.
• Personal Check-Ins: Consider individual follow-ups to offer personalized support, address specific concerns, or deepen insights.
• Celebrate Progress: Recognize and celebrate the achievements and progress made by the team as they apply DiSC insights to improve their dynamics and performance.

Implementing these best practices will not only enhance the effectiveness of your DiSC-based team or group programs but also ensure a more impactful and transformative experience for all participants.