Guestimate One's Style By Asking Two Easy Questions Short of formally assessing individuals, which I'm always happy to help with (of course), the best way to guestimate someone's DiSC style is to do the following. First, consider a specific person in your mind. Take a moment to really think about them, their demeanor, behavior, essence, etc. Get a totality of the person in your mind. Once you've got that, you can guesstimate what their style might be by doing the following. Ask yourself …
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Private + Reserved People: Three No-Fail Strategies for Connecting With Them
Once again, this week I am connecting with you in a "Dear-Abby-Style." The below is an *actual* question from a reader. I answered her question through the lens of what I believe to be one of the most powerful tools out there for creating better professional relationships--DiSC! If you'd like me to address a professional relationship question of yours (anonymously), simply email me at chariti@charitigent.com. All questions are welcome! Dear Chariti: I have a new team member on my …
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Dear Chariti: Passive Aggressive Client Sets Off My Alarm
As promised, this week I am connecting with you in a "Dear-Abby-Style." The below is an *actual* question from a reader about a client she views is treating her passive-aggressively...and it's annoying! I answered her question through the lens of what I believe can help create better professional relationships--one relationship at a time. If you'd like me to address a professional relationship question of yours (anonymously), simply email me at chariti@charitigent.com. All questions are …
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Conflict At Work: How To Deal with a Tough-Minded, Forceful Colleague When You Disagree
Ever wonder how to interact in a workplace conflict with a tough-minded, forceful colleague? It can be intimidating, challenging, and feel downright impossible at times. Tough-minded and forceful behaviors manifest most directly in people who tend to be blunt, highly task-oriented, and uber-assertive. These folks seem to know exactly what to say to justify their point of view, and they don't back down easily from their version of the truth. Do you know someone like this? In the world of …
4 Strategies for Working With a Highly Detail-Oriented (C Style) Boss or Manager
Photo Credit: Talenta Blog - Human Resources Today I am married to a High C style manager. Aside from my own iS style, this is the style I probably know and understand the best. My husband says he can sum up the C style by this little quip: I was having a great day, and then...people. Allow me to further spotlight what the C style is all about. C's are task-oriented and logical individuals. They place a high priority on accuracy, stability, and challenge. For them, "being right" is not …
