Ep #72: Decoding Your Colleagues: Your Workplace Playbook

Have you ever had that colleague who just does not understand what you’re trying to say? 

You think you’re communicating clearly, but it falls on deaf ears.

Miscommunication can be one of the biggest barriers to success in the workplace, and I know firsthand how frustrating this can be. So today, I’m giving you a workplace playbook that will help you decode and understand your colleagues, boss, friends and even yourself a whole lot better.

If you’ve been around here for a while, you will have heard me talking about the DISC model.

This is a powerful assessment tool that looks at people's innate personalities, and by using it we can unlock the secrets to effective communication and high-functioning teams.

In this episode, we’ll dive into the four different behavioural tendencies or personality types: 

1. Dominance (D)
2. Influence (I)
3. Steadiness (S)
4. Conscientiousness (C) 

Each type brings something unique to the table, with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Dominant individuals are fast-paced, results-driven leaders, while Influencers excel at communication and building relationships. Steady people are great listeners and team players, while Conscientious individuals are analytical and detail-oriented.

By understanding these personality types, we can gain valuable insight into how others think, interpret information and what motivates them. This awareness allows us to tailor our communication to the needs of each individual, improving collaboration and creating more effective teams. 

Believe me - by the end of this episode, you’ll start applying this model to everyone you know - including yourself! So join me today and learn how you can begin to create much-needed synergy between yourself and those around you.

With a bit of understanding, and a bit of tweaking and work, we can actually create a much easier, natural, open flow to ensure that everyone is on the same page.