DiSC Assessment
The DiSC Assessment is a test that is based on the emotional and behavioral theory of psychologist William Moulton Marston. It is a behavior self-assessment tool to predict job performance.
However, the test may not successfully demonstrate any ability to do so but is just there to provide the employer or examinee with an idea of an individual's tendencies, not absolute characteristics. The assessment should be seen as a snapshot of an individual's tendencies, not a definitive representation of behavior.
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The test is based on the DiSC model, which stands for dominance, influence, steadiness, and conscientiousness. These four dimensions were developed to represent a person's tendencies regarding assertiveness, social skills, stability, and responsibility.
Taking a DiSC Assessment
Sample DiSC Assessment Test in 12 Questions
Dominance
1. When faced with a problem, do you prefer to take charge and find a solution on your own, or do you prefer to work with others and find a solution as a team?
I can do both. But, I prefer to take charge and find a solution on my own.I can do both. But, I prefer working with others to find a solution.
2. Do you like to take risks and try new things?
Yes, I enjoy taking risks and trying new things.No, I prefer a more planned approach.
3. You're the head of a department for a company, and you have to make a major business decision that will affect the entire organization. You have to choose between two options: Option A is a high-risk, high-reward strategy, and Option B is a low-risk, safer-reward strategy.
Option A: I would choose the high-risk, high-reward strategy. I believe that taking risks is necessary to succeed in business, and I'm confident in my ability to make the right decision.Option B: I would choose the low-risk, safer-reward strategy. I think it's important to minimize risk whenever possible, and I prefer to make more cautious and well-thought-out decisions.
Influence
1. In a meeting, do you prefer to:
Speak up and share your ideas, even if they are not fully formed yet.Listen to others and gather information before contributing your own thoughts.
2. In a group project, are you:
The person in charge of rallying the team and keeping everyone motivated.Focused on the details and ensuring everything is done accurately and efficiently.
3. Do you enjoy networking and connecting people?
Yes. That gives me energy.I can. But I prefer to use my other strengths.
Steadiness
1. In a tense situation, most of the time you would:
Take a step back and listen to others before reactingSpeak up to find a solution quickly
2. When working on a team project, do you prefer to:
Work in a team to find a collective solutionBe the leader and coordinate the groups
3. When making decisions, you:
Prefer to ask others and make a collective decisionMake a decision on your own, hoping to be quick and efficient
Conscientiousness
1. In a work setting, you value more:
Precision and accuracyCreativity and flexibility
2. What do you value most when faced with a new task?
Doing research and preparing beforehand.Diving in and handling needed adjustments in the moment.
3. When organizing information, what's most important to you?
Ensure it is thorough and organized
Keep it simple and easy to access
Your dominant personality dimensions are the one or two dimension(s) with the highest total.
Select the dimension below to explore the summarized details about you.
C | Conscientiousness S | Steadiness
A Quick Look at the Different DiSC Dimensions
D- Dominance
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Is a direct, to-the-point person
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Results-oriented
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Strong-willed and goal-oriented
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Enjoy challenges
Careers that involve leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving, such as management, sales, entrepreneurship, finance, and law enforcement.
I- Influence
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Social
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Outgoing and optimistic
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Enjoy being a part of a team
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Shares openly
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Motivates others
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Motivated by social recognition or disapproval
Careers that involve building relationships, persuading others, and working in social settings, such as marketing, public relations, customer service, human resources, and politics.
S- Steadiness
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Team Players and are cooperative and supportive
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They prefer a stable environment
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Often good listeners
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Avoid conflict and changes
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They are patient with a calm approach
Careers that involve teamwork, stability, and a supportive work environment, such as education, healthcare, social work, human resources, and administration.
C- Conscientiousness
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More cautious
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Concerned with results
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Focused on the 'right' details
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Plan ahead
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Accurate
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Fear of being under pressure for immediate decisions
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Fear of social criticism or being wrong
Careers that involve attention to detail, accuracy, and organization, such as accounting, engineering, research, information technology, and quality control.
Most Common DiSC Results
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High D | i
Dominant and Influential: You are often assertive, confident, and outgoing, and you enjoy taking charge and influencing others. You are typically optimistic, enthusiastic, and expressive, and you may be seen as charismatic and persuasive.
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High D | S
Dominant and Steady: You are often strong-willed and driven, but you also have a tendency to be patient and supportive. You may come across as determined and goal-oriented but also empathetic and understanding.
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High D | C
Dominant and Conscientious: You are often results-driven and goal-oriented, and you have a strong sense of personal responsibility. You may be seen as organized, efficient, and focused but demanding and critical.
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High I | S
Influential and Steady: You are often warm, friendly, and easy-going, and you enjoy building relationships and working with others. You may be seen as supportive, patient, and empathetic, and you have a tendency to be diplomatic and cooperative.
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High I | C
Influential and Conscientious: You are often energetic and enthusiastic, but you also have a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail. You may be seen as persuasive, optimistic, and organized, and you enjoy influencing others to achieve results.
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High S | C
Steady and Conscientious: You are often patient, dependable, and hard-working, and you have a strong sense of responsibility. You may be seen as supportive, organized, and detail-oriented, and you enjoy working behind the scenes to help others.
Benefits of a DISC Assessment
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Increases self-awareness and understanding of how you communicate
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Know more about how the person responds to conflict
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What helps to keep you motivated
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What causes the person to have stress
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How you approach problem-solving
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Know how you go about making decisions
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Know how to adapt to your own style to get along better with others
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Inspire team interactions with actionable strategies
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Increase your leadership influences
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Manage your team more effectively by better understanding the priorities and dispositions of your team members
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Build stronger sales skills because you can better identify and respond to customer buying styles