DISC Profile | Are you compliant? [Part Six]

In part five of this series of DISC Profiling (accessed here), I provided an insight into the Steadiness (S-Style) in your team.

S-styles are steady, calm and laid back. Usually focused on preserving relationships and creating or maintaining peace and harmony. 

Today is all about the individuals who bring Compliance to the team, the C-Style in the DISC Profile.

Want to learn about the DISC profile and the other styles? Here’s a bunch of articles to help you navigate this amazing communication tool:

1. DISC Profile | Explained
   
2. DISC Profile | How-To
   
3. DISC Profile | Dominant
   
4. DISC Profile | Influencer
   
5. DISC Profile | Steady
   
6. DISC Profile | Compliant (this article)

C: is for COMPLIANT

And will you succeed?

Yes, you will indeed!

(98 and 3/4 percent, guaranteed!)

~ Dr. Seuss

C-styles are the most analytical of the four behavioural styles.  

Being of a slower pace and more focused on the task, people high in “C” are more introverted, reserved, and task-oriented. They tend to be cautious, calculating, competent, contemplative, and careful. They are typically analytical, detail-oriented, and intentional. They value precision and have inquisitive natures, often appearing critical by asking many questions. 

C-styles can be very detailed-oriented, focusing on facts, information and proofs. They are comfortable working alone and are the most reserved of the four styles. C-styles are logical and methodical in their approach.

C-styles are cautious and compliant with their own high standards. Their emphasis is to work with the existing circumstances to ensure the quality of the product or service. 

C-styles make sure that everything works the way it should. As a result, C-styles are good in ensuring quality control.

For example, words such as “follows rules” and “careful” and “formal” can be viewed as somewhat negative adjectives by individuals who are not C-styles.

However, strong C styles are actually very comfortable with these adjectives. In fact, they may be quite proud that they possess these behavioural traits.

Typical Characteristics

Individuals who have both Reserved and Task-oriented traits often exhibit CAUTIOUS and CAREFUL behaviours. 

They usually focus on facts, rules, and correctness. 

C-styles place an emphasis on working conscientiously within existing circumstances to ensure quality and accuracy.

A person with a C-style:

• is motivated by opportunities to gain knowledge, show their expertise, and do quality work.
  
• prioritizes ensuring accuracy, maintaining stability, and challenging assumptions.
  
• is described as careful, cautious, systematic, diplomatic, accurate and tactful.
  
• may be limited by being overcritical, overanalysing and isolating themselves.
  
• may fear criticism and being in the wrong.
  
• values quality and accuracy.

Tips for Recognising an “C” in the Workplace:

Goals:

• unique accomplishments
  
• correctness
  
• Stability
  
• predictable accomplishments
  
• personal growth

May need to expend more energy to:

• let go of and delegate tasks
  
• compromise for the good of the team
  
• join in social events and celebrations
  
• make quick decisions

Communication Tips:

When communicating with the C-style individual, focus on facts and details; minimise “pep talk” or emotional language; be patient, persistent and diplomatic.

Conclusion

Remember, DISC is an awareness tool. For self and those around you. Effective communicators are incredibly influential and successful in everything they do. If you believe you are Compliant or work with someone Compliant, this article provides insight into what to identify and how to adjust to becoming more effective in your communication.

If you’re a Compliant leader, consider how your behavioural biases could impact your team positively and negatively. Remember to adjust to get the most out of the people around you.

If your leader is Compliant, adjust your communication to suit their style to increase your rapport and influence!