The DISC Insights Blog

Expand your knowledge of DISC with our articles, case studies, and resources

What is DISC?

DISC is a simple model that offers complex insights about relationships, motivation, stress, and communication.

If you’re new to DISC, or looking to fill in a few blanks, start here! Learn the basics of each DISC behavioral style and what the assessment measures. This article covers the key concepts you need to know to get started with DISC.

Learn more about DISC

Peel back the layers of this tool and deepen your understanding. If you are looking for a place to start learning about DISC, begin with our comprehensive guide, “What is DISC?“

What is the most common DISC Style? 2024 Data

Which DiSC Personality Type is The Most Common?

Which DISC Personality Type is The Most Common (and most rare)? Our organization sees tens...

Do DISC Assessment Results Change Over Time?

Should You Retake A DISC Assessment After A Certain Amount of Time? Research shows that...

Common DISC Styles Around the World

DISC Assessment Results Across the World Each year, millions of people worldwide complete a DISC...

DISC Teaches the Platinum Rule. It’s more valuable than the Golden Rule. Here’s why.

Use the Platinum Rule, not the Golden Rule If you are like me, you may...

DISC Profiles of Famous Individuals

Learn the DISC Style of Anyone Without an Assessment Have you ever wondered about the...

What does DISC mean?

You took a DISC Assessment: What does it mean? What is the meaning behind your...

12 DISC Personality Types

A Guide to the 12 DISC Personality Types DISC is a tool for learning about...

William Moulton Marston: Creator of Super Woman, Theorist of D.I.S.C.

William Moulton Marston William Moulton Marston was an inventor, psychologist, and writer. To be successful...

What are the DISC Personality Types?

Learn the DISC Personality Types that were theorized by William Moulton Marston in the 1920s,...

DISC for HR, L&D, and Talent Development

DISC is a perfect tool for Human Resource and Talent Development Professionals. Whether you are seeking a tool for hiring, professional development, leadership development, or team development, these articles will help you understand how to leverage DISC to accomplish your learning goals.

Three Areas DISC Doesn’t Measure

The Three Limitations of What DISC Can Measure Around Communication DISC assessments can decode anyone’s...

Learn the DISC Birds

DISC Birds: A Fun and Memorable DISC Training The DISC Birds assessment takes the insights...

DISC Assessment Training Guide

The Complete Guide to DISC Assessment Trainings DISC Assessment Trainings offer an engaging, fun, and...

How DISC Personality Assessments Are Used in Coaching

DISC & Coaching: Everything You Need to Know Miscommunication is the most common workplace issue....

What companies use DISC Assessments

Here are 10 Companies that Use DISC Assessments (and why they use it) DISC assessments...

DISC and Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

Can DISC help teach emotional intelligence? Behavior and emotions are often discussed in separate conversations and trainings....

Should you use DISC for Hiring?

Learn When and How to Use DISC in the Hiring Process DISC is a simple...

Common Mistakes When Using the DISC Profile

Test your knowledge of DISC. See if you are making these common mistakes when using...

DISC for Professional Development

Relationships are both energizing and depleting. They are energizing when we feel connected and understood. DISC provides an easy-to-understand model for understanding our own preferences and the preferences of others. This premier professional development tool will allow you to work more effectively with anyone. Improve your communication with others and become a better manager, salesperson, or team member.

Does DISC Measure How You Listen?

DISC and Listening Styles The DISC Model is unique because it provides a lot of...

How to use DISC to Prepare for Meetings

Use DISC to Make Meetings Effective Running an effective meeting goes beyond setting goals, creating...

How DISC Personality Assessments Are Used in Coaching

DISC & Coaching: Everything You Need to Know Miscommunication is the most common workplace issue....

Johari Window and DISC

Use DISC and the Johari Window to Find Your Blindspots The Johari Window is a...

The DISC “D” Personality Style Under Pressure and Stress

DISC Styles Under Stress Over the next several weeks I will be writing a series...

DISC Content And DISContent With Your Career

What is important to you in a job or career? During this post, I will...

Self-Discovery, Job and Career Clarity Using The DISC Profile

This week, I received an email the following email: ———————————————————– The other day on the...

DISC for Managers and Leaders

Successful managers and leaders are both self-aware and aware of the needs of those they are leading. They can balance their own needs with the needs of others. DISC provides a key to understanding these areas.

Understanding Manager Communication Styles Through DISC

How DISC Helps Managers Communicate More Effectively

Managers Have Communication Issues: DISC Can Help DISC is an assessment-based tool that promotes self-awareness...

Leadership Assessment Tools

How Leadership Assessment Tools Make Teams Stronger Leadership assessment tools help leaders develop the critical...

DISC Leadership Styles

Learn the Four DISC Leadership Styles The DISC Leadership Styles are based on the DISC...

DISC for Sales and Relationship-based Selling

Great sales people adapt their communication approach to the needs of the customer. They understand that each customer comes to the table with different psychological needs, fears, and stressors. DISC Provides an easy way to identify those areas to improve the sales process and make a more immediate (and positive) impact on the relationship.

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Understanding Customer Psychological Needs

How DISC Identifies Customer Needs Great salespeople understand the psychology of their customers. Earlier this...

What Is The Best DISC Style For Sales Hiring?

I am often asked what is the best DISC Style or DISC personality type for...

Complementary Tools & Assessments

Personality is complex, and DISC only measures one piece of the puzzle (albeit a very noticeable piece!). Check out or collection of additional self-assessments that complement the insights from DISC and can help you and your team learn even more about yourselves.