What Star Trek character are you the most like? And what character could you NEVER work with? In this presentation, writer Joseph Dickerson discuses how the DiSC personality profile system can be used to understand what Trek character aligns best with your personality. He’ll also provide insights on how you can use this information to work with people more effectively!

1. Joseph Dickerson
@josephdickerson

2. Introduction
(“Who’s this guy?”)

3. Introduction
(“Who’s this guy?”)

4. Introduction
(“Who’s this guy?”)

5. Bones Slide

6. DISC

8. DISC stands for
• Dominant
• Inspirational http://www.actionmembers.com/
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• Steady
• Cautious• Cautious
• Accurate
• Analytical
• Contemplative

9. DominantLeader. Determined. Decider. Takes Risks. Expects Results.

10. DominantLeader. Determined. Decider. Takes Risks. Expects Results.

11. Influencer
Communicator. Creative. Talker. Optimistic.
Captures your attention.

12. Influencer
Communicator. Creative. Talker. Optimistic.
Captures your attention.

13. SteadySupportive. Values relationships. Likes routine.
Wants stability.

14. SteadySupportive. Values relationships. Likes routine.
Wants stability.

15. Cautious
(or Conscientious)
Methodical. Analytical. Wants facts and details.
Organizes things.

16. Cautious
(or Conscientious)
Methodical. Analytical. Wants facts and details.
Organizes things.

17. DISC Profiles
(aka “Patterns”)
• There are standard DISC personality types that
are based on the different “mix” of the key
personality traits

19. High “D”s

20. Results Oriented and
Developer
Results Oriented type people
take control, tend to be direct,
and feel restrained by
restrictions and rules
A Developer is a self-interested
problem solver who is likes
things to go their way.

21. Inspirational and Creative
People who align to the
Inspirational profile tend to be
persuasive, charming and want
to influence collaboration and
rewards.
Creative types tend to be
ambitious and focus on creating
new things and affecting change -
They can sometimes be
emotionally immature.

22. High “I”s

23. Promoter and Persuader
Promoter types thrive at social
events, meetings and are
extremely expressive. They like
to talk… a lot.
People who's personality align to
the Persuader profile worth with
and through people to
accomplish their objectives.
They are “closers”.

24. Appraiser and Counselor
Appraisers are strong
communicators who are direct,
take initiative when they need to
and are adaptable.
Counselors are relationship
builders, empathetic and
tolerant. They are good
coaches, calm and serene.

25. High “S”s

26. Achiever and Agent
Achiever types are independent,
confident, and responsible. They
keep looking for new pursuits
and have a strong sense of
justice.
People whose personalities align
with the Agent pattern are kind
and generous, like to be a
member of a team and think of
others first.

27. Specialist and Achiever
Specialists are loyal friends,
patient and considerate and
ready to help. They seek to
create a peaceful happy
environment.
Achievers fight for equality and
justice, and have a strong sense
of personal accountability. They
are fiercely loyal.

28. High “C”s

29. Objective Thinker and
Perfectionist
Objective Thinkers are very
focused on accuracy - they use
facts to make decisions and act.
They are precise and efficient.
Perfectionists are process
thinkers and focused on quality -
they are deliberate and patient.

30. Practitioner
Practitioners enjoy being a team
member and helping others
succeed. They prefer a
supportive role, and would
rather not be the leader. They
don’t want to be held
accountable for major decisions
or taking risks.

31. How you can apply this...
• Who are you like?
• Who do you not get along with?
• Why do you get along with the people to get
along with?
• What personality traits do you want to improve?

32. !
http://www.123test.com/disc-personality-test/
Test yourself

33. Thanks!
Joseph Dickerson
@josephdickerson