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Activities Suitable For DiSC
Activities Suitable For DiSC
Activities Suitable For DiSC
1. Review DiSC Styles: Before the session, remind participants of the four DiSC styles
(Dominant, Influential, Steady, Conscientious) and their key characteristics.
2. Choose Breakout Room Topics: Select brainstorming topics that encourage
participants to leverage their DiSC styles. Here are some ideas:
3. Assign Breakout Rooms: Consider grouping participants by DiSC style for some
topics (e.g., Strengths Identification) For others (e.g., Communication Strategies), mix
up the styles to encourage diverse perspectives.
1. Introduce the Activity: Briefly explain the brainstorming topic and the importance
of considering DiSC styles in their approach.
2. Set Ground Rules: Establish time limits and encourage active participation within
each breakout room.
3. Facilitate Breakout Rooms: Circulate between breakout rooms virtually, offering
guidance if needed. You can also use the platform's chat function to send quick
prompts or questions to stimulate discussion.
4. Time Management: Ensure each breakout room has enough time to brainstorm
effectively, but keep an eye on the clock to avoid exceeding the allotted time.
1. Share Key Points: Have a representative from each breakout room share their key
points and solutions. Encourage discussion on how these strategies can be applied in
real-world scenarios.
2. Summarize and Conclude: Summarize the main takeaways from the brainstorming
session and connect them back to the overall DiSC training objectives.
Additional:
Variety is Key: Mix up question formats (multiple choice, true/false, open-ended) to keep
participants engaged.
Use a Timer: Set a timer for each question to keep everyone engaged.
Knowledge Check Quiz: Offer a short quiz that revisits key concepts covered
throughout the training. This reinforces their learning and assesses knowledge
retention.
Outcomes:
Improved Application: By analysing behaviours in context, participants learn to identify
DiSC styles in action, allowing them to better understand colleagues and navigate workplace
dynamics.
Problem-Solving Skills: Scenario-based quizzes encourage participants to think critically
about how different DiSC styles might approach a situation, fostering problem-solving skills
in a team environment.
Retention and Recall: Actively applying knowledge to scenarios strengthens memory and
improves recall of DiSC concepts compared to passive learning methods.
Example: Scenario 1:
During a brainstorming session, a team member consistently interrupts others with their ideas
and pushes for their preferred solution without considering alternatives.
(a) D (Dominant)
(b) I (Influence)
(c) S (Steadiness)
(d) C (Conscientiousness)
Explanation: The answer is (a) D (Dominant). D styles tend to be decisive and action-
oriented, sometimes coming across as forceful or interrupting others to drive results.
Scenario 2:
A team is tasked with developing a new marketing campaign. One team member
meticulously researches competitor strategies, analyses data trends, and proposes a well-
defined plan with clear timelines and deliverables.
(a) D (Dominant)
(b) I (Influence)
(c) S (Steadiness)
(d) C (Conscientiousness)
Scenario 3:
A team is facing a conflict between two members with differing approaches. One member
focuses on maintaining harmony within the group and avoids voicing strong opinions that
might cause friction.
(a) D (Dominant)
(b) I (Influence)
(c) S (Steadiness)
(d) C (Conscientiousness)
Explanation: The answer is (c) S (Steadiness). S styles value cooperation and prioritize team
harmony. They might avoid confrontation to maintain a peaceful environment.
Scenario 4:
A team leader is presenting a new project proposal to a group of stakeholders. They use
storytelling and enthusiastic language to capture the audience's attention and generate
excitement for the project.
(a) D (Dominant)
(b) I (Influence)
(c) S (Steadiness)
(d) C (Conscientiousness)
Materials:
Structure:
Introduction:
Briefly explain the DiSC model and its four styles (Dominant, Influential,
Steady, Conscientious).
Ask an icebreaker question: "Have you heard of DiSC before? If so, how?"
Wrap-up: