DiSC provides a nonjudgmental language for exploring behavioral issues across four primary dimensions. Below is a description of the 4 behavioral styles and famous people that fit into each one.
Dominance: Direct and Decisive. D's are strong-willed, strong-minded people who like accepting challenges, taking action, and getting immediate results.
- Hilary Clinton
- Robert DeNiro
- Michael Jordan
- Scarlett O'Hara
- Jerry Seinfeld
- Barbara Walters
Influence: Optimistic and Outgoing. I's are "people people" who like participating on teams, sharing ideas, and energizing and entertaining others.
- Andre Agassi
- Tony Danza
- Richard Prior
- Will Smith
- Robin Williams
- Oprah Winfrey
Steadiness: Sympathetic and Cooperative. S's are helpful people who like working behind the scenes, performing in consistent and predictable ways, and being good listeners.
- Charlie Brown
- Barbara Bush
- Jimmy Carter
- Ted Danson
- John Denver
- Michael J Fox
Conscientiousness: Concerned and Correct. C's are sticklers for quality and like planning ahead, employing systematic approaches, and checking and re-checking for accuracy.
- Tom Brokaw
- Colombo
- Kevin Costner
- Bill Gates
- Allen Greenspan
- Diane Sawyer
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