Navigating Leadership with the DISC Flow® ‘Inspiring Leader’ I-Type Team Leader – ep 182
Navigating Leadership with the DISC Flow® ‘Inspiring Leader’ I-Type Leader
In this episode of the Vet Staff Podcast, the focus is placed on the dynamic and influential DISC ‘Inspiring Leader‘ Type Leader, which aligns with the -Influence I-Type personality within the DISC framework.
Host, Julie South (Certified DISC Flow® Trainer and Resilience Coach) delves into how understanding of these different personality frameworks is pivotal in amplifying leadership efficacy and elevating team performance.
Julie looks at how each of the different DISC personality types (D, I, S, C) interact as team members, with an Inspiring Leader (I-Type).
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Key questions answered about DISC Flow® I-Type “Inspiring Leaders” include
- How does a Dominance D-Type personality work collaboratively with an ‘Inspiring Leader’?
- What strategies can Influence I-Type individuals use to complement the enthusiasm of Inspiring Leaders?
- In what ways do Steadiness S-Type personalities provide balance within teams led by Inspiring Leaders?
- How can Compliance C-Type personalities contribute to the precision and analytical needs of an Inspiring Leader’s enthusiasm and passionate people focus?
- What are the best practices for ‘Inspiring Leaders’ to interact with and lead other personality types effectively?
Vet Staff Podcast episode 182 offers valuable insights for veterinary professionals in leadership positions to become more “DISC Flow® Aware”. This is an educational episode for leaders who are looking to refine their leadership skills or better understand the interplay of different personalities in a team setting.
Navigating Team Dynamics: The Impact of DISC Profiles Under a “Dynamic Leader”
In the realm of team dynamics, the interplay between various DISC personality types and an ‘InspiringLeader‘ can be both complex and fascinating.
As Julie South continues with the 8-part series on Vet Staff Podcast on DISC Personality Types of leadership, she covers with the distinctive traits of the Dynamic Leader and how D, I, S, and C types can find their place and thrive under such leadership.
What is DISC?
DISC is a science-backed assessment tool identifying four basic personality types – Dominance, Influential, Steady, and Compliance – based on behaviours, communication tendencies, and work preferences.
When a veterinary clinic understands the DISC personality styles present within their clinic communication, alignment, and conflict reduction are just some of the many benefits they’ll experience as a result.
Primary DISC Personality Types
Dominance: Decisive, results-driven, assertive, thrives on challenges
Influential: Outgoing, enthusiastic, persuasive, energised by collaboration
Steady: Patient, reliable, cooperative, values consistency
Compliance: Analytical, precise, detail-oriented, values quality
Benefits of being “DISC-Aware”:
- Improved self-awareness: Leaders understand their innate strengths, blind spots and leadership style
- Clearer communication: Tailor messaging to resonate with different personalities
- Stronger teamwork: Optimise roles based on natural tendencies
- Reduced conflict: Pinpoint potential friction areas between styles
The Charismatic Energiser – understanding the Influence I-Type – DISC Flow® Personality Profiling
Central to the ‘Charismatic Energiser’ profile is the I (Influence) personality type – people who are charismatic, enthusiastic, motivational and high energy. You have a black belt in getting people on your team with your charm and people skills.
If this is you – you excel in vibrant environments where you can involve everyone on your team towards ambitious visions of the future.
Your passionate communication style inspires others to join you because you paint a positive future and vision.
However, your drive for collegiality and collaboration may conflict with team members who prefer in-depth analysis, a more methodical progress and less fluffy team building that you might be happy with. You looooove people – sometimes risking the analysis and research that will prevent rushing into things that could come back later to bite you.
Key Questions Answered about DISC-Flow (R) I-type INSPIRING LEADERS
Inspiring leaders, characterised by their I-type profile in the DISC framework, are known for their outgoing, enthusiastic, and optimistic nature.
They excel in motivating teams with their infectious energy and passion. They can captivate just about anyone’s attention with compelling visions for the future.
Their charismatic leadership style is bolstered by an innate ability to encourage collaboration, collegiality and build positive relationships, all while maintaining a focus on possibilities and celebrating team wins.
Navigating Team Dynamics: The Impact of DISC Profiles Under an “Inspiring Leader”
Working under an inspiring leader can be a thrilling experience for many, as their high energy and positivity can significantly boost team morale.
However, the impact on team dynamics can vary depending on the DISC profiles of individual team members.
While some may thrive under such leadership, others may find the lack of concrete planning and excessive focus on socialising a challenge to productivity.
How the Dominance D-type: The Assertive Executor Relates to the Inspiring Leader
Individuals with a Dominance D-type profile admire the ambition and vision of inspiring leader. However, they may become impatient with excessive socialising and lack of decisive action.
They value clear goals and swift execution over relationship building and may feel frustrated when these aren’t prioritised.
How the Influence I-type: The Enthusiastic Promoter Rates to the Inspiring Leader
Those with an Influence I-type profile naturally align with inspiring leaders due to their shared emphasis on collegiality and acknowledgment.
However, the risk lies in becoming too engrossed in the leader’s charisma, potentially leading to a loss of focus on concrete tasks and responsibilities.
How the Steadiness S-type: The Cooperative Stabilizer Relates to the Inspiring Leader
Steadiness S-type individuals appreciate their leader’s focus on people and teamwork but may cringe at public acknowledgment and the lack of solid plans.
They prefer working towards goals at a steady pace and may struggle with a leadership style that emphasises rapid change and big visions without concrete planning.
How the Compliance C-type: The Diligent Analyst Relates to the Inspiring Leader
Compliance C-type team members value data and evidence-based planning. They may relate well to an inspiring leader’s people-focused approach but can become frustrated when decisions are made based on passion rather than facts, or when potential risks are overlooked in favour of positivity.
How to Leverage the Strengths of the Inspiring Leader
To leverage an inspiring leader’s strengths, it’s crucial to balance their enthusiasm with structured planning.
Encouraging them to set clear action steps and delegate effectively can help ensure that their vision is translated into tangible results.
Additionally, creating an environment where each team member’s preferred working style is acknowledged can lead to more productive outcomes.
Embrace the Inspiring Leader Within
Embracing the Inspiring Leader within involves harnessing your natural charisma and enthusiasm. At the same time you also need to develop an awareness of the diverse needs within your team.
It’s about striking a balance between motivating others through positivity and ensuring that goals are met through actionable plans.
When you do this, your Inspiring Leadership style will harness your potential to lead your team to success.
How to become DISC-Aware
The first step in having DISC Flow® Personality Type Awareness at your clinic is inviting each team member to complete a DISC Flow® Personality Assessment. This takes approximately 20 minutes and is done online.
Once everyone has completed their assessment Julie will conduct a fun, interactive workshop where your team will experience many “ah-ha” moments – where the penny drops and each team member can finally understand why some people press their buttons and why they get along with others like the proverbial house on fire.
Julie is happy to chat about any of the above with you:
Phone – from within New Zealand: 0800 483 869
Phone – from outside New Zealand: +6427 282 4155
WhatsApp: +6427 282 4155
Email: julie at vetstaff dot co dot nz
Timestamps in this episode
Other Vet Staff Podcast Episodes Worth Listening to
ep 180 – Navigating Leadership with a DISC “Commanding” Type Leader
ep 181 – Navigating Leadership with a DISC “Dynamic” Type Leader
ep 39 – 12 Statements Low EQ People Make
ep 40 – Emotional Intelligence – 6 Ways to Lead as an Emotionally Intelligent Leader
ep 145 – Exploring Social Intelligence – A Key to Personal and Professional Development
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