This lecture was presented at the 2016 Florida International University 13th Annual Leadership Summit. DiSC is a personality test that shows one which type of personality they lead with. Unlike usual personality tests about how you are as a person, DiSC teaches you more about your strengths and weaknesses as a leader. This presentation will show you how to apply your leadership roles to team situations.

1. DiSC: How do YOU
lead?
Daniel Tovar & Maytal Maor

2. Who are we?
Daniel Tovar
Senior, Psychology Major
Fraternity Man
2015-2016 Peer Leadership Consultant (Lead
Team)
2015 Relay for Life Sponsorship Chair
2014 Panther Camp Facilitator

3. Who are we?
Maytal Maor
Senior, Marketing & Human Resource
Management double major
Sorority Woman
Course Hero Business Development Intern
2015 Panther Camp Facilitator
2013-2015 Resident Assistant

4. Overview
The basics of this session
● What is DiSC?
● Why are we doing this?
● How can we move forward
from here?

5. What is DiSC?
● The DiSC is a simple but elegant model used to describe human behavior.
● Unlike usual personality tests about who you are as a person, DiSC teaches
you your strengths and weaknesses as a leader.
● After taking the assessment, participants are split into one of four personality
types.

6. You will now participate in DiSC.

7. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Courageous; Adventurous
2. Trusting; Enthusiastic
3. Agreeable; Accommodating
4. Tolerant; Respectful

8. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Innovative; Visionary
2. Sociable; Congenial
3. Peacemaker; Negotiator
4. Reserved; Withdrawn

9. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Focused; Goal-Oriented
2. Encourage others; Stimulating
3. Team Player; Accommodating
4. Precise; Accurate

10. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Stand up to opposition; Right (correct)
2. Tell my side of the story; Want to be heard
3. Complacent; Keeps feelings inside
4. Sensitive; Becomes frustrated

11. Which sounds MOST like YOU?*
1. Fast paces; High Spirited
2. Talkative; Charismatic
3. Seeks balance; Calm
4. Orderly; Follows the rules

12. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Anxious; Hurried
2. Emotional; Impulsive
3. Dependable; Persistence
4. Systematic; Time management

13. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Blunt; Overbearing
2. Unrealistic; Overcommitted
3. Complacent; Resists change
4. Detached; Too careful

14. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. A good delegator
2. A good encourager
3. A good listener
4. A good analyzer

15. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Forceful; Driven
2. Optimistic; Charismatic
3. Cooperative; Let’s do it together
4. Accuracy counts; Precise

16. Which sounds MOST like YOU?*
1. Will buy on impulse; Decisive
2. Will spend on what I want; Selfish
3. Will wait to buy; Patient
4. Will do without; Self-controlled

17. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Demanding; Domineering
2. Impulsive; Emotional
3. Non-confrontational; Predictable
4. Calculating; Overload with details

18. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Unafraid; Independent
2. Carefree; Lacks caution
3. Kind; Cordial
4. Reserved; Cautious restraint

19. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Recognition; Seeks advancement
2. Venturesome; Audacious
3. Dependable; Good listener
4. Conscientious; Plans for future

20. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Challenges the rules; Daring
2. Rules make it boring; Restless
3. Rules make it safe; Security
4. Rules make it fair; Justice

21. Which sounds MOST like YOU?*
1. Likes awards; Accomplishments
2. Enjoys socials; Group gatherings
3. Wants to be safe; Unthreatened
4. Continues education; Cultured

22. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Take charge; Direct approach
2. Outgoing; Enthusiastic
3. Consistent; Thorough
4. Cautious; Calculating

23. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Competitive; Argumentative
2. Excitable; Cheerful
3. Supporter; Advocate
4. Methodical; Exact

24. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. I will lead them
2. I will persuade them
3. I will follow through
4. I will get the facts

25. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Likes a challenge; Pioneering
2. Popular; Persuasive
3. Loyal; Reflective
4. Analytical; Tactful

26. Which sounds MOST like YOU?*
1. Dauntless; Bold
2. Animated; Exuberant
3. Agreeable; Approachable
4. Orderly; Adaptive

27. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Authoritative; Influencer
2. Enjoys attention; New opportunities
3. Avoids; Relaxed
4. Goes by the book; Diplomatic

28. Which sounds MOST like YOU?
1. Bottomline organizer; Results oriented
2. Creative; Unique
3. Trustworthy; Authentic
4. High standards; Look to benchmarks

29. Count your
tallies,
head to the
corner with the
most tallies.

30. What part of
DiSC is your
corner?
See who leads like you.
1. Dominance
2. Influence
3. Steadiness
4. Conscientiousness

31. Brainstorm as a group!
1. What are your strengths as a leader?
2. What are your weaknesses as a leader?
3. What can your leadership style bring to a group setting?
4. What are your fears as a leader?
5. What snack best represents your leadership type?

33. Moving forward...
● Why is important to know how YOU lead and how others lead?
● Why should you know what your weaknesses are?
● How can you utilize your strengths?
● How can today’s information teach you how to be a follower?
● How can you apply what you’ve learned today in your involvements and
everyday life?

34. “A person’s strengths, when used
inappropriately, becomes a
weakness.” - Dr. John Geier