{"id":11980,"date":"2021-07-16T13:12:11","date_gmt":"2021-07-16T13:12:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ipbpartners.eu\/?p=11980"},"modified":"2026-02-18T12:39:29","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T12:39:29","slug":"how-disc-can-help-in-team-meetings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ipbpartners.eu\/en\/how-disc-can-help-in-team-meetings\/","title":{"rendered":"How DiSC can help in team meetings?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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As working life gets increasingly busy and many teams work together from distance, meetings might be the only chance we have to really \u201cconnect\u201d with our coworkers. But the truth is, running productive meetings (both in-person and virtual) that leave people feeling clear, comfortable, and understood, can be a challenge. How to make the most of meetings in your organization through understanding everyone\u2019s work styles?<\/p>\n

We really liked the tips given in Dori Meinert\u2019s article on SHRM.org,\u00a0\u201c7 Steps to Running Better Meetings.\u201d<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0Some of these include limiting the number of participants (fewer than eight is ideal) and making sure everyone gets a chance to participate. An HBR article with a similar topic,\u00a0\u201cWhy Your Meetings Stink\u2014and What to Do About It\u201d<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0by Steven G. Rogelberg, echoes Meinert\u2019s sentiments while providing more reasoning behind the action steps you can take to give your meeting culture a 180\u00b0. \u201cBefore you hold a meeting, force yourself to make deliberate choices. First, know exactly why you\u2019re convening and define your goals to set the stage for achieving them,\u201d Rogelberg writes. \u201cThis process may include asking others to suggest agenda items, which not only promotes relevance but also increases ownership and engagement. If you don\u2019t have a clear mission or a list of agenda items, you should probably cancel.\u201d<\/p>\n

These tips are sincerely helpful, but we think something is missing from the equation of\u00a0x + y = better meetings<\/em>. So how can meetings be more engaging and productive?<\/p>\n

A personality assessment like DiSC\u00ae can help to bridge the gap between employees and optimal workplace communication, which is often put to the test in situations like team meetings. Knowing your own DiSC style, and those of your coworkers, enables you to adapt your communication style\u2014and even your meeting structure\u2014to work well for everyone involved. If you\u2019re leading a meeting and know ahead of time who likes to make decisions quickly and who needs more time, you\u2019ll have more information to plan the conversation and share information at the right time.<\/p>\n

Knowing what we know about DiSC styles, here are some of our tips (updated for virtual working environments) for creating meetings that feel like a productive use of everyone\u2019s time:<\/p>\n

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Of course, everyone is unique, and the above example is not suitable for all. Each DiSC profile is highly personalized, resulting in a completely authentic user experience for each individual. For example, people with blended DiSC styles, like an iD, may require a detailed agenda but love<\/em>\u00a0having spirited discussions with colleagues! Likewise, someone with an S-style may prioritize \u201caction\u201d like their D and i-style co-workers, which gives them some more assertive qualities not common of most other S-styles. This is why the DiSC assessment is so valuable: you\u2019re able to better understand (and appreciate!) your co-workers in ways you hadn\u2019t necessarily thought about before.<\/p>\n

Who tends to be enthusiastic? Who\u2019s doubtful? Who will jump in and offer their views? DiSC helps everyone understand each other\u2019s priorities, capitalize on strengths, and minimize less useful tendencies. In the age of the rapidly changing workplace, where company culture is more important than ever before, locating pain points (oftentimes, meetings and meeting culture) can help evaluate your organization\u2019s strengths and weaknesses. Leveraging a tool like DiSC can help identify and fix these pain points, leading to a more desirable work environment for everyone.<\/p>\n

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