DiSC is a model of human behavior that helps to understand "why people do what they do." The dimensions of Dominance, influencing, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness make up the model and interact with other factors to describe human behavior.

Each of us has developed a distinct way of thinking, feeling and acting which becomes our behavioral style. Our unique patterns distinguish us from one another, and express our individual identities just like our thumbprint. Each DiSC style has great strengths, and potential limitations if overused.

DiSC provides individuals with valuable feedback information that will enhance personal and professional effectiveness. Become "people smart" - by learning to understand yourself and others better.

The true essence of DiSC is learning about behavioral diversity and Emotional Intelligence.    Individuals can learn to adapt their behavior, and move from judging those who are different from themselves to honoring, valuing and respecting others.

It is practicing the three A's of Enlightenment:
Acknowledge, Accept and Appreciate differences.

"Different = Different - Different isn't wrong."  

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Q:     Who created the DiSC Model?

A:      The original DiSC model was originally based on the 1928 work of Dr. William Moulton Marston at Columbia University.   

The four quadrant behavioral model was developed to examine the behavior of individuals within their environmentally specific situation.   DiSC looks at behavioral styles and behavioral preferences.  It was Marston's 1928 book,
"The Emotions of Normal People," which introduced the DiSC model to the public.  Marston, a contemporary of Carl Jung, defined four categories of human behavior style, type, or temperament which are Dominance, Influence (Inducement), Stability (Submission) and Compliant, Conscientious or Caution.   Marston used compliance.

Even though Marston developed the D.I.S.C model, the DISC test or assessment, to prove his theory of the emotions of people within their environment, he never copyrighted his disc profile test.   Thus DISC is available in the public domain.

Later, the work of Marston was researched and updated by Dr. John Geier and Inscape Publishing at the University of Minnesota. The DiSC model and its complimentary assessment tools have helped over 50 million people in 20+ languages over the last 40 years.

As an added bit of trivia, Marston is known in many circles for his work in developing the lie detector test.  He was also the creator, writer and producer of "Wonder Woman" which introduced into comic strips, the role model of a strong female.

Q:     Do I need to be Certified to teach DiSC?

A:     No, DiSC Certification is not required.

We at Profiles4u believe ... that you, our customers are capable of presenting DiSC and other profiles without us. We provide the resources, tools, and training if necessary, and you do the delivery. We respect your abilities, experience, training skills, and your insight about your industry and your organization. You are invited to customize the materials to fit your needs.

DiSC is self-administering, self-scoring and self-interpreting; it is not a test, you cannot pass or fail,  there are no bad profiles, and no wrong answers.

With the new Everything DiSC Facilitation System, your work is done for you. It is the most powerful tool every built to help you succeed with DiSC.
It is a one-of-its-kind facilitation system for ALL of the DiSC Based products, including DiSC Preview, DiSC Action Planners, DiSC Classic, DiSC PPSS, and more. It provides all the answers for the users of the new ONLINE EPIC-based DiSC profiles. Everything DiSC includes our ENTIRE DiSC product line.

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Note:     If you are an experiential learner, DiSC Train The Trainer (TTT) classes are available. Our Train The Trainer (TTT) is a DiSC Certification as a measure of knowledge of the DiSC instrument from Inscape Publishing, (Formerly Carlson Learning Company & Performax).   Upon completion of the our TTT requirements you will receive a Certificate of Accomplishment for completing the process.  See home page Menu Bar for TTT information. 

Q:  Can I use the DiSC for Hiring Purposes?

A:    No. The DiSC is not predictive.

It does not precisely determine job fit, job fitness, or success. Instead, it describes one's work behavior patterns, style, traits, or type. Use DiSC to manage performance after a person is hired.

Q:   Do all D's, i's, S's and C's behave the same way?

A:    NO!

A person's observable behavior is dependent on the unique combination of styles that they tend to use. The most productive use of DiSC information is to learn about the DiSC Classical Patterns. There are 15 possible combinations of behavior. There is generally a primary style, and a secondary style.   It is the combination of styles that makes us all unique.

Q:   Why is the "i" in DiSC printed in lower case?

A:    For you curious, high C styles, the lower case "i" in DiSC is an Inscape, trademark - originally a printers error.   Being flexible and adaptable, Inscape, Carlson Learning Company, Performax decided to copyright the mistake and create their version of DiSC, using the small i.  If your version doesn't have a lower case "i" it is not from Inscape.

Q:   Why Choose DiSC by Inscape?

Q:       Which instruments should I use when?

A:       Click here for DiSC Comparison Guide

DiSC is a registered trademark of Inscape Publishing, Inc.
(Formerly Carlson Learning Company or Performax)
The Inscape Profile is sometimes referred to as:  D.i.S.C. The DiSC Communication Styles Profile, The "DiSC Test," or The DiSC Tests, The DiSC Personal Profile System, The DiSC "blue book," DiSC Booklet, DiSC "Blue Booklet", DiSC Personality Profile Test, DiSC Quiz, DiSC Survey, Disc Questionnaire, DiSC Behavioral Assessment, DiSC Behavioral Instrument, DiSC Inventory, DiSC learning Tool, DiSC Personality Trait Analysis, The Personality Type Survey; The Social Styles Survey, DiSC Online, Online DiSC, DiSC Profile Online, DiSC Profiles Online, DiSC Learning Tool or DiSC Instrument.

The Original DiSC Personality Behavior Model:
William Moulton Marston, Emotions of Normal People, 1928
William Moulton Marston, Integrative Psychology, 1930

Certification is not required to conduct DiSC Training.

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With DiSC You will learn to...

DiSC Helps Individuals...

DiSC Helps Organizations by...

> Understand Self and Others
> Understand Behavioral Strengths
> Understand Behavioral Limitations

> Appreciate Differences in Others

> Deal Effectively with Conflict

> Understand and Deal w/ Diversity

> Increase Sales Skills

> Increase Management Skills

> Increase Leadership Skills

> Increase Customer Service Skills

> Increase Personal Effectiveness

> Develop Coaching Skills

> Develop Mentoring Skills

> Improve Communication Skills

> Reduce Organizational conflict

> Reduce stress and turnover