DiSC® Classic 2 – Conscientiousness Family – “Practitioner” – C/i/s
The DiSC® Classic 2 Practitioner Pattern is the third of three in the Conscientiousness family, and the last of the DiSC® Classical Patterns. It is represented by 3 points above the mid-line; a primary C and secondary i and s.
Practitioners enjoy being a team member and helping others succeed. They prefer a supportive role, and would rather not be the leader. They don’t want to be held accountable for major decisions or taking risks. When they have plenty of time to think things through, they can bring valuable insights to the team process. Their reluctance to move fast can frustrate others.
DiSC® Practitioners prefer a comfortable and cooperative environment where people are trusting and pleasant. They thrive when they can contribute to projects that require attention to detail.
Daily performance and self-discipline is important to DiSC® Practitioners. The expectations they have of themselves and others are very high. They have a tendency to voice disapproval when their expectations are not met.
| Observable Behaviors | Accommodating and inspiring |
| Motivated By | Supporting and interacting with others |
| Judges Others By | Status of position and self-discipline |
| Influences Others By | Skill with problem solving and technology |
| Value to the Team | Can specialize and be proficient |
| Overuses | Somewhat restrained, puts personal objectives first |
| When Stressed | Overly sensitive to criticism and restrained. |
| Fears | Risk taking and being too predictable. |
DiSC® Classic 2 – Opportunities for Increased Effectiveness with…Tasks: Share your valuable insights. Delegate tasks to others when appropriate. With People: Appreciate and inspire others and keep them going when the going gets tough. More collaboration with others can be beneficial. Trust the input of others. Help others develop organizational skills and create an organized approach to their work. It’s Your TurnWhat do you think? Tell us about your DiSC® Classical Pattern and how you use your knowledge of DiSC® Profiles in your work team by posting your comments below! Or… Click on the links below to view any of the 15 DiSC® Classical patterns | |
DiSC® Classic Profile – High D Personality – The Dominance Family:
Developer: Results Oriented, Inspirational, Creative
DiSC® Classic Profile – High I Personality – Influence Family:
Promoter: Persuader, Counselor, Appraiser
DiSC® Classic Profile – High S Personality – Steadiness Family:
Specialist: Achiever, Agent, Investigator
DiSC® Classic Profile – High C Personality – Conscientiousness Family:
Objective Thinker: Perfectionist, and Practitioner
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What Does DiSC® Stand For?
DiSC® stands for Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness. It is a behavioral assessment tool used to understand personality traits and improve communication, teamwork, and leadership.
Each letter represents a distinct personality style:
- D – Dominance: Direct, results-driven, competitive, and assertive.
- I – Influence: Outgoing, persuasive, enthusiastic, and social.
- S – Steadiness: Patient, reliable, cooperative, and team-oriented.
- C – Conscientiousness (or Compliance): Analytical, detail-oriented, precise, and logical.
What Are DiSC® Patterns?
DiSC® patterns refer to specific combinations of the four main DiSC® styles, providing more nuanced personality insights. These patterns were originally introduced in DiSC® Classic and describe behavioral tendencies based on how strongly an individual leans toward each DiSC® trait.
There are different classic DiSC® patterns, each representing a unique blend of personality traits. Some examples include:
- Achiever – Driven, independent, and goal-oriented (D/C).
- Agent – Enthusiastic, persuasive, and proactive (I/D).
- Practitioner – Thoughtful, analytical, and supportive (S/C).
- Persuader – Charismatic, social, and motivating (I).
- Specialist – Detail-oriented, methodical, and loyal (C/S).
