What is Behavioural Profiling, and how does it apply to your place of work – to your team? The Extended DISC® Behavioural Assessment is a self-assessment tool designed to measure an individual’s natural behavioural style and any changed or adapted behaviours. It does this by asking the respondent 48 sub-questions, which lead to the compilation of 24 main questions. The accuracy of the Extended DISC® assessment lies in tried and tested algorithm-based questionnaire, which is validated every two years.
The questionnaire outcome provides a DISC profile based on four primary behavioural styles associated with certain behaviours or observable characteristics. Dominance (D), Influence (I), Steadiness (S) and Compliance (C) – refer diagram below.
The profile result helps a business leader to gain insight into an individual’s behaviour in the workplace. For example, it determines how a person interacts with others, their decision-making style, preferred means of communication, general behaviour in work environments, motivators and de-motivators, and stressors.
DISC profiling allows employers to place people in roles that suit their behavioural strengths. Managers also use the report to create tailored development plans for employees to help them improve their performance. Understanding these behavioural traits makes it easier to respond well when interacting with colleagues in the workplace – individuals can better recognise what works well for them personally and what may not be so effective when interacting with different behavioural types.
Understanding others’ traits makes team dynamics more enjoyable, and work is done more efficiently with less conflict. It also helps leaders better understand their employees’ differences, allowing them to create an environment where everyone can work together productively.
The profile also helps managers identify potential issues where a team member may struggle in their role as they stretch too far out of their comfort zone without support. Minor adjustments can lead to significant improvements in any situation, allowing individuals to make the most out of their interactions at work while simultaneously creating an atmosphere of understanding within teams or groups.
With this knowledge, employers can create a more harmonious and productive workplace. Furthermore, individuals and teams can foster meaningful connections and successful collaborations by understanding behavioural Profiling.
Our article “What Are Your Natural Behavioural Patterns?” – explains that tapping into knowledge about your behavioural patterns allows us to better understand and empathise with others – something that can go a long way towards improving team performance. Moreover, by understanding our natural behavioural patterns, we can develop techniques that help us become more productive, effective, and efficient in problem-solving. It is essential to acknowledge that human behaviour is complex and ever-evolving. Therefore, it is necessary to gain an understanding of our natural traits to have the best chance of success.
Overall, EDISC profiling is an invaluable management resource. We hope this article has been insightful and informative in understanding that Behavioural Profiling is best used in a development plan to help teams become better communicators and problem-solvers. If you would like to learn more about how EDISC profiling can help your business, click here to read more about our packages available.
