Feedback is essential for growth, but it’s most effective when it’s tailored to the recipient’s personality. DISC can help you adjust your feedback style to ensure it resonates and has a positive impact. In this post, we’ll explore how each DISC type responds to feedback and provide tips for giving feedback that sticks.

Each DISC type responds to feedback differently, so adapting your approach can make a significant impact:

• Dominant (D): Dominants prefer straightforward, solution-focused feedback. They value efficiency and appreciate direct suggestions for improvement.

• Influence (I): Influencers respond well to positive reinforcement. They appreciate feedback that highlights their strengths and encourages their creativity.

• Steadiness (S): Steady types value gentle, supportive feedback. They prefer constructive criticism delivered in a calm, reassuring way.

• Conscientiousness (C): Conscientious types prefer detailed, specific feedback. They appreciate data-driven insights and suggestions for improvement that allow them to enhance their precision.

Tailoring your feedback to each DISC style can make it more effective and meaningful:

• For Dominants: Be direct and focus on actionable improvements. Keep it brief and clear, highlighting areas they can act on immediately.

• For Influencers: Start with positive comments and offer feedback in an encouraging tone. Acknowledge their contributions and suggest ways they can build on their strengths.

• For Steady types: Approach feedback gently, with patience. Emphasize areas of strength and discuss improvements with empathy, avoiding harsh criticism.

• For Conscientious types: Be specific, using examples and data where possible. Provide clear guidance for improvement and encourage them to ask questions if they need clarification.

Giving feedback that aligns with DISC preferences makes it easier for others to absorb and act on. By tailoring your feedback style, you can foster growth and strengthen relationships.

Take the DISC Assessment to discover your own style and learn how to provide impactful feedback.