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Every graduation season brings the same well-meaning advice: “Find something you love.” It sounds right and feels inspiring, but it’s incomplete. You might love the idea of the job, but actually doing it is another matter. Imagine someone energized by the thought of...

We might think we see the world clearly and without bias. But you might be surprised by a hidden bias in the hiring process. Across the four DISC styles—that I refer to as Eagles, Parrots, Doves, and Owls—there is a recurring meta-bias. We view candidates through our...

Drama at work isn’t just annoying. It’s energy misdirected. It starts small—a sharp glance, a sarcastic comment, a meeting where someone feels ignored. Healthy cultures confront these moments directly and resolve them quickly. Unhealthy cultures amplify them. I...

I’ve always joked that if a Dove, who is usually soft-spoken and caring, moves from New York City to Kansas, they’d be seen as the direct and assertive Eagle. This happens because behavior is judged relative to the surrounding culture. So, the same person can feel...

Many of us don’t act the same at work as we do at home. That’s not hypocrisy. It’s adaptation. Different settings reward different traits, so we lean into what works. The qualities that earn praise in the office can create tension in the kitchen. I know this well....

Hiring managers often lean on instinct. A resume checks the boxes, the candidate comes across sharp and personable, and the conversation feels easy. But chemistry is not the same thing as competence, and confidence alone says little about fit. The strongest hires...

People often ask whether there’s a connection between the four styles and being on the autism spectrum. If you’ve watched the Netflix show Love on the Spectrum, you’ll find your answer. You’ll see a wide range of personalities, behaviors, and ways of connecting....

We’re quick to interpret what we see. A smile signifies engagement. Silence suggests disinterest. Energy shows it is landing. Flat faces mean it isn’t. That approach works until it doesn’t. Years ago, I led a session for a group of rocket scientists, literally rocket...

Every person is driven by two unseen forces: what they’re seeking and what they’re avoiding. These twin drives influence every decision, reaction, and conversation. Let’s explore the behaviors that feed and repel each of the styles: 🦅 Confident and take-charge Eagles...

In today’s world, leadership is being tested by the rapid pace of change. One might think that our fast-paced world favors Eagles and Parrots, and indeed, they thrive as leaders. But I’ve noticed a significant shift in my 30+ years since discovering the DISC styles in...