People with the S personality type tend to be calm, patient and respectful in their interactions with others. Rarely angered or excited, they are likely to work to maintain a peaceful and harmonious environment. Respectfully considering the thoughts and feelings of others, they are likely able to respond empathetically in difficult or stressful situations.
Communication
How can S types communicate effectively with each other?
S types tend to be warm, genuine, and polite when communicating with others. They should be friendly, calm, and supportive around one another. They are likely to enjoy spending time getting to know one another through conversation.
Resolving Conflict
How can S types resolve conflict?
S types should work through conflict empathetically. They should use a patient, kind tone to communicate their perspectives while remaining open-minded and attentive to one another. Both parties should work together to find a thoughtful settlement.
Building Trust
How can S types build trust?
S types are likely to build trust after intentionally spending time getting to know each other. They should build personal connections through genuine, warm conversation.
S types tend to be personal, polished, and thoughtful. They bring empathetic decision-making and conscientiousness to a work environment. They can help one another feel appreciated and valued.
Dealing with Change
How can S types deal with change?
S types tend to prefer stability and consistency. They may be disrupted by a new situation. However, with support from others and time to adjust, they are likely to acclimate well.
Managing Stress
S types need to seek to understand what brings stress to the other type and should try to avoid causing it when possible.
S types are easily stressed by...
Frequently working with a tight deadline
Lack of thoughtful communication
Participating in tense competitions
Using a forceful approach to direct others
They should avoid being critical of or negative around one another.
Encouraging and Motivating
S types can encourage and motivate each other in their personal and professional lives.
S types are motivated by...
Paying attention to the needs of others
Promoting teamwork and cooperation
Responding to difficult situations with empathy
Helping others through a hard time
They can encourage one another by engaging in intentional, meaningful conversation.
DISC Assessment
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