We knowwhyexpressing gratitude isimportant, but thehowcan be tricky, or even awkward at work.
Understanding someone's DISC type, however, can tell you the best way to express gratitude, so your"Thank You"hasmaximum impactwhen it lands.
Here are some simple tips to say "Thank You" to your team, customers, and friends:
D-types: Architects (Dc), Captains (D), Drivers (Di), Initiators (DI)
- Talk about what they havedonethat you appreciate, as opposed to who theyare.
- Emphasize the ways they havepositively changedyour life, career, etc.
- Send a short, direct "thank you" message instead of waiting for a longer conversation.
I-types: Influencers (Id), Motivators (I), Encouragers (Is), Harmonizers (IS)
- Say what you appreciate about themas a person, instead of thethings they have done.
- Emphasize your expectations and excitement for the future.
- Express yourselfin personoron the phone, so they can hear the inflection of your voice.
S-Types: Counselors (Si), Supporters (S), Planners (Sc), Stabilizers (SC)
- Thank them forlittle thingsthat normally might go unnoticed, and let them know that you are paying attention to their efforts.
- Emphasize how much you value your long-term relationship.
- Make time for a longer conversationin personoron the phone, so they feel connected and prioritized.
C-Types: Editors (Cs), Analysts (C), Skeptics (Cd), Questioners (CD)
- Talk about how much you value theirskillsandaccomplishments, rather than personality traits.
- Emphasize the things that you havelearnedfrom the person.
- Write out a "thank you" message into a detailedemailorletterformat, so they have the opportunity collect their thoughts and respond in kind.