In this episode of "The Making of a Coach," ICF-certified Master Coach Roel Schaart debriefs the official DISC assessment, a tool frequently used in coaching to understand personality types and improve leadership styles. Roel coaches podcast host Tobi and shares insights on how the DISC model can be applied in coaching practices, highlighting its benefits and potential pitfalls. The conversation also touches on solution-focused coaching and how it can be integrated with DISC to enhance leadership development.

Key Learnings:

• Understanding the DISC assessment can help coaches tailor their coaching styles to better suit their clients' needs, enhancing the coaching experience.
• Coaches should be cautious not to box clients into categories based on DISC results; instead, use it as a guide to explore deeper insights.
• Integrating solution-focused coaching with DISC can lead to more effective leadership development by focusing on clients' strengths and goals.

Chapter Timeline

[00:00 ] Introduction and context for using DISC in coaching

[01:05 ] The 4 DISC styles explained in color and behavior terms

[04:45 ] How Roel adjusts coaching pace and tone by DISC profile

[07:18 ] Client reactions to DISC and avoiding the box trap

[10:22 ] Using DISC and Motivators together to detect misalignment

[13:40 ] Real-life coaching example with DISC report interpretation

[19:00 ] Differences between adaptive vs. natural styles

[27:00 ] Handling internal conflict: Speed vs. quality expectations

[33:00 ] Motivator breakdown and ranking interpretation

[38:00 ] Altruism, boundaries, and self-awareness in leadership

[44:00 ] Using DISC in team and group coaching settings

[52:00 ] Communication strategies based on color types

[54:00 ] Final client reflection: From self-awareness to adaptation

Resources

• Free Comprehensive DISC Assessment: https://assessments.evidence-based-coaching.solutions/r/?UipUM2hPVzg9PVI
• Connect with Roel Schaart: https://www.roel-schaart.com/
• Become a certified coach with Solutions Academy: https://www.solutionsacademy.com/
• Join our Community: https://metafox.eu/community
• Read Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson: http://goodreads.com/book/show/39101777-surrounded-by-idiots
• Roel's book "Qualitätssicherung im Coaching": https://www.coachfederation.de/infonews/buecher-der-mitglieder/qualitaetssicherung-im-coaching-kompetenzen-professionell-weiterentwickeln.html