How to Make DISC Habits Stick After Your Workshop
You’ve just finished a DISC training workshop. Whether you’re leading a team in Linda, working in healthcare in Apple Valley, or running a small business in Adelanto, you want those insights to last. The real challenge? Making DISC habits part of your daily routine-not just something you remember during training sessions.
Why Daily DISC Habits Matter
DISC training gives you a new way to see yourself and connect with others. But if you only dust off your DISC profile during annual reviews or company retreats, you’re missing out. Simple, daily habits keep the benefits rolling-think fewer miscommunications, more productive meetings, and real progress toward your goals.
- Boosts real-world communication-no more guessing what your coworkers meant
- Builds team trust and helps resolve issues before they become problems
- Makes it easier to adjust your approach, whether you’re talking with a direct report, your boss, or a client
Try This: Start each morning by glancing at your DISC style tips. Set a reminder on your phone or jot a note on your desk.
Simple Habits to Keep DISC Alive
You don’t need to overhaul your day to make DISC work for you. Here are practical habits you and your team can use, whether you’re commuting from Victorville, grabbing coffee in Barstow, or checking emails on the go in Hesperia.
- Use the Language: Swap out “Why do you always do that?” for “Can you walk me through your approach?” It’s a subtle shift that keeps conversations open and respectful.
- Check Your Style: Before a meeting, ask yourself: “Am I being too direct? Too detail-focused? Too laid-back?” Adjust your delivery to match your audience.
- Share Your Profile: Post your DISC style at your workspace. Encourage team members to do the same. It’s a fast way to remind everyone that we all have different strengths.
- One-on-One Check-Ins: Use your knowledge of DISC to ask better questions during check-ins or feedback sessions. Consider how the other person prefers to communicate.
- Reflect Weekly: At the end of the week, jot down one conversation where you used DISC habits. What worked? What would you change?
Suggested Next Step: Pick one habit to focus on for the next seven days. Keep it simple and see how it changes your interactions.
Make DISC Part of Your Team Culture
It’s easy to slip back into old routines after a workshop. To keep DISC front and center, make it a regular part of your team’s conversations and processes.
- Start Meetings with a DISC Moment: Kick off with a quick reminder-“Remember, some of us like details, some want the big picture.”
- Mix Up Roles: Rotate who leads meetings or presents updates. This helps everyone flex different communication muscles and appreciate each style.
- Celebrate Small Wins: If someone uses a DISC-based approach, call it out. Recognition helps new habits stick.
- Keep Visual Reminders: Use color-coded charts, team posters, or digital reminders that reference DISC styles.
Quick Tip: Add a standing item to your team’s agenda: “How did we use DISC this week?” This keeps the concept alive without adding extra work.
DISC on the Road: Applying Insights Across the Region
If you work with teams in Linda but travel regularly to Apple Valley, Barstow, Hesperia, Adelanto, or Victorville, it’s helpful to remember that every location has its own vibe and way of doing things. DISC can help you adapt quickly.
- In Apple Valley, directness might be valued-so get to the point, but show respect for local relationships.
- Barstow teams may appreciate structure and clarity, especially in fast-paced settings.
- Hesperia’s blend of industries means you’ll work with a mix of DISC styles. Pause to read the room.
- Adelanto’s growing business scene rewards flexibility-be ready to flex your communication approach.
- Victorville’s community focus means listening is key. Use your DISC tools to ask questions and understand what matters most to others.
Takeaway: A little DISC awareness goes a long way-whether you’re walking into a new office, meeting with a client, or collaborating with colleagues in the next city over.
Keep Momentum Going
DISC isn’t just a one-time thing you learn and leave behind. With a few small habits, you can keep DISC alive after your workshop-making every day a little smoother, every meeting more productive, and every relationship stronger.
- Pick one DISC habit to practice this week
- Share what works with your team
- Make DISC part of your regular routine-at home, at work, and when you’re on the move
The small steps you take today will shape how you communicate and collaborate for the long run.