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04/06/2026

Remote Work & DISC: Why Zoom Feels So Hard (and How to Fix It)

Remote work didn’t create communication challenges—it magnified them. In this episode, the DISCy Chicks break down how each DISC style shows up in virtual meetings and why those differences matter more than ever. From D types who want to move fast and make decisions, to I types who bring energy and connection, to S styles who listen and support, and C styles who crave structure and clarity—everyone is approaching the same Zoom call from a completely different lens.

We dig into how these differences can easily lead to misinterpretation. A D’s urgency can feel like impatience, an I’s enthusiasm can come across as interrupting, and an S’s quiet presence may be mistaken for disengagement. Meanwhile, C styles can become frustrated when meetings lack organization or clear outcomes. Without the visual and relational cues of in-person work, these gaps widen—and teams can start to feel disconnected or ineffective.

The good news? A few intentional shifts can make a big difference. Clear agendas are a game-changer, helping C styles feel prepared, giving D styles a sense of efficiency, and creating space for I styles to connect and S styles to contribute. Strong facilitation also matters—balancing participation by drawing out quieter voices while keeping dominant personalities in check helps maintain both productivity and engagement.

Ultimately, remote work requires more empathy and adaptability from everyone. When teams understand and respect different DISC styles, communication improves and collaboration becomes more natural. We also explore how technology—like meeting assistants and collaboration tools—can support better structure and follow-through, while still leaving room for the human connection that keeps teams thriving.

03/20/2026

Remote Work & DISC: Why Zoom Feels So Hard (and How to Fix It)

Remote work didn’t create communication challenges—it magnified them. In this episode, we break down how each DISC style shows up in virtual meetings and why those differences matter more than ever. From D types who want to move fast and make decisions, to I types who bring energy and connection, to S styles who listen and support, and C styles who crave structure and clarity—everyone is approaching the same Zoom call from a completely different lens.

03/05/2026

Change is inevitable in organizations — new systems, reorganizations, leadership shifts, and strategic pivots all bring disruption. But the real challenge isn’t the change itself; it’s how differently people respond to it. In this episode of the DISCy Chicks podcast, Cindy and Martha explore why one employee may be excited about change while another feels anxious or resistant, and how DISC personality styles shape those reactions.

The conversation breaks down how each DISC style experiences change. Dominance (D) types tend to welcome fast movement and clear goals, while Influence (I) personalities focus on how change affects people and morale. Steadiness (S) styles often need time and reassurance as they process uncertainty, and Conscientiousness (C) styles want logic, details, and risk analysis before embracing a new direction. Understanding these differences helps leaders avoid common mistakes like over-communicating to one style while unintentionally leaving others behind.


Cindy and Martha also share practical ways to communicate change more effectively using a DISC-smart approach. Leaders should combine big-picture vision with concrete details, address both emotional and analytical concerns, and continue the conversation well after the initial announcement. The episode closes with rapid-fire takeaways reminding listeners that resistance is often just unmet needs in disguise—and that successful change happens when leaders learn to translate their message into every DISC language.

02/04/2026

Today's cast focuses on tailoring presentations to board members’ DISC styles to maximize engagement and approval.

The Chicks recommend using a structured approach to pitching ideas by addressing the four DISC types—Dominant, Influencer, Steady, and Conscientious—ensuring each style’s priorities are met.
Dominants want quick decisions, results, and options framed as risk-reward tradeoffs.
Influencers respond to energetic, vision-driven messaging emphasizing buy-in and excitement.
Steadies seek assurances of team support and low disruption during change.
Conscientious members require detailed data, risk mitigation, and compliance evidence.
This approach balances brevity and depth, avoiding overwhelming any one style while engaging all.

01/17/2026

Check out our "man on the street" interview with fellow conference attendees. Hear from the experts and have a little fun.

01/16/2026

Can All Styles Effectively Lead ?

Let’s begin with the Dominant style. Their behavior tends to be more aggressive in pursuing results. So, they're all business, more command and control with their teams. They have high expectations of their team members and hold them accountable for delivering results.

Let’s talk about the Influence Style. They tend to be very relationship-oriented, motivational, and inspirational with their team. They show their support and affirm a job well done. Challenges for this style include underperforming team members. Remember, this influencer likes to keep the peace with its team members.

The Steady Style is also relationship-oriented and takes a more gentle approach to how they manage others. The steady leader is more soft spoken, even handed with how they manage their people. Having constructive conversations may be a challenge for the high steady leader; however, if they are motivated to please their boss, and achieve their goals, they can deal with difficult conversations in a very empathetic way.

We now have the high compliant leader to discuss. The compliant leader is very detail-oriented, with perfectionistic tendencies. They are good at setting very specific goals and expect their team to meet them. They have high expectations of themselves and transfer these expectations to their team members. Constructive conversations will likely be brief and to the point.

The DISCy Chicks agree that all styles can lead, understanding that each style leads differently!
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03/24/2025

In the recent DISCy Chicks Podcast meeting, hosts Martha Forlines and CindyJacoby welcomed guest Karen Nutter, who shared her experience with using the DNA competencies for job benchmarking to hire the best candidates, as well as succession planning. Karen shared the experience she has had in identifying someone to be a successor for her own business. One insight she had was that she and her successor complement each other really well. The main focus of the podcast was succession planning, where Karen emphasized the significance of TTI assessments and competencies in hiring and coaching, providing insights from her own experiences. The discussion also introduced Karen's Problem Solving Checklist tool, highlighting its application for coaching and client acquisition while stressing the importance of understanding driving forces for job satisfaction and for a good fit for the role her clients are trying to fill.

03/19/2025

Succession Planning Part 3 with guest, Karen Nutter

In the recent DISCy Chicks Podcast meeting, hosts Martha Forlines and Cindy Jacoby welcomed guest Karen Nutter. She shared her experience with using the DNA competencies for job benchmarking to hire the best candidates, as well as for succession planning with her clients. Karen shared the experience she has had in identifying someone to be a successor for her own business. One insight she had was that she and her designated successor complement each other really well.

The main focus of the podcast was succession planning, where Karen emphasized the significance of TTI assessments and competencies in hiring and coaching, providing insights from her own experiences. The discussion also introduced Karen's Problem Solving Checklist tool, highlighting its application for coaching and client acquisition while stressing the importance of understanding driving forces for job satisfaction and for a good fit for the role her clients are trying to fill.

03/06/2025

In the latest episode of the DISCy Chicks Podcast, hosts Cindy Jacoby and Martha Forlines introduce the Trimetrics DNA assessment, outlining its foundational sciences: DISC Behaviors, Driving Forces, and 25 Competencies used in most professional roles, with a focus on leveraging competencies for effective hiring and employee development. They explore the 25 identified competencies, emphasizing the significance of aligning these with DISC Behaviors and Driving Forces to enhance organizational fit and development of your workforce. The discussion includes interpreting assessment results, understanding actual competency levels, and the role of DNA Competency assessments in coaching and employee development.



02/10/2025

In the latest DISCy Chicks Podcast, Cindy and Martha talk about the all important process of succession planning. They recognized the significance of this subject for small businesses that they both work with. The reason it is so important is to keep this business thriving if the owner is no longer available to run the business. They delved into key steps in succession planning, emphasizing talent assessment and identifying the most vital roles in the business. It’s better to include only key people in this process, due to the sensitivities of these discussions. The DISCy Chicks mentioned the use of their assessments to evaluate possible candidates for this important succession planning process, including the ability to compare internal and external candidates.



11/05/2024

The Comparison Report
In the latest episode of the DISCy Chicks podcast, hosts Cindy Jacoby and Martha Forlines delve into the DISC Behaviors and Driving Forces framework, and more specifically, highlight the value of the Comparison Report that they and their vendor TTISI offers. An example of this report was shown for those people that use The Discy Chicks Podcast on Facebook. The report provides a side-by-side comparison of two people's reports. They close by explaining the top four ways they utilize this report with their clients, to help resolve conflict at work, comparing candidates for selection, onboarding new employees with their boss or co-workers, and lastly using the comparison report for family members.

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