In this episode of Career Tools, Wendy and Amanda discuss how to effectively brainstorm with individuals who have a "High D" personality type, characterized by assertiveness and a focus on tasks. They begin by explaining the DISC behavioral assessment tool and its axes: assertive vs. reserved and task-focused vs. people-focused. The hosts provide strategies for managing High Ds during brainstorming sessions, such as setting and enforcing ground rules to ensure everyone's voice is heard, channeling their energy by assigning them specific tasks like note-taking or time-keeping, and leveraging their drive to solve problems by presenting challenges. The podcast also explores how High Ds can help move brainstorming sessions forward and turn discussion points into actionable steps, emphasizing the importance of understanding and utilizing different personality types for successful teamwork.
