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Conflict Styles

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

What do sharks, owls, teddy bears, turtles, and foxes have to do with conflict?

In this episode, Victoria dives into the fascinating world of conflict management styles using the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI). With honesty, humour, and a little vulnerability, they uncover how each of them instinctively responds when tension rises.

The Academy Awards are coming up, so you know what this means… DISC as OSCARS nominated films!

High D – One Battle After Another: High stake conflict, intense energy

High I – F1: Fun, thrilling

High S – Hamnet: Familial relationships, emotional depth

High C – The Secret Agent: Layered details, deductive reasoning

Which one do you think will win?

The conversation shifts into something deeper: How do you actually handle disagreement? Do you power through it? Smooth it over? Walk away? Or try to meet in the middle?

You’ll hear:

A breakdown of all five conflict styles (Competing, Collaborating, Accommodating, Avoiding, Compromising)
How assertiveness and cooperation shape your reactions
Real-life reflections on boundaries, people-pleasing, and “Is this a hill I want to die on?”
Why no style is inherently good or bad — and how awareness gives you options

If conflict drains you, confuses you, or sometimes defines you, this episode will help you recognize your default patterns — and empower you to respond more intentionally next time.

Because understanding your style doesn’t box you in. It gives you leverage.

Episode Timestamps:

00:26 - Welcome and introduction to Discovering You podcast

00:45 - Mood check-in: Yellow (exhilarated) vs Blue (tired)

02:11 - Introduction to conflict management styles and Oscar-nominated films as DISC types

02:57 - Overview of Dr. Ralph Kilman's TKI assessment model

03:37 - Sample assessment questions walkthrough

05:31 - Revealing personal conflict style results

09:09 - Deep dive into the five conflict styles begins

12:00 - Competing style (Shark) - High assertiveness, low cooperation

13:54 - Collaborating style (Owl) - High assertiveness, high cooperation

15:25 - Accommodating style (Teddy Bear) - Low assertiveness, high cooperation

16:57 - Avoiding style (Turtle) - Low assertiveness, low cooperation

20:01 - Compromising style (Fox) - Moderate assertiveness and cooperation

21:29 - Discussion on win-win vs zero-sum mindsets in conflict

22:00 - Key takeaways: Using awareness to choose appropriate conflict styles

22:44 - Closing and credits

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Leadership Traits

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode Victoria continues the exploration of leadership through the lens of the High Potential Trait Indicator (HPTI), building on the foundation laid in Part One.

The conversation focuses on three critical leadership traits: Risk Approach, Ambiguity Acceptance, and Competitiveness — how they show up in individuals, teams, and organizations, and what happens when these strengths are overplayed. Through real-world examples, candid self-reflection, and DISC personality parallels, Victoria and Heather unpack how leaders navigate uncertainty, make decisions, manage conflict, and balance ambition with collaboration.

The episode also introduces the concept of leadership derailers — the ways our greatest strengths can turn into liabilities when taken too far. By walking through common derailment patterns like perfectionism, aloofness, excessive caution, and passive resistance, listeners are invited into a practical and compassionate discussion about self-awareness and growth.

This episode reinforces that leadership isn’t about perfection or titles — it’s about learning how to adapt, evolve, and lead effectively in everyday moments, both professionally and personally.

Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Facilitating opposing viewpoints: why more than one thing can be true

00:00:32 – Welcome to Discovering You: Where Personality Meets Possibility

00:01:00 – Mood check-in and DISC color conversation

00:02:15 – Personal context and emotional awareness in leadership

00:03:00 – DISC explained through a football analogy

00:03:30 – Recap of HPTI and leadership traits from Part One

00:04:00 – Trait #4: Risk Approach explained

00:04:30 – High vs. low risk approach and DISC connections

00:05:00 – Why risk approach matters in leadership

00:05:30 – When high risk becomes a liability

00:06:00 – How risk approach shows up in teams and groups

00:07:00 – Personal reflections on risk tolerance and decision-making

00:08:30 – Trait #5: Ambiguity Acceptance defined

00:09:00 – Organizational culture and ambiguity tolerance

00:09:30 – Leadership performance under uncertainty

00:10:00 – The dangers of excessive ambiguity acceptance

00:10:45 – Real-world facilitation examples and collaboration

00:12:00 – Overplaying strengths and adaptability in business

00:13:30 – Trait #6: Competitiveness explained

00:14:15 – Healthy vs. unhealthy competitiveness in leadership

00:15:00 – Individual and team dynamics around competition

00:16:00 – Competing with others vs. competing with yourself

00:18:45 – When competitiveness influences participation and motivation

00:19:00 – Leadership derailment: when strengths become risks

00:19:30 – Overview of the 10 common leadership derailers

00:21:00 – Self-reflection: identifying personal derailment patterns

00:22:30 – Perfectionism, excessive caution, and leadership awareness

00:23:00 – Growth, coaching, and leadership beyond titles

00:24:00 – Closing thoughts and how to learn more

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High Potential

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Are great leaders born—or developed?

In this episode, we explore the concept of High Potential and what truly drives leadership effectiveness beyond skills, titles, or experience. Using research-backed insights from the High Potential Trait Indicator (HPTI), this conversation breaks down how personality traits influence leadership capacity—and how those traits can be developed over time.

You’ll learn the difference between behavioral models (like DISC) and personality traits, how leadership potential is defined, and why most people have far more growth capacity than they realize.

We dive into the first three of six High Potential traits and examine how they show up in leaders, individuals, and teams:

Conscientiousness – the strongest predictor of leadership success, tied to discipline, organization, and goal focus
Adjustment – emotional resilience under stress and pressure
Curiosity – openness to learning, innovation, and new ways of thinking

You’ll also hear sample assessment questions, real-world reflections, and a discussion on why too much of a good trait can become a challenge.

This episode sets the foundation for understanding leadership as something that can be intentionally shaped—not something you either have or don’t.

Next episode: We’ll continue with the remaining three High Potential traits and explore deeper leadership insights.

In This Episode:

What “high potential” really means in leadership
Personality traits vs. behavioural styles
The six traits used to assess leadership potential
Why conscientiousness matters more than talent alone
How stress resilience impacts performance
The role curiosity plays in growth and adaptability
Why balance—not extremes—creates strong leaders and teams

If you’re interested in learning more about the High Potential Trait Indicator for leadership development, hiring, or coaching, reach out to learn more.

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Best of 2025

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0400

As we close out 2025, we’re taking a warm, festive look back at the conversations, insights, and unforgettable moments that shaped this year on DISCovering You: Where Personality Meets Possibility. From deep dives into charisma and creativity to surprising reflections on emojis and empathy, this episode rounds up the clips that made us pause, laugh, reflect and grow.

Did we include your favourite episode or moment from 2025? Share your thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear what resonated most with you this year.

Timestamps

00:00 — Opening + DISC as Holiday Drinks

01:00 — How are you feeling? Check in

02:00 — Heather’s favourite moments and lessons from 2025

02:30 — Clip 1: How nonverbal cues shape first impressions

04:45 — Managing “resting bored face” in real-life and Zoom meetings

07:00 — Clip 2: Empathy, discipline, and how others interpret our intent

09:15 — Heather reflects on responsibility vs. emotional perception

10:00 — Clip 3: Dr. Zorana Pringle on psychological safety and creativity

12:30 — How differing perspectives help Heather & Victoria grow

14:45 — Clip 4: The great emoji debate (and what it reveals)

17:45 — Clip 5: Emotional intelligence + Sandy Pentland’s MIT research

22:30 — Final reflections + holiday wishes for 2026

Resources Mentioned

Vanessa Van Edwards – Research on charisma, warmth, competence, and nonverbal cues
Dr. Zorana Pringle – Conversation on creativity and psychological safety
Sandy Pentland, MIT – Research on team communication patterns and high performance
Dr. Vanessa Druskat – Discussion on emotional intelligence and paralanguage

Thank you for an inspiring year of discovery, connection, and meaningful conversations. Wishing you a warm, restful holiday season—and we can’t wait to bring you more insights, guests, and laughter in 2026.

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Attachment Styles

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Victoria explores attachment theory and DISC. From childhood caregiver bonds to professional relationships, Victoria unpacks how our early emotional experiences influence how we lead, connect, and collaborate.

Listen in to learn the four main attachment styles - Anxious/Preoccupied, Avoidant/Dismissive, Fearful/Disorganized, and Secure - as well as the workplace applications, emotional regulation strategies, and “superpowers” for each.

Victoria and Heather also share their own quiz results, laugh about their high-C tendencies, and reveal how self-awareness and emotional intelligence can help shift attachment patterns toward security.

Victoria often says DISC is a great tool to have in your toolkit. So, what would DISC look like as tools you might find in a toolbox?

High D - Hammer; maximum output, one hit could get the job done

High I - Flashlight; bright, illuminating the way

High S - Wrench; slowly, steadily does what’s needed

High C - Level; ensures accuracy and precision

Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Are you laughing?

01:00 Today’s Mood Meter

02:00 – DISC as tools in a toolbox

03:00 – What is Attachment Theory? 04:00 – How early experiences shape adult relationships

06:00 – The Four Attachment Styles explained and how to take the quiz at attachmentproject.com

08:00 – Style 1: Anxious/Preoccupied

13:00 – Style 2: Avoidant/Dismissive

17:00 – Style 3: Fearful Avoidant/Disorganized

19:00 – Style 4: Secure

21:00 – Leadership through attachment

22:00 – Can your attachment style change?

23:00 – “It’s a sketch, not a portrait.” Using DISC and attachment insights to grow self-awareness

24:00 – Closing thoughts and where to learn more about attachment styles

Notable Quotes

“I think it’s important to clarify that attachment is a spectrum, and so you may not fit one completely.”

“Our greatest challenges often reveal great strengths. Our attachment styles can also be our superpowers.”

“It’s a sketch, not a portrait… we have all four DISC factors in us somewhere.”

Resources Mentioned

Take the free attachment style quiz and explore detailed resources: https://www.attachmentproject.com/attachment-style-quiz/
Mark Brackett’s How We Feel app and the Mood Meter framework: https://marcbrackett.com/how-we-feel-app-3/

Key Takeaways:

Attachment theory shapes how we connect, communicate, and lead based on early caregiver bonds.

It’s a spectrum — your style may shift across personal and professional relationships.

Each style has both triggers and strengths:

● Anxious: Seeks reassurance; strong collaborator.

● Avoidant: Values independence; focused achiever.

● Fearful: Cautious but highly responsive.

● Secure: Balanced, trusting, and empathetic.

Self-awareness and emotional regulation help shift from reaction to response.

Attachment styles can evolve through secure relationships, therapy, or emotional intelligence work.

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Cultivating Teams that Thrive with Dr. Vanessa Druskat

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this insightful continuation, host Victoria and guest Dr. Vanessa Druskat dive deeper into the dynamics of emotionally intelligent teams. They explore how constructive debate — what Vanessa calls “creative abrasion” — drives innovation, why belonging is essential for psychological safety, and how leaders can create norms that encourage open disagreement and authentic communication.

From the use of playful tools to stories of global teams transforming their culture, Vanessa shares research-backed strategies for balancing candor and connection. The episode closes with reflections on introversion, leadership, and the power of research to build teams where everyone feels included and valued.

Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction & Mood Check

Victoria and Heather discuss “colors of the day” and explore the word challenge as a positive motivator.

02:00 – DISC as Seasonings

A creative analogy connects DISC personality types with spices — from cayenne to turmeric — and a lighthearted discussion on pumpkin spice and cilantro follows.

05:30 – Introducing Dr. Vanessa Druskat (Part 2)

Victoria recaps feedback from Part 1 and reintroduces Dr. Druskat, setting up a conversation about constructive conflict and team culture.

06:00 – The Value of Debate in Teams

Vanessa explains how debate forces clarity, enhances thinking, and fuels innovation — what she calls creative abrasion.

08:00 – Belonging and Psychological Safety

Discussion about how fear of not belonging can silence voices, and why leaders must build inclusion for honest dialogue.

09:00 – “Whine Cards” and Norm-Support Tools

Vanessa introduces team tools to help members express disagreement safely.

11:00 – Creating Team Norms

The power of agreed-upon frameworks and shared signals (“little shaker / big shaker”) to prevent tension and ensure everyone feels heard.

12:00 – The “Hat Issue” Story

A hospital leader’s creative method for surfacing unspoken issues — using a light-up construction hat to symbolize open disagreement.

13:00 – Applying EI Models to Teams of All Sizes

Vanessa discusses how her model works with teams from 6 to 23 members, emphasizing leadership buy-in and subteam alignment.

15:00 – Handling Skepticism and Resistance

How to get reluctant teams onboard — from engaging the leader early to showing data and starting with meaningful “why now?” discussions.

16:30 – The Object Exercise

A team-building activity where members bring an object representing their ideal team; examples include a Swiss Army knife and personal trophies.

18:00 – Introversion and Observation

Vanessa shares how being an introvert sharpened her observation skills and influenced her research, challenging assumptions about introverted leaders.

19:30 – Researcher vs. Practitioner

Vanessa reflects on her dual identity as a researcher and implementer, and her mission to help teams achieve inclusion and excellence.

22:00 – Personal Experience with Teams

She recounts her most memorable experience with a Johnson & Johnson research team — a high-functioning, collaborative group that modeled her findings in action.

23:30 – Lessons from Great Teams

Vanessa ties her observations back to her book, emphasizing the importance of shared purpose, norms, and inclusion in remote and in-person settings.

24:00 – Closing Reflections

Victoria expresses gratitude and highlights the book as a comprehensive blueprint for leaders seeking to build high-performing teams.

24:30 – Credits

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The Emotionally Intelligent Team with Dr. Vanessa Druskat

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Discovering You, Victoria sits down with Dr. Vanessa Druskat—award-winning researcher, professor, and co-creator of the Team Emotional Intelligence model. Known as the “Jane Goodall of Teams,” Vanessa brings decades of research and real-world experience to help leaders build collaborative, high-performing groups.

From her childhood in Kenya to her groundbreaking studies on team culture, Vanessa shares how belonging, caring, and psychological safety transform team performance. You’ll hear powerful stories—from NASA’s culture shifts to Pete Carroll’s love-based coaching—that reveal why team norms matter more than individual grit.

Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome back: Season 4 kicks off with summer reflections, DISC as university programs, and a new puppy named Mac.

03:30 – Meet Dr. Vanessa Druskat: Introduction to her groundbreaking research on team emotional intelligence.

06:00 – Childhood in Kenya: How early experiences with culture and code-switching shaped her research lens.

09:00 – The foundation of belonging: Why being known is essential to team success.

11:00 – Caring & respect: Pete Carroll’s “secret sauce” of love in coaching and why it isn’t soft.

15:00 – Lessons from NASA: What went wrong in the Challenger and Columbia disasters, and how team culture—not individuals—was the villain.

20:00 – Communication beyond words: MIT research on nonverbal signals and what predicts high-performing teams.

23:30 – Creative abrasion: Why constructive debate sparks clarity, innovation, and better decisions.

27:00 – Practical tools: “Wine cards,” shakers, and light-up hats to help every voice be heard.

31:30 – Team size & dynamics: How the EI model works with teams as small as 6 and as large as 23.

33:00 – Overcoming skepticism: How to win over reluctant leaders and teams.

36:00 – Introversion as a strength: Why being an observer made Vanessa the “Jane Goodall of Teams.”

39:00 – Researcher vs. implementer: Bridging the gap between theory and practice.

42:00 – Personal team experiences: Memorable lessons from research collaborations and real-world teams.

43:30 – Closing thoughts: A blueprint for building emotionally intelligent, high-performing teams.

Notable Quotes

“It’s really impossible to belong if you don’t feel known.” – Dr. Vanessa Druskat
“Love isn’t soft—it’s critical for high performance.” – Dr. Vanessa Druskat
“The villain is group culture.” – Dr. Vanessa Druskat

Resources & References

Dr. Vanessa Druskat’s book: The Emotionally Intelligent Team: Building Collaborative Groups That Outperform the Rest
Mark Brackett – Permission to Feel and the Mood Meter framework
Angela Duckworth – Grit
Sandy Pentland’s MIT research on team communication

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Low DISC, High Impact: The Unsung Traits Revealed

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of DISCovering You, Victoria and Heather dive into the often-overlooked low DISC factors—the behaviors and traits that fall below the midline on a DISC assessment. While most discussions focus on high DISC traits (Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, Compliance), Victoria explains how the low end of each scale holds just as much insight into personality, communication, and team dynamics. The conversation explores how low traits manifest differently than their high counterparts, challenging the assumption that “high is better.” Using personality models like Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies and the Enneagram, Victoria draws rich comparisons to deepen understanding. Whether you're a DISC nerd or DISC newbie, this episode will help you see yourself—and others—with more clarity and compassion.

Timestamps & Topics

[00:00:00] Welcome & Emoji Icebreaker

Victoria and Heather kick off with their current moods, a discussion about emoji use, and how emojis could represent DISC types.

[00:06:00] Introduction to Low DISC Factors

Why low scores on the DISC profile matter, and how they reveal different—but equally valid—personality tendencies.

[00:08:00] Low D

Traits: Patient, accommodating, consultative.

Comparisons: Obliger (Four Tendencies), Peacemaker (Enneagram 9).

Misconception: Low D doesn’t mean unmotivated.

[00:12:00] Low I

Traits: Analytical, decision-making based on facts, not feelings.

Comparisons: Upholder (Four Tendencies), Loyalist/Skeptic (Enneagram 6).

Misconception: Low I doesn’t mean unfriendly.

[00:14:00] Low S

Traits: Fast-paced, multitasking, comfortable with change.

Comparisons: Questioner (Four Tendencies), Enthusiast (Enneagram 7).

Bonus: A fun tap/clap pace exercise to illustrate energy differences.

[00:17:00] Low C

Traits: Risk-taking, rule-bending, freedom-focused.

Comparisons: Rebel (Four Tendencies), Challenger (Enneagram 8).

Misconception: Low C isn't careless—it’s innovative.

[00:20:00] Key Takeaways & Wrap-Up

Understanding low traits brings depth to team-building, communication, and self-awareness.

[00:21:00] Announcements & Contact Info

Info on coaching, team sessions, and the podcast’s summer break.

“We don’t improve our profiles—we lean into them, learn about them, recognize our challenges, and leverage our strengths.”

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Is Creativity a Choice?

Tue, 27 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Discovering You, host Victoria welcomes Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, senior research scientist at Yale and author of The Creativity Choice. Together, they explore the science behind creativity—dispelling myths, explaining how personality and mindset influence creative confidence, and offering strategies to overcome blocks. From the role of emotion regulation to the surprising power of frustration, Dr. Pringle shares actionable insights drawn from both research and personal experience. Listeners will walk away with a better understanding of how creativity works—and how they can cultivate it in everyday life.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction and DISC “TV Dads” Analogy

02:00 – Meet Dr. Zorana IPringle and her new book

04:00 – Childhood moment that sparked her fascination with creativity

06:00 – What is creativity? The science-backed definition

07:30 – Creativity beyond the arts: Engineering, relationships, and everyday life

08:30 – The Four Cs of Creativity: Mini, Little, Pro, and Big C

09:30 – Fixed vs. Growth Mindset and their influence on creativity

11:00 – Understanding creative self-efficacy and how it evolves through a project

13:00 – How introverts and extroverts experience creative confidence differently

15:00 – The emotional rollercoaster of creative work

17:00 – Emotion regulation and how it supports creativity

19:00 – Chronotype and your creative schedule

22:30 – Redefining creative productivity: Writing vs. rewriting

24:00 – Strategies for overcoming creative blocks

27:00 – Why psychological safety fuels innovation and collaboration

29:00 – Practicing what you preach: Zorana’s personal lessons writing the book

32:00 – Final takeaway: Creativity is a long-term, recommitted choice

Key Takeaways:

Creativity isn’t just for artists—it’s about solving problems in novel and effective ways, whether in business, relationships, or daily life.
Creative confidence (self-efficacy) grows over time and doesn’t require being doubt-free.
Mindset matters: Believing creativity can be developed helps unlock it.
Emotions, even negative ones, can fuel innovation if understood and regulated well.
Psychological safety is crucial for team creativity—it enables risk-taking without fear of punishment.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to being productive—know your chronotype and lean into your unique rhythm.

Notable Quote:

"Creativity is a choice. Not an easy one, but one you can recommit to—again and again—as you navigate the ups and downs of turning ideas into action."

Learn More: https://www.zorana-ivcevic-pringle.com/

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Myers Briggs Part 2

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this powerful second installment, Victoria peels back more layers of the Myers Briggs personality framework. This episode takes us to the next level with Myers Briggs. With humour, heart, and honesty, Victoria and Heather also reveal their own results (spoiler alert: one of them is among the rarest types in the world) and explore how their personality insights influence how they show up in work and life. Whether you're a coach, a team leader, or someone seeking more self-awareness, this episode offers both relatable stories and practical frameworks.

Timestamps

00:00 – How are we feeling?

03:00 – DISC personalities as fictional TV moms

05:00 – Myers Briggs recap: what the 4-letter codes mean

06:30 – Breakdown of the 4 MBTI groups: Analysts, Diplomats, Sentinels, Explorers

07:10 – Deep dive into “Commanders” (ENTJ): bold leaders, Gordon Ramsay energy

08:30 – Deep dive into “Advocates” (INFJ): rare visionaries, empathetic justice-seekers

10:00 – Deep dive into “Logisticians” (ISTJ): structured, dependable, Hermione types

11:50 – Deep dive into “Entrepreneurs” (ESTP): rule-breakers, action-takers

13:00 – Heather and Victoria reveal their own types: ISTJ and INFJ

16:30 – How personality shows up in stress, reliability, and empathy

20:00 – Emotional insight: balancing structure with compassion

22:00 – How knowing your type helps with leadership, boundaries, and burnout

23:00 – Free resource: Find your type at 16personalities.com

24:00 – Closing thoughts + how to work with Victoria

Notable Quotes

"I don't consider myself great at anything, but I do consider myself reliable, trustworthy, and dependable." – Heather

"Sometimes I feel like you're hard on yourself… but your unwavering commitment is your superpower." – Victoria

"If I see a situation where someone is unfairly judged, it really wears on me. That sense of justice is wired in me." – Victoria

"We're growing as people." – Both hosts, in unison ❤️

Resources & Takeaways

Take the Test: 16Personalities.com – Discover your Myers-Briggs type
Reflection Prompt: What part of your personality shows up strongest under stress?

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Myers Briggs

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this highly anticipated episode of DISCovering You, Victoria explores Myers-Briggs! Kicking things off with a clever twist—comparing DISC as manicure styles. From there, she unpacks the origins of MBTI, how it compares to DISC, and what those mysterious four letters actually mean. With warmth, wit, and real-life stories, Victoria walks us through key parts of the MBTI test and reflect on what it reveals about our personalities. Plus, Victoria and Heather make bold predictions about each other’s MBTI types — to be revealed in Part 2!

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome and emotional check-in

02:45 – DISC types as manicure styles!

04:00 – DISC vs. Myers-Briggs: Key distinction

05:00 – Brief history of MBTI and how it works

06:00 – The four MBTI dimensions explained (Energy, Mind, Nature, Tactics)

08:30 – 5 Sample MBTI questions + Victoria & Heather's responses

14:45 – Introduction to MBTI’s 4 personality groups

15:30 – How MBTI categories align with DISC profiles

18:00 – Predicting each other's Myers-Briggs types

21:15 – Call to action: Guess their types before Part 2!

22:00 – How to work with Victoria

Notable Quotes:

"Everything is about DISC, Heather. Come on." – Victoria

Resources Mentioned:

📘 The Personality Brokers – Book on the history of Myers-Briggs
🔗 16Personalities.com – Free MBTI test
🎧 Episode 4 – Reframing Introversion https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/c6b1eb316c9b53c458f7f18df09cf01a
📧 Connect with Victoria for coaching or speaking: discoverwhatworks@gmail.com

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The Growth Zone

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Victoria takes a deep dive into The Growth Zone. Along the way, Victoria has a spontaneous on-the-fly moment, connecting DISC factors to the four common responses to perceived threats: Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn—a completely unscripted insight!

The conversation also ties into Carol Dweck’s Growth Mindset (See Episode 9). The episode is packed with psychological insights, personal stories, and practical strategies to help listeners take small, meaningful steps toward growth.

Did you watch the Oscars on Sunday? You know what’s coming…here’s DISC as Academy Awards.

High D – The Substance. Intense, controversial

High I – Wicked. Fun, emotional

High S – I’m Still Here. Themes of persistence and family

High C – Conclave. Themes of tradition and order

Timestamps:

[00:00:00] - Podcast intro and mood check-in

[00:01:32] - DISC as Academy Awards

[00:01:53] - Introduction to the Growth Zone concept

[00:02:57] - Fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses

[00:05:00] - The four zones: comfort, fear, learning, and growth

[00:06:09] - Self-awareness and leaving your comfort zone

[00:07:39] - Benefits of leaving your comfort zone

[00:07:51] - Self-actualization

[00:08:22] - Growth mindset

[00:10:33] - Resilience

[00:11:00] - Self-efficacy

[00:12:24] - Tips for reaching the growth zone

[00:12:30] - Reframing stress

[00:17:27] - Personal examples and reflections

[00:21:00] – Outro

Poll: What’s one small step you can take today to move out of your Comfort Zone and into Growth?

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The Pursuit of Happiness

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Victoria explores the concept of happiness through the lens of psychology and personality. She discusses the PERMA model of wellbeing developed by Martin Seligman, breaks down different psychological theories of happiness, and shares a happiness assessment based on Seligman's work.

Key Topics:

DISC analogy comparing personality styles to sports
Three psychological approaches to studying happiness
The PERMA model components: Positive emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishments
Practical strategies for increasing happiness in each PERMA area
Discussion of a happiness assessment with average scores and interpretations

Resources Mentioned:

Oxford Happiness Questionnaire by Argyle and Hills
PERMA model happiness assessment https://www.purposeplus.com/survey/perma-profiler/
Martin Seligman's work on positive psychology
How We Feel app for tracking emotions

Timestamps

[00:00:00] - Show introduction and mood check-in with hosts

[00:03:00] - DISC analogy: Comparing personality styles to sports

Football (High D): Direct contact, aggressive
F1 Racing (High I): Glamorous and thrilling
Rowing (High S): Steady teamwork
Tennis (High C): Individual focus, rule-bound

[00:04:00] - Introduction to happiness assessments

Oxford Happiness Questionnaire overview
PERMA-based assessment introduction

[00:08:00] - Three schools of thought on happiness

Need and goal satisfaction theories
Genetic and personality predisposition
Process activity theories

[00:10:00] - Introduction to PERMA model and flourishing

Overview of positive psychology
Explanation of PERMA components

[00:12:00] - Detailed discussion of Positive emotion

Ways to build positive emotions
Importance of gratitude practice

[00:13:00] - Exploration of Engagement

Flow state concept
Connection to strengths and work alignment

[00:16:00] - Discussion of Relationships

Importance of positive social connections
Strategies for building relationships

[00:18:00] - Coverage of Meaning

Purpose in life
Ways to build meaning

[00:19:00] - Examination of Accomplishments

Internal vs external motivation
SMART goal setting

[00:20:00] - Discussion of assessment scores

Average score explanation (6.8)
Hosts' scores and interpretation

[00:24:00] - Show conclusion and contact information

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Charisma

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Victoria explores the concept of charisma and its learnability through warmth and competence cues, as discussed by Vanessa Van Edwards. Victoria and Heather kick off the year with lively discussions about Golden Globe nominated TV characters that exemplify DISC personality traits, their own holiday experiences, and their personal charisma quiz results. The episode emphasizes the importance of balancing warmth and competence in social and professional interactions for improved communication and success.

Did you watch the Golden Globes on Sunday? Here's DISC as nominated characters:

High D - Jodie Foster as Liz Danvers in True Detective: Night Country

High I - Kristen Bell as Joanne in Nobody Wants This

High S - Adam Brody as Noah in Nobody Wants This

High C - Steve Martin as Charles in Only Murders in the Building

Time Stamps:

00:00 Welcome and New Year Greetings

00:54 Checking In: Mood Meter

01:46 Introducing Today's Topic: Charisma

02:10 DISC Illustration with Golden Globes Nominated TV Characters

06:59 Vanessa Van Edwards and the Science of People

08:34 Understanding Charisma: Warmth and Competence

10:06 Charisma Scale and Personal Reflections

21:55 Exploring the Charisma Quadrants

27:07 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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Best of 2024

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400

With 2024 coming to a close, today's podcast looks at highlights from this year's episodes. I enjoyed putting this together, as it's a nice way to reflect on the past year and revisit memorable conversations and guests.

The holidays are almost here! Let's "unwrap" DISC as presents:

High D - Omega Watch: Makes a strong statement - be on time!

High I - Chocolates: A sweet, serotonin boost

High S - Cozy PJ's: Comforting and relaxing

High C - Books: Entertainment and learning through the written word

Resources for this episode:

Love Languages

EI in the World of AI

Illustrating Influence with Rachel Hammer

The Four Archetypes of Happiness

Recruiting and Hiring with DISC

Meet Michelle

More with Michelle

Wishing you all the best this holiday season :)

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Part 1 with Michelle Minnikin

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Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0400

I’m excited to get into this episode but first, it’s time for our DISC analogy:

If DISC was a board game, what would it be?

High D – Monopoly – described as the ultimate game of capitalism. The goal is to drive your competitors into bankruptcy!

High I – Charades – interactive, emotive, fun, high spirited

High S – Game of Life – it rewards players for good behaviour. For instance, recycling, helping others

High C – Clue – Using deductive reasoning, to solve a mystery

This checks out for me – I LOVE Clue, which one is your fav, Heather?

Let's jump into part 2 of my discussion with Michelle Minnikin, (if you haven’t listened to part 1) she’s an Organizational Psychologist, Executive Coach, and Author of the book, Good Girl Deprogramming.

https://www.michelleminnikin.com/

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Meet Michelle

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

I also had the opportunity to interview Michelle Minnikin, an organizational psychologist, executive coach, and author. We chatted about everything from the best way to use psychometric tools in the workplace, to what compelled us to do the work that we do. You can check out part 1 of my conversation with Michelle on today's episode of DISCovering You 👇

It's International Coffee Month! What's your preference?

High D - Espresso: Swift, bold

High I - Macchiato: Sweet, frothy

High S - Latte: Smooth, mellow

High C - Americano: Strong, precise

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How to be a Supercommunicator

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Hi Listeners! I’m excited to welcome you back for our first episode of Season 3!

Today we’re going to be talking about how to become a Supercommunicator, but before we dive in, Let’s do this month’s DISC analogy.

Of all the metaphors, examples, comparisons I’ve done, Social Media has been the DISC analogy that most resonates with people. I had removed it from my Slide Deck when Twitter changed to X, but based on popular demand LOL, I’ve brought it back. So, I give you, an updated DISC as Social Media:

D – X (formerly Twitter): Direct, concise, thrives in conflict

I – Instagram and tik tok: Hearts abound, (no thumbs up liking as on other platforms) aesthetically pleasing, trendy

S – Facebook: Supportive, more space for connection and conversation

C – Linked In: Facts over feelings, business focused

I read a really insightful book on the hiatus by Charles Duhigg, called Supercommunicators, How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection. Well, you can imagine that got my attention, right? Totally in my wheelhouse.

The book is very comprehensive with tons of great material, which I could never cover here, but I’m going to try and distill the main points.

The author, Duhigg, starts the book by explaining why he was inspired to write it.

He says, “this book was born, in part, from my own failures at communication”.

He goes on to say that he was confused by his failures because as a writer he’s supposed to communicate for a living!

He recounts a story of a work project he was managing and was doing very well at it analytically speaking – doing schedules and logistics. (I’m going to put in my guess right now, that Charles has a High C) 😊

BUT…he realized he was failing at connecting with the people he was working with. When they came to him with issues, he responded with practical fixes. He came to realize that they were looking for empathy, but instead of listening to how they were feeling, he responded with practical solutions.

He also noticed this pattern playing out at home in his family life and this was particularly frustrating because these were the people in his life that mattered the most!

In his quest for understanding, he came away with a key finding:

There are 3 different types of conversations. If we aren’t having the same type of conversation with our partners, colleagues, family members, at the same moment, we won’t be able to connect with each other.

Researchers have studied how our mind operates during different types of conversations. It turns out that different parts of our brains are activated, depending on the type of discussion.

Duhigg breaks down this research into 3 mindsets, each corresponding to a different conversation style. Please enjoy!

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Illustrating Influence with Rachel Hammer

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400

This is the second in a series that I started earlier this year. I’m chatting with some of my clients (each with a different DISC profile) to see how their particular profile operates in the world. I started with High Steadiness, and spoke with Shawn Zigelstein (Episode 26).

Before we dive into that, let’s do this month’s DISC comparison.

National Fashion Day is coming up, so of course it prompted me to explore DISC as Designers!

High D – Jean Paul Gaultier. His designs are known to be unconventional, even audacious.

High I – Versace. Vibrant and exciting.

High S – Ralph Lauren. Consistent, practical

High C – Burberry. Patterned, symmetrical

Today we’re going to be looking at the Influence factor, (High I). I’m pleased to introduce Rachel Hammer as my special guest! Rachel is the founder and leader of Hammer and Associates, a highly successful real estate team in the Ottawa area.

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EI in the World of AI

Tue, 14 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400

As AI increasingly seeps into our lives, it's more essential than ever to hone our EI (Emotional Intelligence) skills.

Why?

Emotional Intelligence is what humanizes us, and therefore sets us apart from Artificial Intelligence. These are the facets that simply can not be replaced.

On this episode of DISCovering You, I explore the intrapersonal side of EI, which is understanding and managing emotions in ourselves. Mastering the ability to do this, can bring us to new heights of connection and success.

National Wine Day is next week, so here is DISC as Wine!

High D - Malbec. Full bodied, rich

High I - Sparkling. Bubbly, effervescent

High S - Rosé. Balanced, pleasing

High C - Sauvignon Blanc. Crisp, clean

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Recruiting & Hiring with DISC

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I’m going to be looking at how to recruit and hire with the help of DISC, but first…It’s World Art Day so to illustrate (pun intended) this theme, here is: DISC as Art

D – Cubism. Described as Revolutionary and Rebellious. Picasso is an example.

I – Post Impressionism. Colourful, emotive. There’s a focus on the artist’s feelings towards the subject. Van Gogh’s Starry night expresses this.

S – Impressionism. Depicting nature and tranquility. Think Monet’s water lilies.

C – Precisionism – Using precise, sharply defined geometrical forms. Georgia O’Keefe’s early work of cityscapes embodies this.

Okay, let’s get into our topic. I spend a lot of time on this podcast talking about DISC and other tools from a “theoretical perspective”, but today I’m going to get into the very practical applications of using DISC as a recruiting/hiring/onboarding tool.

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The Four Archetypes of Happiness

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Today I’ll be exploring the topic of Happiness and breaking it down into 4 Categories.

But as always, we’ll start with a timely DISC Analogy. We are recording on National Jewel Day, so here are how the DISC factors align with jewels. For those of you who are DISC afficionados or loyal listeners you’ll recognize the DISC colours in this example.

High D – Ruby. A vivid shade of red; it symbolizes passion

High I – Canary Diamond. Yellow in colour; it represents happiness and hope

High S – Emerald. Emerald green is associated with balance, harmony and calmness.

High C - Sapphire. This shade of blue is associated with wisdom and truth.

Let’s get into the topic at Hand. The Four Archetypes of Happiness. You know how I love 4 categories of things LOL. Hint: D I S C

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Showcasing Steadiness with Shawn Z.

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Today, we’re kicking off the first of a series that I’ll be doing over this year. I’ll be interviewing some of my clients (each with a different DISC profile) kind of like case studies, to see how each particular profile operates in the world. A day in the life of…so to speak.

Before we dive into that, let’s do this month’s DISC illustration. It’s OSCAR season, so here is:

DISC According to OSCAR NOMINATED FILMS! (Not necessarily Best Pic noms, could be acting as is the case for the first one):

High D is Nyad - It’s the true story of a woman’s relentless quest to swim from Cuba to Florida. Diana Nyad personifies High D. She’s very direct, driven, and highly competitive.

High I is Barbie - I’m pretty sure most people are familiar with this movie. 😊 It provides all the feels. It runs the gamut of emotions from joy to sadness and discouragement, back to empowerment and inspiration!

High S is The Holdovers - A story about a grumpy teacher at a Prep school who has to babysit some students over Christmas Break. It focuses on unlikely bonds that are created by spending time learning about, and listening to others, culminating in care and support.

High C is Oppenheimer - The movie is very detailed and historically accurate about a physicist and team of scientists who create the atom bomb. The focus on science, confidentiality, and facts over feelings is very High C.

Okay, let’s get to it! There’s a strong focus on different personality and DISC profiles on this podcast, but I thought it might have a stronger resonance by talking to someone who embodies the essence of their profile and to take a walk in their shoes. An opportunity to see the profile in action!

We’re going to start with High S. Yes, that’s right, I’m not doing it in order. High D’s you always get to be first, so…I’m shaking things up LOL

It’s my absolute pleasure to introduce you to Shawn Zigelstein. Shawn has been in the real estate industry for 20 years. He’s the founder and Team Lead of Team Zold, and ranks consistently in the top 1% of sales reps for Royal LePage. He’s also the winner of the 2022 A.E. LePage Realtor of the Year Award.

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Love Languages

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Since Valentine’s Day is coming soon, I thought it would be timely to discuss Love Languages on today’s episode! And, on that note, I’ve also incorporated Valentines into this month’s DISC illustration.

So, here is DISC according to symbols of Love:

High D – Red Rose. Vibrant, strong, beware of the thorns though LOL D’s 😊

High I – Heart. The quintessential symbol of love, who better to embody it than I’s who wear their hearts on their sleeves

High S - Love birds – They support each other, they’re loyal (mate for life)

High C - Love Letter. C’s value the written word and what better way to express their thoughts!

Let’s jump into today’s topic – Love Languages! I’m sure many of you are familiar with the book, “The 5 Love Languages” and this is where most of the source material comes from.

I read this book many years ago and had categorized it in my mind, as something for romantic partners only.

So, I was surprised when one of my clients, who represents a large organization, mentioned that they had used the Love Languages as a team building exercise in the past. That caught me off guard initially, but then I started to think about it, and realized that it’s applicable to the workplace as well, and so, here we are!

The concept that different personalities speak different “languages” (air quotes) is a common thread running throughout my work. You’ve heard me say that High Dominance and High Steadiness are polar opposites. And that in order to truly connect, High D needs to learn to speak High S and vice versa!

Same thing goes for love languages. You most likely speak a different one than your partner, or your colleagues.

So, what are the 5 love languages? Listen on to learn more.

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Best of 2023

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Please enjoy the best of 2023!

Optimism; Friend or Foe? https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/c4a3a55699d106cd5337d7388f8adf27

The Highly Sensitive Person Part 1 https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/c0f9d9df2d33314a4e3a051852dafd30

Thriving As A Highly Sensitive Person https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/29ca59b3d5760c69964fd06b7ed5b82d

Synthesising the S in DISC https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/24458e1ada47c0f82764fb3af6c3952a

Special Guest! Dr. Robin Stern on Emotional Intelligence https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/88ec6c6a9764c5100a1d096dabcf3002

Contemplating the C in DISC https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/808195dbbdb18fa5b02d485fa7f41b79

Building Highly Effective Teams https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/a26d6f9d3dde58a2f6bdf37786cd7356

Exploring Empathy https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/8a5439a280d42be21f82a8b41e66cac7

What's Your Tendency? https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/dc98e91adcb291005d260d7218d69879

How Do YOU Lead? https://pod.link/1614071253/episode/8fda1cc0c168062dfbe1ad65a13c3397

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How Do YOU Lead?

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Today we’re going to be chatting about Leadership Styles and what each brings to the table.

Before we get to that though, International Cake Day is on the weekend, so of course that means I’m comparing DISC to types of Cake!

High D – Devil’s Food Cake – Strong and substantial, both in texture and flavour

High I – Ice Cream Cake – Whimsical, refreshing

High S – Pound Cake – A staple item, appeals to most people

High C – Bundt Cake – Perfectly formed, a classic

Before I delve into the topic at hand, different styles of Leadership, let me clarify that you don’t have to be in a job where Leader or something equivalent, is part of your title, or even job description. We are all called upon to be leaders from time to time, whether it’s situational – having an important talk with a colleague, providing feedback, setting the tone for your workspace, even in scenarios in our personal lives.

I think there’s a lot of cross-over between leadership at work, and leadership at home, specifically parenting. So, this material is relevant to everyone.

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What's Your Tendency?

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Do you meet, or resist expectations?

How you answer this question, depends on which of the 4 Tendencies you gravitate towards.

Upholder: meets inner and outer expectations

Questioner: meets inner but resists outer expectations

Obliger: meets outer but resists inner expectations

Rebel: resists inner and outer expectations

Understanding your own Tendency, as well as your colleagues', can be instrumental for workplace collaboration and cohesion.

You can find the link to Gretchen Rubin's quiz here: https://gretchenrubin.com/four-tendencies/

Since it's Halloween, here is DISC according to Candy!

High D is Warheads. Extreme and intense

High I is Sweetarts. Sweet parts and messages of love

High S is Butterscotch Candies. Comforting, long lasting

High C is Smarties. Smart and structured

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Exploring Empathy

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I’m going to be talking about Empathy and the role it plays in our personal and professional lives.

If you’re a regular listener, you’ll know that before I get to this it’s time (in the words of my teenage daughter) to make everything about DISC LOL! Here’s this episode’s DISC Analogy - DISC according to… World Cities:

High D – I’ve got to give it to NYC! Loud, Energetic, Work Hard, Play Hard Vibes

High I – Could it be anything other than the city of Love? Paris of course! Romantic, evocative

High S – Geneva. Neutral, peaceful

High C – Singapore. Ordered, disciplined

Okay, today’s episode is about Exploring Empathy. I touched on it briefly during the EQ episodes (5 & 6) because Empathy is one of the cornerstones of Emotional Intelligence.

It’s a key ingredient in building successful interpersonal relationships whether in your personal life or the workplace. And it plays a key role in Leadership. Empathetic leaders propagate loyal team members who want to work hard for them because they feel inspired, valued and seen for who they are and what they’re contributing.

Leading with an absence of empathy creates disconnectedness, resentment and a lack of engagement and productivity.

Wondering how to gauge your level of Empathy?

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Building Highly Effective Teams

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Happy September. I'm excited to be back and I hope everyone enjoyed their summer. Today's episode, I'm going to talk about the importance of building a well-balanced team, but first, since it's back to school, back to work time, and for many a return to their exercise regime.

Here is disc according to fitness, high D, weightlifting, competitive results driven high eye is dance, cardio, fun and interactive. High S is yoga, calm, mindful high. C is Pilates structured precisely. If you're a new listener, or really just a reminder to our regular listeners, these analogies are designed to illustrate the essence of each DISC factor. It doesn't necessarily mean that if you have a high D you're gonna lift weights, although I do have several friends and clients who this matches perfectly. Enjoy today's episode and let us know your thoughts!

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