The Hidden Struggles of Building a Winning Team

Building a high-performing team has never been more challenging. Crafting a high-performing team is akin to solving a complex puzzle – each piece must fit perfectly to reveal the bigger picture. The journey from talent acquisition to long-term retention is a rollercoaster ride of triumphs and challenges.

Teams often struggle with mismatched personalities, communication breakdowns, and unclear expectations. For example, Melissa, a People & Culture Manager, recently onboarded a team member who excelled in technical expertise but found it difficult to integrate due to personality clashes with co-workers. It’s a reminder that assembling a team isn’t just about filling roles; it’s about creating a cohesive unit where individuals can thrive together.

The truth is, interviews often reveal what candidates want you to see, not necessarily who they really are.

After all, how many candidates will tell their hiring manager that they’ve had people in the past tell them that they find their communication style offensive?

This is where an assessment tool like DISC can reveal certain aspects of a candidate’s character before they’re hired, and can save you a world of trouble!

Is DISC Just a Personality Test? Here’s What Most People Don’t Know!

DISC profiling is actually designed to bring awareness to behavioural preferences, helping people understand each other better. So, instead of being “boxed in,” DISC is more like getting a personalised toolkit - one that reveals the unique ways we communicate, make decisions, and solve problems. This is especially useful in a professional setting to get a better insight into someone’s preferred communication style, preferred working styles, and other integral aspects that, when used properly and with mindfulness, can be an addition to better understand someone rather than box someone into one singular category.

DISC Profiling is a powerful tool that can be used by hiring managers and recruiters during the interview process to better understand the behavior, personality and communication style of candidates.