Empowering teens and young adults to be more effective Leaders in the home, at school, in the workforce, and in the community!
TEEN LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
This DISC personality profile version of the Discovery Report is designed just for teens, high school students, and college age students to help them understand themselves and their strengths. This version gives extensive feedback for the teen and also includes some helpful feedback for parents and teachers.Plus, this report also includes feedback that is helpful in thinking about career direction.
Parents and teachers will also find the report useful to gain insights into how to connect based on his or her personality style.This 57-page report has feedback for the teen, the teen’s parents, the teen’s teachers and also includes a career section. Your report will include:
Introduction to the "DISC" traits.
Intro to your personality style and words that describe you.
Your strengths.
Keys to personal growth.
Your communication style.
Your basic behavior style and preferences.
Your decision-making style.
Suggestions for working with you.
Your value on a team.
Enhanced charts (behavior, communication, decision-making).
Chart: Your high and low traits.
Tips for working with other people.
Chart: Personality clues (reading others).
Parent section (tips on relating to each other based on personality style).
Teacher section with insights on communication, encouragement and learning styles.
Career section with exercise to explore vocational areas of interest plus tips for interviewing.
Extended graph detail section.
The online assessment only takes 15-20 minutes and you will have immediate access to your Discovery Report upon completion of the assessment. Just to be clear … the entire process is online, so all you need is a computer or tablet or phone to take the assessment and view your Discovery Report.
Empower Your Teen with the DISC Personality Profile: A Tool for Understanding, Growth, and Connection
As a parent/caretaker, you know that your teenager is unique—full of potential, yet sometimes hard to understand. They are navigating one of the most challenging stages of life, filled with questions about who they are, where they belong, and what they’re meant to do. It's a time of rapid change, emotional highs and lows, and important decisions that will shape their future. As much as you want to guide them, it can be difficult to connect in a way that truly resonates.
This is where the DISC Personality Profile for Teens steps in. Designed specifically for high school and college-age students, this comprehensive report helps your teen understand themselves—their strengths, their communication style, and their decision-making preferences. It offers them a deeper awareness of who they are, while also providing you, as a parent, with valuable insights on how to support, connect, and guide them more effectively.
Real-Life Problems and How the DISC Profile Provides Solutions
Problem: Miscommunication and Tension at Home
Real-Life Example: You notice that every conversation with your teen seems to end in frustration. They think you don’t understand them, and you feel they’re shutting you out. Perhaps your teen is naturally more reserved and cautious (Cautious style) while you are more outgoing and direct (Dominant style). This difference in communication styles creates friction and misunderstandings.
Solution: The DISC Profile identifies these different styles and provides tailored suggestions on how you can adapt your communication to bridge the gap. For example, if your teen has a Cautious style, they might need more time to process information and prefer calm, clear communication without pressure. Understanding this can help you approach conversations with patience and empathy, creating a more open and trusting relationship.
Problem: Struggling with Schoolwork and Motivation
Real-Life Example: Your teen seems disengaged from their studies and shows little motivation. As a parent, you're worried that they’re not reaching their full potential, but your attempts to encourage them seem to fall flat or make things worse. It could be that your teen thrives on recognition and positive reinforcement (Inspiring style), but the current approach at home or school is too focused on correcting mistakes and pointing out flaws.
Solution: The DISC Profile provides insights into your teen’s learning style and motivation. If they are of the Inspiring style, they might need more encouragement and opportunities to express their creativity. Armed with this knowledge, you can work with teachers to create a more supportive environment that celebrates their achievements and motivates them to stay engaged.
Problem: Uncertainty About the Future and Career Path
Real-Life Example: Your teen is anxious about their future. They feel overwhelmed by the choices they need to make regarding college and career paths, and you feel helpless watching them struggle with this uncertainty. They may have a natural inclination towards a particular field but lack the self-awareness to recognize it.
Solution: The DISC Profile includes a career section that helps your teen explore vocational areas aligned with their personality strengths. For instance, a teen with a Dominant style might thrive in leadership roles, while one with a Supportive style may excel in caregiving professions. The report provides practical exercises and tips to help them identify careers where they will be most fulfilled and successful, giving both of you clarity and direction for the future.
Problem: Emotional Outbursts and Difficulty Handling Criticism
Real-Life Example: Your teen reacts intensely to feedback, often taking it as a personal attack. They may shut down, become defensive, or lash out, leaving you walking on eggshells to avoid triggering another confrontation. This could be because they are of the Supportive style, which values harmony and takes criticism very personally.
Solution: The DISC Profile helps you understand your teen’s triggers and teaches you how to provide constructive feedback in a way they can accept and learn from. For a Supportive teen, gentle, empathetic communication that focuses on their strengths and the positive outcomes of change will be more effective than a direct, critical approach.
What You and Your Teen Will Gain from the DISC Profile
A Deeper Connection: Understand what makes your teen tick—what they value, how they communicate, and what they need from you to feel supported and understood.
Practical Guidance: Tips for better communication, encouragement, and support tailored to your teen's unique personality style.
Empowered Decision-Making: Help your teen discover their strengths, clarify their goals, and make confident decisions about their future career path.
Improved Relationships: Insights for teachers and parents to create a more supportive environment, reduce tension, and foster positive interactions.
Get Started Today
The DISC Personality Profile is comprehensive guide that offers a complete picture of your teen’s unique personality. With just a 15-20 minute online assessment, you and your teen will have instant access to insights that can transform your relationship and help them navigate these critical years with confidence and clarity.
Help your teen discover their strengths, improve communication, and set the foundation for a successful future. Don’t let another day go by without taking this important step toward understanding and growth.
Take the assessment today, and start building a stronger connection with your teen—one that will last a lifetime.