Best Careers for S Style DISC Profiles

With so many possible careers in the world, it can be hard to figure out which one is best suited to you. A person’s personality can have a significant impact on the type of careers they are drawn to, although it’s important to note that having a particular personality type doesn’t exclude you from other careers! 

Today, we’ll take a closer look at the Steadiness style, one of the four main styles in the DISC model, and which jobs people with this personality tend to thrive in. 

Firstly, what is DISC?

Originally proposed by psychologist William Moulton Marston in 1928, DISC theory is a way of categorising different behavioural styles. DISC has a long history of being used in personality tests since the mid 20th century and today is used in workplaces all around the world.

The DISC assessment works by providing sets of words asking individuals to select the options that are most relevant and least relevant to their personality. Then, they receive a result that describes their personality in four categories:

• Dominance: these individuals are assertive and competitive. Looking at the bigger picture rather than the fine details, Dominance types are happiest working independently to achieve great results. 
• Influence: individuals with the Influence personality are friendly and collaborative. They are happiest when working with a team and are good at motivating their coworkers with their optimistic demeanour. 
• Steadiness: these individuals are people-oriented, patient, and dependable. Teamwork is one of their strengths and they like creating a routine and sticking to it.
• Compliance: individuals with the Compliance style tend to be logical and analytical, solving problems with extensive research and planning. Methodical and creative, C types prefer jobs where they can work independently often.

Note: many people are a mix of multiple personality types. For example, an individual who takes the DISC assessment may receive the result ‘CD’, meaning that they have some of the traits of both the C personality type and the D type. 

Characteristics of the Steadiness personality type

The ultimate team players, Steadiness personality types are supportive and patient individuals who value harmony and cooperation. While they sometimes appear quiet or reserved at first, people with this DISC profile will open up more as they get to know their team members and will forge strong and productive working relationships. This profile is known for good listening skills – a person with the S personality will often be the individual others go to when they need help with a problem or just need some support. 

Patient and dependable, individuals with the Steadiness personality type prefer a harmonious work environment and a slower pace. It’s not that they can’t handle fast-paced work; they just prefer stability and consistency over rapid change. Steadiness types tend to stick to their routines, preferring to do things the same way they’ve always done them. While this makes them reliable and dependable, it also means that sometimes S types are resistant to change or new ideas. Sometimes, Steadiness types need a lot of encouragement before making changes or taking risks. 

Easy-going and democratic, Steadiness types value consensus in their team. While this makes them good at helping mediate and reconcile conflicts between other team members, they sometimes struggle to raise their own complaints. This may lead to them finding it to deal with conflict in a healthy way, or may manifest as them struggling to say ‘no’ to tasks when they are at capacity. As a result, their avoidance of conflict may lead to greater problems within the team later on. 

Overall, Steadiness profiles are a real asset in a wide range of roles and careers. Supportive, thoughtful, and understanding, these people-oriented individuals make great leaders and team players. 

Want to learn more about the S type personality and its associated traits? Check out our articles about the strengths and limitations of S personalities or the goals and fears of the S style. 

So, which possible careers are best suited to S style individuals? Due to their people-oriented nature, people with the Steadiness personality are great in roles where they are able to work with people, build trusting relationships, and help others. Here are some examples. 

Therapist

As patient and dependable listeners, Steadiness types are well suited to roles such as therapist or counsellor. By building trust with patients, S types are good at creating safe and welcoming environments. Moreover, their love of routine and stability makes high S individuals well suited for these sorts of roles. 

Human Resources Specialist

People-oriented and fair, people with the S DISC personality style are particularly effective in human resources jobs. Because of their democratic nature and tendency to listen carefully before leaping to conclusions or solutions, Steadiness types are good at gaining the trust of their coworkers and resolving other employees’ interpersonal problems. They also enjoy the routine and structure of HR careers which allow them to work at their highest effectiveness.  

Nurse

For many Steadiness types, a meaningful career is one where they can directly help other people. This is why nursing is a popular occupation among many individuals with this personality. Working effectively in a team, S personality styles are able to provide great care and a positive experience for patients. Their measured and calm nature is also beneficial in an otherwise high-stress environment such as a hospital ward. 

Teacher

Due to their nurturing and people-focused personalities, teaching is an ideal job for S types. Whether they’re working with children or adults, individuals with this behavioural style can use their natural patience and easy-going nature to create a welcoming and stable environment for their students. These individuals are also very attentive to the needs of other people, which makes them proactive and effective in teaching positions. 

Customer-facing roles

Finally, S types are well suited to customer service and other customer-facing jobs. Respectful and empathetic, they’re good at winning the trust of customers, listening to their problems, and providing them with helpful support. 

Take the DISC assessment

Want to learn more about your DISC profile and possible career paths? Interested in using DISC to improve communication, conflict resolution, and leadership within your team?

Here at DISC Group we combine the tried-and-tested DISC model with the power of emotional intelligence to provide valuable and actionable insights into all behavioural styles. Book a DISC consultation or use one of our unique DISC profile reports to bring the power of DISC to your workplace.