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Season 9, Episode 1: A Fresh Look at Competencies

Welcome to Season 9 of the DISCy Chicks! In our first episode, Cindy and Martha dive into the exciting updates to the TTI Success Insights competencies model.

TTISI has reorganized its 23 competencies into three important domains: Working Skills, Thinking Skills, and Relationship Skills. We explore what these changes mean, why understanding competencies matters for personal and professional development. We answer the questions How are Competencies different than DISC? and Which on is more important?

Join us as we kick off a new season filled with practical insights, fresh perspectives, and plenty of DISC—and beyond!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How the 23 competencies are organized into three domains
• Why competencies are important to workplace success
• What to expect from the DISCy Chicks in Season 9

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Episode 9: Beyond the Letters — Busting DISC Myths

In this episode of DiscyChicks, we tackle some of the biggest misconceptions about DISC and why reducing people to a single letter misses the entire point. From “High Ds are bossy” to “High Ss avoid conflict,” we unpack the truths behind the stereotypes and explain how DISC is meant to create awareness—not excuses.

We discuss:

• What DISC actually measures
• Why behavior is adaptive and situational
• Common myths about D, I, S, and C styles
• How labels can limit growth and damage communication
• Why flexibility is the real superpower of DISC

Key takeaway: DISC should help us understand people better—not put them in boxes.

“DISC doesn’t define you—but how you use it might.”

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Remote work didn’t create communication challenges—it magnified them. In this episode, the DISCy Chicks break down how each DISC style shows up in virtual meetings and why those differences matter more than ever. From D types who want to move fast and make decisions, to I types who bring energy and connection, to S styles who listen and support, and C styles who crave structure and clarity—everyone is approaching the same Zoom call from a completely different lens.

We dig into how these differences can easily lead to misinterpretation. A D’s urgency can feel like impatience, an I’s enthusiasm can come across as interrupting, and an S’s quiet presence may be mistaken for disengagement. Meanwhile, C styles can become frustrated when meetings lack organization or clear outcomes. Without the visual and relational cues of in-person work, these gaps widen—and teams can start to feel disconnected or ineffective.

The good news? A few intentional shifts can make a big difference. Clear agendas are a game-changer, helping C styles feel prepared, giving D styles a sense of efficiency, and creating space for I styles to connect and S styles to contribute. Strong facilitation also matters—balancing participation by drawing out quieter voices while keeping dominant personalities in check helps maintain both productivity and engagement.

Ultimately, remote work requires more empathy and adaptability from everyone. When teams understand and respect different DISC styles, communication improves and collaboration becomes more natural. We also explore how technology—like meeting assistants and collaboration tools—can support better structure and follow-through, while still leaving room for the human connection that keeps teams thriving.