Taming the Overthinker: How DISC Helped Kevin Embrace Decision-Making
Kevin was a brilliant analyst. Known for his attention to detail and high standards, he was the go-to guy when projects needed careful thought. But behind the scenes, his team often found themselves stalled—waiting for Kevin to decide.
He second-guessed ideas, re-checked data repeatedly, and pushed meetings back to “think things through.” Eventually, a project missed its deadline, and Kevin had to face the truth: his desire to get it right was getting in the way of progress.
Wake-Up Call: “Leadership Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All”
After a tense conversation with his director, Kevin received this feedback:
“You’re not being careful—you’re being paralyzed. We don’t need perfect. We need movement.”
This was a jarring realization. He wasn’t leading with clarity—he was leading with fear. He had assumed that good leadership meant being sure, but in reality, it meant being decisive, especially in uncertainty.
That wake-up call pushed him to join a leadership training course that included a DISC behavioral assessment.
The Turning Point: What DISC Revealed
Through the DISC assessment, Kevin discovered he had a High C (Conscientious) profile. He thrived on accuracy, structure, and data. But this also explained his overanalysis and hesitation in fast-moving situations.
“For the first time, I realized my strength was also my stumbling block.”
Instead of beating himself up, he learned to:
🔍 Use structured decision-making frameworks to guide him
🔍 Set time limits on research and evaluation
🔍 Identify when “good enough” was enough to act
🔍 Delegate parts of the decision-making process to quicker-moving team members (like High D or High I types)
Most importantly, Kevin began to trust himself more.
Kevin implemented what he learned immediately:
💡 Introduced decision checkpoints instead of endless reviews
💡 Created clear expectations for timelines with his team
💡 Practiced making small, daily decisions quickly to build confidence
💡 Opened dialogue with his team about their DISC styles, allowing for better collaboration
The result? Projects flowed more smoothly. His team felt empowered. Kevin stopped second-guessing—and started leading.
Do you overanalyze yourself out of opportunities?
You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck.
✨ Understand your DISC style
🧠 Train your brain to trust your strengths
⚙️ Build a strategy for confident decision-making
👉 Ready to tame the overthinker in you?
Book Your DISC Coaching Session Today
Looking forward to helping you step into your full leadership potential.
Best regards,
Checree Bryant
CEO Actuate Consulting
