One Message, Many Listeners: How Jen Adapted Her Style for a Diverse Team
Jen prided herself on being thorough. As a team leader, she believed that giving context and details helped avoid confusion. But her meetings often ran long, her team seemed disengaged, and people still kept asking the same questions afterward.
She couldn’t understand it—she was giving so much information, yet clarity remained elusive.
The more she explained, the less they seemed to retain.
Wake-Up Call: When Communication Turns into Noise
The shift happened when her new team member—a high-energy, results-oriented type—blurted out after a meeting:
“Jen, I respect your process… but by the time you get to the point, I’m already tuning out.”
It stung. But it also opened her eyes.
Jen realized her flaw wasn’t a lack of care—it was over-communication without connection. She was using one long-winded message for everyone, assuming more words meant more clarity.
But different people needed different things from her communication—and she wasn’t delivering.
The Shift: Using DISC to Communicate with Precision
Jen enrolled in a DISC-Based Communication Coaching Program, aimed at helping leaders tailor their style for greater impact.
Here’s what changed:
📝 She discovered her dominant style was Conscientious: analytical, detailed, and thorough—but often overwhelming to more direct or fast-paced styles.
📝 She learned how to identify others’ DISC styles in real-time and adapt her delivery.
📝 She began framing her messages with intention—what matters, who it’s for, and how to land it simply.
The result? Meetings got shorter. Emails became clearer. Engagement improved. Jen wasn’t just talking—she was connecting.
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Looking forward to helping you step into your full leadership potential.
Best regards,
Checree Bryant
CEO Actuate Consulting
