30. Unearthing Entrepreneurial Success and DISC Insights with Victoria Theriault

The Business of Doing Business with Dwayne Kerrigan

Part 1: In this first part of the episode, Dwayne sits down with Victoria Theriault, the founder of Discovering What Works and the 'Discovering You' podcast. Victoria discusses her personal journey of self-discovery that led her to a passion for DISC coaching, communication, and team-building. She shares her twenty-year evolution of finding happiness and success, underscoring the importance of following one's passions at any stage of life.

The conversation explores the significance of DISC assessments in both personal and professional growth, providing insights into how individuals can improve communication and relationships by understanding different DISC profiles - Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Compliance. This episode serves as a guide for those navigating career changes, seeking a better understanding of DISC, and looking to enhance team dynamics and personal development. Stay tuned for the second part where Victoria delves deeper into the practical applications of DISC coaching and its impact on leadership and team-building.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Finding Your True Calling

05:02 The Power of DISC: A Deep Dive into Behavioural Assessment

07:22 Making the Leap: Transitioning from Employee to Entrepreneur

15:51 The Introvert's Guide to Thriving in Business

23:49 Mastering Team Dynamics with DISC

32:36 Understanding Personality Styles in Communication

34:00 The Power of Perception in Interpersonal Dynamics

35:32 Applying DISC Insights in Sales and Team Building

35:53 Forced Empathy: A Tool for Understanding and Connection

38:42 Practical Tips for Effective Communication Across DISC Profiles

44:58 Deep Dive into High S and C Personalities

54:49 Leveraging DISC for Team Building and Personal Relationships

59:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Connect with Victoria!

Victoria Theriault is the founder and owner of DISCover What Works. She’s a certified Team Facilitator, DISC and EQ Analyst and a Keynote Speaker.

Victoria helps raise individual and team performance as well as notably improve client service. She’s a co-author of the book Pursuit 365, and the creator and host of the DISCovering You podcast which explores the role that personality plays in our interactions at work and beyond, and how it affects us as we navigate through life.

To learn more about Victoria and her business offerings visit or email her at mailto:[e-mail]

https://pod.link/1614071253

https://discoverwhatworks.org/

https://www.facebook.com/VictoriaDISC

https://www.instagram.com/discoverwhatworks/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/discoverwhatworks

Connect with Dwayne Kerrigan

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