For this month’s blog we spoke with Ali Anderson, former CEO of Illawarra ITEC, about the insights she and her team gained into the power of understanding through our Everything DiSC Management Workshop.
Understanding and managing diverse personality types can be a formidable challenge in the ever-evolving landscape of business leadership. This is a truth that Ali Anderson, former CEO of the Illawarra ITEC, discovered upon taking the helm of that organisation. Faced with a team of varied personalities and new leaders, Ali recognised the necessity of improving interpersonal dynamics & communication within her management team. This realisation led her to enrol her managers in the Everything DiSC Management Workshop, a decision that profoundly transformed her approach to leadership.
Everything DiSC Management Workshop: A Catalyst for Change
“When I came on board, I inherited a lot of different staff with a lot of different personality types,” Ali explained. “We brought on a lot of new staff at the same time, including new leaders. One of the things we identified was that we didn’t necessarily know how to best work with different personality types, and that’s really important in a leadership role.”
The need to understand and effectively manage a diverse team was a pressing concern for Ali. She knew that her managers needed to develop a deeper understanding of both their own and their team members’ behavioural styles, in order to foster a cohesive & productive work environment. The Everything DiSC Management Workshop promised to equip them with this crucial knowledge.
Delivering Leadership insights
The workshop, delivered by the highly experienced Judy Barker, offered insights that went beyond traditional management training. “I think what surprised me most about the course was understanding that sometimes people that you think will be really suited to a management role, because of their different personality type, may in fact be better suited to a task-focused role,” Ali reflected. “So, identifying that in the leadership team where things needed to step up or dial down a little bit, it was really good to understand that about the different managers.”
This revelation was pivotal. The course enabled Ali and her managers to tailor their leadership approach based on individual personality traits, thereby enhancing their ability to motivate and guide their team members effectively. It underscored the importance of adaptability in leadership—a lesson that resonated deeply with Ali.
The Unique Value of Judy’s Expertise
A significant factor that set the Everything DiSC Management Workshop apart was Judy’s exceptional facilitation. “We loved the course that was delivered by Judy,” Ali enthused. “Judy is a very experienced professional and in her role as the owner of the company, she has worked with so many different companies and so many different personality types.”
Judy’s wealth of experience and engaging storytelling brought the course content to life. “What makes somebody a great trainer is having all of those anecdotal stories to tell,” Ali noted. “People can identify with the stories that she tells, so it’s not just about a manual or a piece of paper. It’s about ‘this happened to this personality type’, and ‘here are some tips and tricks for an introvert to work with a supporter’ – and I think that really brings the course to life.”
What can the course offer me?
The impact of the workshop on Ali’s organisation was profound, providing her team with the tools they needed to navigate the complexities of diverse personalities and enhance their leadership effectiveness. Ali offered this resounding encouragement for those contemplating whether or not to enrol: “I would highly recommend this course to anyone in a leadership role”. “It’s an eye-opening experience that equips you with practical strategies to understand and manage different personality types within your team”, she asserted.
The Everything DiSC Management Workshop stands out as a transformative experience for leaders seeking to improve their interpersonal skills and foster a more harmonious & productive work environment. As Ali Anderson’s testimonial illustrates, the workshop offers invaluable insights and practical strategies that can significantly enhance leadership effectiveness.
Don’t miss the opportunity to elevate your leadership skills and transform your team’s dynamics. Sign up here for our next Everything DiSC Management Workshop, scheduled for August 30. Empower yourself and your team with the knowledge & tools to thrive in today’s diverse workplace.
Join us and just like Ali – discover the power of understanding.