Stable profiles are associated with the color green: calm, grass, nature, etc. They are on the right-hand side of the DISCp4 color wheel and are therefore people-oriented, like Influential profiles, but more introverted. There's a difference between Stable and Influential profiles in the way they relate to people: Stable profiles truly care about people, whereas Influential profiles are more interested in the communication process.

Stable profiles talk softly and sometimes need to be asked to speak up, especially on the telephone. When they have something to say, which is rare, it captivates people's attention due to its relevance. If they address the other participants at a meeting, their seriousness earns a respectful silence.

Stable profiles struggle to manage stress and, unlike Dominant profiles who favor rapid action, they need time to take in new information and respond effectively. Putting pressure on a Stable profile can paralyze rather than motivate them.

Stable profiles often put the needs of others before their own, bringing to mind the altruistic devotion of figures such as Mother Teresa or the stereotypical good parent. It's hard for them to refuse help, and they are willing to give up their own tasks to assist their loved ones when they need it.

Stable profiles are characterized by their calm, measured behavior. Their mood remains constant and they communicate without raising their voices or making excessive gestures, often keeping their hands by their sides or in their pockets. Although they appear stoic when under stress, pressure actually has a profound impact on them, even if they don't show it.

Stable profiles are modest and prefer to avoid the spotlight. They are uncomfortable with public compliments, preferring discreet, personal acknowledgements. However, they are happy to see their team publicly recognized and appreciated and this is more important to them than their own image.

Stable profiles, although usually calm and helpful, can sometimes react vehemently. Since they tend to bottle up frustrations and criticism without expressing their dissatisfaction, their stress levels can build up and eventually explode if further pressure is added or they hear a harmless comment directed at a member of their team or family, which acts as the final straw.

Recognizing their characteristics

Their emails

Length: Moderate, ensures all necessary information is included to avoid misunderstandings.

Attachments: Provided to ensure the recipient has all necessary elements to understand the context.

Signature: Polite and comprehensive, often including an offer of further assistance.

Sign-off: Respectful and considerate ("Best regards", "Respectfully").

Greeting: Polite and formal, respecting social norms.

Structure: Structured for clarity, with attention to detail to avoid confusion.

Celebrities

Many celebrities have a red profile to some extent: Mandy Moore, David Beckham, Bobby Ewing (Dallas), Mahatma Gandhi, Mr. Sulu (Star Trek), Princess Kate (Duchess of Cambridge), Michael J. Fox, Halle Berry, Matthew Broderick, Tom Brokaw, Peyton Manning, Jimmy Fallon, Rajesh (Big Bang Theory) and plenty of others...

Lectures

• Poignées de main et regards ?
• La communication non-verbale de la personnalité stable
• Comment communiquer efficacement par mail avec le profil DISC stable ?
• Les profils DISC des stars

Lectures

Mementos

These mementos summarize the major characteristics of DISCp4 profiles. They form the ideal complement for understanding test results and adapting your communication according to the context.

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