The Recovering Engineer
MAY 22, 2010
As I see it, choosing a behavior, word, or tone that will improve your communication effectiveness is not a moral or ethical issue. In answering this question, I often refer to a Thomas Jefferson quote: In matters of style, swim with the current. In matters of principle, stand like a rock. It is just a matter of style.
The Recovering Engineer
MARCH 12, 2010
It has no moral or ethical standing on its own. I think, as you indicated, that the problem lies not with the tool itself but with the application of the tool. The DISC model is just an observation about human nature and human behavior. It is just like any other tool. For example, I can use a hammer to build a house or to attack my neighbor.
The Recovering Engineer
JUNE 27, 2010
If you see a moral or ethical dilemma, get out of the organization. As a leader with the responsibility to carry out policy decisions made by others, do your arguing, debating, and persuading in private. When you are in public, show your support and commitment to the organization’s vision and mission.
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