Discipline

Introduction

People with the Clifton Strengths theme of Discipline are known for their ability to create structure and routine in their lives. They are highly organized and have a strong sense of responsibility, which makes them reliable and dependable.

Key Traits

• Highly organized
• Strong sense of responsibility
• Reliable and dependable
• Thrive in structured environments
• Excellent time management skills
• Detail-oriented
• Consistent in their work

How to Spot Them

You can spot people with the Discipline theme by looking for the following behaviors:

• They have a well-organized workspace and schedule.
• They are always on time and meet deadlines.
• They have a routine that they stick to.
• They are detail-oriented and pay attention to the small things.
• They are consistent in their work and rarely make mistakes.

How to Work with Them

When working with someone who has the Discipline theme, it’s important to:

• Provide them with clear expectations and deadlines.
• Give them the tools and resources they need to stay organized.
• Respect their need for structure and routine.
• Recognize and appreciate their reliability and consistency.
• Encourage them to share their organizational skills with others.

How Not to Work with Them

To avoid conflicts when working with someone who has the Discipline theme, it’s important not to:

• Be disorganized or unreliable.
• Change plans or deadlines without notice.
• Disrespect their need for structure and routine.
• Micromanage them or question their methods.
• Dismiss their attention to detail as unnecessary.

How to Make Them Shine

To help someone with the Discipline theme shine, you can:

• Give them tasks that require attention to detail and consistency.
• Recognize and appreciate their reliability and consistency.
• Encourage them to share their organizational skills with others.
• Provide them with opportunities to create structure and routine in their work.
• Allow them to take the lead on projects that require a high level of organization and planning.