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The first of the DISC 'axes' lies between the opposites of Assertiveness and Passivity. This section discusses these two important elements.
| While reading these discussions of Assertiveness and Passivity, bear in mind that we are discussing two opposite ends of an axis. Some people are more Assertive than others, for example, while others fall right in the middle of the axis (we might characterise such people as 'even-tempered'). The Assertiveness/Passivity axis measures the ways in which people react to their environment, and specifically whether they take a pro-active or reactive approach. |
Assertiveness
Assertive people are pro-active and direct. They lead rather than follow, and like to take immediate action whenever they can. They believe in grasping opportunities and making their own way. Often independent and commanding, they prefer to give orders rather than take them, and will issue instructions rather than ask for cooperation.
Passivity
The opposite of Assertiveness, Passivity describes people who are patient and cautious. They prefer to avoid taking risks, and rarely take definitive action unless the pressure to do so is unavoidable. They dislike change or surprise, and will seek calm, predictable situations.
See also...
Two Behavioural Axes
The Biaxial Model of DISC
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