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Maybe You Crave a Leader Who Truly Listens and Supports You?
Embark on a journey with Julie South as she explores the complexities of the DISC personality types and how they mesh with the harmonious ACCEPTING Leader.
In this episode, you'll discover the warm, inclusive world of the ACCEPTING Leader.
Julie South peels back the layers of the DISC Flow® framework to reveal how this people-focused personality type strives for positive team environments.
The Essence of DISC Flow®: Your research-backed and science-based personality profiling tool used to understand behaviours, communication styles, and work preferences.
Meet the ACCEPTING Leader:
The outgoing, enthusiastic motivator who inspires through appreciation and creating supportive team bonds.
The ACCEPTING Leader's Influence:
Empower with Dominance: Learn how they boost confidence in fast-paced D personalities to unlock potential.Harmonise with Influence: See how they connect through humour and wit with fellow I-types.Steady the Steadfast: Find out how their patient, collaborative approach gels with S types.Consider Conscientiousness: Understand how they value analytical C's objective data inputs.The Potential Pitfalls: Julie examines the ACCEPTING Leader's tendency to avoid confrontation and indecisiveness when firm decisions are required.
Hit 'play' to gain insights into working effectively with an accepting leader while navigating potential blind spots.
About DISC-Flow®
DISC is a research-backed and science-based personality profiling tool used to understand our behaviours, communication styles, and work preferences. It’s about understanding what makes you – and the people you work with – tick.

Julie South is a DISC Flow® Certified Trainer, who describes DISC-Flow® profiling as being like having a cheat sheet to better understand yourself and other people. When you know this, it helps you play to your personality strengths, work better in teams, and communicate better.

If you’re keen to find out what your personal DISC type is, what type of leader you are, or what your clinic’s team composition looks like, then get in touch with Julie to find out what's involved.

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Ever felt the electric buzz of working under a leader whose sheer presence can light up a room?

Embark on a journey with Julie South as she breaks down the complexities of the DISC personality types and how they mesh with the whirlwind that is the INSPIRING Leader.

In this episode, you'll discover the dynamic world of the INSPIRING Leader. 

Julie South peels back the layers of the DISC Flow framework to reveal how one personality type can make waves and inspire action in every corner of their world.
The Essence of DISC Flow: your research-backed and science-based personality profiling tool used to understand behaviours, communication styles, and work preferences. Meet the INSPIRING LeaderThe INSPIRING Leader’s Influence: Dare with Dominance: Learn how they challenge and motivate the fast paced task-focussed D personalities.Ignite Influence: See how they connect and spark enthusiasm in their fellow I-types.Steady the Steadfast: Find out how they provide support and encouragement to S types.Converse with Conscientiousness: Understand their approach to engaging and inspiring the analytical C types.The Impact Ripple Effect: Julie includes real-life examples of how INSPIRING Leaders leave their indelible marks on their teams and clinics.Hit 'play' to unravel how the INSPIRING Leader can be the catalyst for change and growth within any veterinary clinic dynamic.
🎧 Tune in, transform your perspective, and take your leadership to new heights! 🚀
About DISC-Flow®
DISC is a research-backed and science-based personality profiling tool used to understand our behaviours, communication styles, and work preferences. It’s about understanding what makes you – and the people you work with – tick.

Julie South is a DISC Flow® Certified Trainer, who describes DISC-Flow® profiling as being like having a cheat sheet to better understand yourself and other people. When you know this, it helps you play to your personality strengths, work better in teams, and communicate better.

If you’re keen to find out what your personal DISC type is, what type of leader you are, or what your clinic’s team composition looks like, then get in touch with Julie to find out what's involved.

How to get more bang for your recruitment advertising buck
This is what VetStaff is really good at so if you'd like to stretch your recruitment dollar, please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetStaff can help you with.
How to shine online as a good employer
If you’d like to shine online as a good employer to attract the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic please get in touch with Julie because thi...

Have you ever considered the impact your personality has on your leadership style?

This week, we unravel the traits of "Dynamic" leaders, shedding light on how such leaders thrive on challenge and spearhead teams toward lofty goals.

We navigate the complex relationships between Dynamic leaders and the DISC personality types they manage, discussing how to create a synergetic environment despite the contrasting needs of the Ds, Is, Ss, and Cs on the team.

Discover how to balance the fast pace of a Dynamic leader with the meticulous attention to detail that types like Julie's husband embodies. 

Relating to the D Personality Type
Dynamic leaders relate well to the direct, decisive D (Dominance) personality type. Ds are motivated by driving towards bold outcomes. However, Ds also want autonomy in decision-making. They can clash with Dynamics who come across as too controlling.
Relating to the I Personality Type
Influencing (I) types align with Dynamics’ charismatic inspiration towards future visions.  However, I's value collaboration and want involvement in solution planning. They can feel dismissed when Dynamics charge ahead independently without team buy-in.

Relating to the S Personality Type
Steadiness (S) types appreciate Dynamics taking the initiative on problems. However, the rapid pace of change conflicts with their preference for predictable progress. When Dynamics drive too much change too quickly, S types feel anxious and unsettled.

Relating to the C Personality Type
Compliance (C) types relate to the Dynamics’ analytical approach to decisions and innovations.  However, Dynamics' desire for fast change often overlooks Cs need for research, accuracy, and risk mitigation planning. Cs feel Dynamics dismiss their quality control concerns.



VetStaffleading veterinary sector recruitment in New Zealand | veterinarians | locums | nursesDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.About DISC-Flow®
DISC is a research-backed and science-based personality profiling tool used to understand our behaviours, communication styles, and work preferences. It’s about understanding what makes you – and the people you work with – tick.

Julie South is a DISC Flow® Certified Trainer, who describes DISC-Flow® profiling as being like having a cheat sheet to better understand yourself and other people. When you know this, it helps you play to your personality strengths, work better in teams, and communicate better.

If you’re keen to find out what your personal DISC type is, what type of leader you are, or what your clinic’s team composition looks like, then get in touch with Julie to find out what's involved.

How to get more bang for your recruitment advertising buck
This is what VetStaff is really good at so if you'd like to stretch your recruitment dollar, please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetStaff can help you with.
How to shine online as a good employer
If you’d like to shine online as a good employer to attract the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic please get in touch with Julie because thi...

Welcome to part 1 of an 8-episode series exploring the 8 DISC leadership styles: Commanding, Dynamic, Inspiring, Accepting, Accommodating, Modest, Methodical and Perfectionist.

Kicking off the series, your host Julie South, a Certified DISC Coach and Resilience Trainer for veterinary professionals, dives into the hard-driving mindset of Commanding Leaders.


What motivates you at work – an ambitious pace-setter or a patient mentor?

Do rapid-fire decisions ignite your potential or make you want to tune out?

Discover techniques to collaborate with Commanding Leaders while avoiding friction with other personality types.


In this actionable first episode, learn how Dominant “D-type" Commanding Leaders:


Confidently take charge in crisis mode Set the pace through rapid decisionsMotivate and reward drive towards bold goalsYou’ll also hear tips on how Commanding Leaders can better interact with every DISC style on their veterinary team from like-minded Dominant colleagues to detail-oriented Compliance members.


Whether you’re leading the pack or seeking to harmonise, join Certified DISC Trainer and Resilience Coach Julie South in part 1 to maximise your and your team's potential!

Contact Julie South


About DISC-Flow®
DISC is a research-backed and science-based personality profiling tool used to understand our behaviours, communication styles, and work preferences. It’s about understanding what makes you – and the people you work with – tick.

Julie South is a DISC Flow® Certified Trainer, who describes DISC-Flow® profiling as being like having a cheat sheet to better understand yourself and other people. When you know this, it helps you play to your personality strengths, work better in teams, and communicate better.

If you’re keen to find out what your personal DISC type is, what type of leader you are, or what your clinic’s team composition looks like, then get in touch with Julie to find out what's involved.

How to get more bang for your recruitment advertising buck
This is what VetStaff is really good at so if you'd like to stretch your recruitment dollar, please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetStaff can help you with.
How to shine online as a good employer
If you’d like to shine online as a good employer to attract the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic please get in touch with Julie because thi...

Have you ever felt knocked off balance by a difficult life event or emotional outburst? What if, instead of being victims of these occasional triggers, we could develop the skills to harness them as teachers on our path to growth?
In the latest episode of the Vet Staff Podcast, host Julie South examines this compelling concept of transforming our triggers to build emotional resilience. With an influx of calls from veterinarians blaming external factors for their struggles, she spotlights the critical need for inner work and self-inquiry.
This episode promises a way forward, guiding on how to break free from self-destructive patterns. Want to build self-awareness around your emotional triggers? Keep reading for an overview of the key takeaways.
Defining Negative Affect
Involves emotions like anger, anxiety, guiltSuppressing makes things worse long-termChildhood Coping Strategies
We often maintain unhealthy mechanisms from early onNeed to take responsibility as adultsBlaming Others and Geographical Escapes
Repeating negative cycles in new places without self-workDangers of “doing a geographical”Building Emotional Intelligence
Introduces tool “DISC Flow” to understand behavioural triggersFosters self-awareness and communication skillsBy courageously examining our triggers, we can unlock lasting resilience. 

Satisfy your intrigue by listening now to learn constructive strategies.
About DISC-Flow®
DISC is a research-backed and science-based personality profiling tool used to understand our behaviours, communication styles, and work preferences. It’s about understanding what makes you – and the people you work with – tick.

Julie South is a DISC Flow® Certified Trainer, who describes DISC-Flow® profiling as being like having a cheat sheet to better understand yourself and other people. When you know this, it helps you play to your personality strengths, work better in teams, and communicate better.

If you’re keen to find out what your personal DISC type is, what type of leader you are, or what your clinic’s team composition looks like, then get in touch with Julie to find out what's involved.

How to get more bang for your recruitment advertising buck
This is what VetStaff is really good at so if you'd like to stretch your recruitment dollar, please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetStaff can help you with.
How to shine online as a good employer
If you’d like to shine online as a good employer to attract the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic please get in touch with Julie because thi...

Do you struggle with negative self-talk and pessimism? 

Are you looking for ways to boost your resilience against the stresses of veterinary work? 

Would you like to transform doubts into optimism using personal affirmations?
In this insightful episode of the Vet Staff Podcast - the final in this four-part series - host Julie South focuses on the power of optimism affirmations to build resilience for veterinary professionals. 

She explains how to create personalised affirmation statements that rewrite negative self-talk and reframe challenges into growth opportunities.
Julie South provides examples of “even though,,,” affirmations that acknowledge difficult situations yet open possibilities for moving forward. 

Listen as she guides you in constructing your own library of uplifting mantras tailored to specific scenarios you face at work or in life.
Tune in to learn practical methods of turning pessimism into strengthened resilience over time.  

Consciously using affirmations allows veterinary professionals to pull the brakes on destructive thoughts and continually reinforce their emotional fortitude during daily stresses.
About DISC-Flow®
DISC is a research-backed and science-based personality profiling tool used to understand our behaviours, communication styles, and work preferences. It’s about understanding what makes you – and the people you work with – tick.

Julie South is a DISC Flow® Certified Trainer, who describes DISC-Flow® profiling as being like having a cheat sheet to better understand yourself and other people. When you know this, it helps you play to your personality strengths, work better in teams, and communicate better.

If you’re keen to find out what your personal DISC type is, what type of leader you are, or what your clinic’s team composition looks like, then get in touch with Julie to find out what's involved.

How to get more bang for your recruitment advertising buck
This is what VetStaff is really good at so if you'd like to stretch your recruitment dollar, please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetStaff can help you with.
How to shine online as a good employer
If you’d like to shine online as a good employer to attract the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic please get in touch with Julie because thi...