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      Understanding Communication Styles in DNA Behavior

      The four primary communication styles identified through DNA Behavior's behavioral insights—Take Charge, Outgoing, Patient, and Planned.

      The 4 Primary Communication Styles

      Our Communication insights are based on a participant’s top four T-scores from the DNA Discovery Process, revealing powerful behavioral cues that enhance engagement and performance. Research shows that the dominant style among these four reflects how a person naturally expresses themselves, responds to others, and prefers to process information. Here’s a quick guide:

      1. Take Charge

      Strengths: Direct, candid, goal-oriented
      Challenges: Can be too forceful or abrupt
      What They Want: Options, clear outcomes, and the bottom line

      How to Engage:

      • Be concise and skip the small talk

      • Provide bullet points and clear options

      • Focus on goals and results

      • Recognize their influence and leadership

      2. Outgoing

      Strengths: Open, enthusiastic, expressive
      Challenges: May overshare or lose focus
      What They Want: Energy, connections, big-picture ideas

      How to Engage:

      • Keep the tone upbeat and meetings relaxed

      • Use visuals and stories

      • Talk about lifestyle benefits and shared values

      • Make decisions collaboratively

      3. Patient

      Strengths: Empathetic, calm, supportive
      Challenges: May avoid conflict or over compromise
      What They Want: Stability, trust, emotional connection

      How to Engage:

      • Speak gently and allow space to process

      • Show empathy and care

      • Provide step-by-step guidance

      • Build rapport through personal connection

      4. Planned

      Strengths: Analytical, precise, detail-oriented
      Challenges: Can be overly serious or slow to decide
      What They Want: Facts, structure, data-backed conclusions

      How to Engage:

      • Offer well-researched insights

      • Keep discussions organized and practical

      • Avoid vague ideas—get specific

      • Be transparent and consistent

      Apply These Insights Daily

      Understanding and adapting to someone’s communication style increases the likelihood of meaningful, effective interactions. Whether you’re facilitating a meeting or nurturing a client relationship, use this guide to communicate in a way that truly resonates.

      📥 Download the DNA Unlocking Relationship Guide (PDF) for in-depth tips and examples for each communication style.