Listen "The Growth Zone"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Victoria takes a deep dive into The Growth Zone. Along the way, Victoria has a spontaneous on-the-fly moment, connecting DISC factors to the four common responses to perceived threats: Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn—a completely unscripted insight!The conversation also ties into Carol Dweck’s Growth Mindset (See Episode 9). The episode is packed with psychological insights, personal stories, and practical strategies to help listeners take small, meaningful steps toward growth.Did you watch the Oscars on Sunday? You know what’s coming…here’s DISC as Academy Awards.High D – The Substance. Intense, controversialHigh I – Wicked. Fun, emotionalHigh S – I’m Still Here. Themes of persistence and familyHigh C – Conclave. Themes of tradition and orderTimestamps:[00:00:00] - Podcast intro and mood check-in[00:01:32] - DISC as Academy Awards[00:01:53] - Introduction to the Growth Zone concept[00:02:57] - Fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses[00:05:00] - The four zones: comfort, fear, learning, and growth[00:06:09] - Self-awareness and leaving your comfort zone[00:07:39] - Benefits of leaving your comfort zone[00:07:51] - Self-actualization[00:08:22] - Growth mindset[00:10:33] - Resilience[00:11:00] - Self-efficacy[00:12:24] - Tips for reaching the growth zone[00:12:30] - Reframing stress[00:17:27] - Personal examples and reflections[00:21:00] – OutroPoll: What’s one small step you can take today to move out of your Comfort Zone and into Growth?If you're interested in learning more about team building, coaching, strategic hiring and onboarding, let's [email protected]://pod.link/1614071253https://discoverwhatworks.org/https://www.facebook.com/VictoriaDISChttps://www.instagram.com/discoverwhatworks/https://www.linkedin.com/in/discoverwhatworksMentioned in this episode:How to work with Victoria Theriault and DISCover What Works Fast Facts
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