Combination CD: Rules

C:D CASUAL OR CAREFUL WITH RULES

The C and D factor combination provides insight into how someone views rules.

• If someone’s C is higher than their D, they’re casual with rules. The high C means they’re agreeable and easygoing and the low D means they’re informal and uninhibited, so rules are seen more as guidelines.

• If someone’s D is higher than their C, they’re careful with rules. The high D means they’re precise and thorough and the low C means they’re driving and intense, so they’re concerned with accuracy, punctuality, and adhering to the rules.

  
  

C > D | Casual with Rules

• Persistent

• Casual

• Stable

• Limited concern about rules or details

• Comfortable with ambiguity

• Easygoing

• Relaxed

D > C | Careful with Rules

• Conscientious

• Thorough

• Precise

• Concerned with rules and accuracy

• Strong follow-up

• Strict about punctuality and correctness

• Comfortable with clarity

Workplace Behaviors

C>D Casual with Rules

• Following or Enforcing Rules: Rules are general guidelines; patient, relaxed approach

• Working with Structure: Structure is a guide, comfortable with ambiguity

• Dealing with Deadlines: Deadlines are negotiable; persistent, may not hit deadline – sticks with it until result is achieved

D>C Careful with Rules

• Following or Enforcing Rules: Rules are here to be followed, literal interpretation of information

• Working with Structure: Comfortable with clarity, will work within a structure

• Dealing with Deadlines: Deadlines are rigid; strict with punctuality and will be accurate