CliftonStrength: Activator
Oh how I wish I had an Activator in my team! They’re pretty cool people. I love their energy. They take action and make things happen. People with the Activator theme are always ready to jump into action and get things started, often with a sense of urgency. They help overcome the inertia people like […]
CliftonStrength: Achiever
Have you ever been around an Achiever? They are driven people, forging ahead, making goals, attaining those goals, a force of nature! Exceptional in a team setting, they drive the team forward. Nina Simone, one of the most influential and iconic musicians of the 20th century. Nina Simone Musician, Activist Achiever Throughout her career, Simone […]
What do race, gender, and nationality indicate about your strengths?
NOT MUCH AS IT TURNS OUT. The characteristics of a your demographic group do not determine your potential strengths. You have as much chance of possessing any of the 34 CliftonStrengths themes as anyone else. The primary disparity between demographic groups is based on gender, specifically in regards to only two of the strengths: Analytical […]
My Heroes 1: My Mum
Sunday is Mother’s Day and I can’t think of anyone I’d rather start My Heroes blog posts off with than my Mum and everything I love best about her (that makes her a formidable Mentor). I thought it might be fun to guess some of her top CliftonStrengths from 50+ years of observing her natural […]
Ok, Ok, I get it. I’m the Manager. WHAT DO I DO NOW?
Manager: Hi, I’ve wanted to lead my team effectively, to have that sweet high-performing team you’ve been talking about, so I’m looking for some guidance. Me: Absolutely! Let’s go. Manager: That sounds great. Are there any specific insights or strategies that you think would be especially helpful for me? Me: How’s your trust-building and transparency […]
It’s the Manager who FOSTERS GREAT COMMUNICATION
Effective communication is the cornerstone of a successful organization. Whether it’s conveying expectations, providing feedback, or simply keeping team members informed, communication is crucial to achieving business goals. However, research shows that when it comes to communication in the workplace, it’s the manager who is responsible. According to Gallup’s “It’s the Manager” report, managers are […]
The Manager creates a POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT
Have you heard of Barry-Wehmiller? Chances are that you have not. Barry-Wehmiller is a global capital equipment and consulting firm based in St. Louis, Missouri. So what? They are one of the companies I aspire my company to grow up to be like. Their story is compelling, I’d encourage you to check out their CEO, […]
The Manager DEVELOPS TALENT
“Success without a successor is no success at all”, is something I heard very early on in my career. I wasn’t managing anyone then but took it to heart and it is always in my mind. To champion the development of others around me has been one of the chief joys of any position I […]
It’s the Manager who drives TEAM MEMBER ENGAGEMENT
In today’s competitive job market, EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT has become a critical factor in the success of any organisation. Engaged employees are more productive, loyal, and committed to achieving their company’s goals. Seek.com, a leading online employment marketplace, has taken employee engagement to a new level by using the CliftonStrengths framework, with its leaders and managers […]
It’s the Manager who SETS THE TONE
In today’s vastly different workplace environment, you, as a manager or team leader, play a critical role in shaping the culture and success of your organisation. You are responsible for creating a work environment that fosters productivity, collaboration, and innovation among your teams. According to Gallup, the global analytics and advisory firm, you are the […]