Strengths Finder 2.0

Synopsis

StrengthsFinder 2.0 features an access code for the new and upgraded version of the StrengthsFinder program, the main selling point of mega-bestseller Now, Discover Your Strengths (over a million copies sold).

Do you have the opportunity to do what you do best every day?

Chances are, you don't. All too often, our natural talents go untapped. From the cradle to the cubicle, we devote more time to fixing our shortcomings than to developing our strengths.

To help people uncover their talents, Gallup introduced the first version of its online assessment, StrengthsFinder, in the 2001 management book Now, Discover Your Strengths. The book spent more than five years on bestseller lists and ignited a global conversation, while StrengthsFinder helped millions discover their top five talents.

In StrengthsFinder 2.0, Gallup unveils the new and improved version of its popular assessment, language of 34 themes, and much more. While you can read this book in one sitting, you'll use it as a reference for decades.

Loaded with hundreds of strategies for applying your strengths, this new book and accompanying website will change the way you look at yourself-and the world around you-forever.

• A new and upgraded edition of the StrengthsFinder assessment.
• A personalized Strengths Discovery and Action-Planning Guide for applying your strengths in the next week, month, and year.
• A more customized version of your top five theme report.
• 50 Ideas for Action (10 strategies for building on each of your top five themes).

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction to StrengthsFinder 2.0

* Introduces the concept of CliftonStrengths, a suite of 34 behavioral themes that describe an individual's natural talents and strengths.
* Highlights the importance of building on strengths rather than focusing on weaknesses.
* Real Example: Sarah discovers that her top strength is Empathy when she consistently demonstrates the ability to understand and relate to others' emotions.

Chapter 2: The 34 CliftonStrengths Themes

* Delves into the four domains of CliftonStrengths: Executing, Influencing, Relationship Building, and Strategic Thinking.
* Describes each of the 34 themes, providing definitions and real-world examples.
* Real Example: David's top strength, Command, is evident in his ability to take charge and lead others effectively.

Chapter 3: Discovering Your CliftonStrengths

* Guides the reader through the process of taking the CliftonStrengths assessment.
* Explains how to interpret the results and identify top strengths.
* Real Example: After completing the assessment, Emily realizes that her key strengths include Adaptability and Communication.

Chapter 4: The Power of Your Signature Themes

* Explores the concept of Signature Themes, which are the five strengths that most define an individual's natural potential.
* Discusses the importance of understanding and leveraging these strengths.
* Real Example: Amy's top five strengths form her Signature Themes of Achiever, Strategic, Focus, Responsibility, and Futuristic.

Chapter 5: Building on Your Strengths

* Provides practical tips for developing and utilizing CliftonStrengths in different areas of life, including work, relationships, and personal growth.
* Encourages the reader to seek opportunities to apply strengths and embrace challenges as learning experiences.
* Real Example: Peter uses his strength of Communication to build strong relationships with his team, improving collaboration and productivity.

Chapter 6: The Power of Teams

* Emphasizes the benefits of having a team with diverse strengths.
* Explains how to identify the strengths of team members and create a cohesive work environment.
* Real Example: A project team combines the strengths of Analytical, Learner, Maximizer, and Discipline to develop an innovative solution.

Chapter 7: The StrengthsFinder for Parents

* Guides parents in understanding and fostering their children's CliftonStrengths.
* Provides strategies for building on strengths and creating a positive and growth-oriented environment.
* Real Example: A mother helps her teenage son develop his strength of Creativity by encouraging him to experiment with new hobbies and artistic pursuits.

Chapter 8: The StrengthsFinder for Leaders

* Offers insights for leaders on how to use CliftonStrengths to improve their effectiveness.
* Discusses the importance of understanding the strengths of team members and creating a culture of strength development.
* Real Example: A manager uses the strengths of her team to delegate responsibilities effectively, leading to increased productivity and engagement.