Being your best self means playing to your strengths at work and everywhere else.
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The 34 CliftonStrengths Themes Explain Your Talent DNA
When you take the CliftonStrengths assessment, you uncover your unique combination of 34 CliftonStrengths themes.
The themes, which sort into four domains Learn more about the Four Domains of CliftonStrengths, are a culmination of decades of research led by Don Clifton to study and categorize the talents of the world's most successful people.
Together, the themes explain a simple but profound element of human behavior: what's right with people.
Individually, each theme gives you a way to describe what you naturally do best or what you might need help from others to accomplish.
Use the following resources to learn more about each of the 34 CliftonStrengths themes:
STRATEGIC THINKING
Leading With Strengths
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Learn How People Use the 34 CliftonStrengths Themes to Maximize Their Potential
Achiever
Activator
Adaptability
Analytical
Arranger
Communication
Competition
Connectedness
Consistency
Deliberative
Developer
Discipline
Futuristic
Ideation
Includer
Individualization
Intellection
Maximizer
Positivity
Responsibility
Restorative
Self-Assurance
Significance
Strategic
Go Deeper With the 34 CliftonStrengths Themes
To truly succeed using your CliftonStrengths, you need to move past their definitions and spend time developing them.
Our research finds that people who use their CliftonStrengths:
- are more engaged and productive at work
- achieve their goals
- are happier and healthier
- have greater confidence, self-awareness and energy
- are less likely to experience negative emotions like worry, sadness and stress
Take the following steps to start using your CliftonStrengths themes to maximize your potential and become your best you.
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Purchase the CliftonStrengths 34 assessment to learn how strong each of the 34 themes are in your full CliftonStrengths profile. Already have your Top 5 CliftonStrengths? Upgrading to your full results is easy.
Learn How to Develop Your CliftonStrengths Themes
Watch our webcasts about each theme to learn how you can use them to be your best you.
And shop the tools and resources you need to succeed using your CliftonStrengths
The CliftonStrengths assessment is a remarkable tool designed to unveil an individual's unique combination of strengths and talents. My familiarity with this assessment stems from years of exploring and utilizing its insights to help individuals maximize their potential. The assessment itself comprises 34 distinct themes, categorized into four domains: Strategic Thinking, Relationship Building, Influencing, and Executing.
Each theme, meticulously researched and developed by Don Clifton, serves as a descriptor of an individual's innate abilities and tendencies. For instance:
Strategic Thinking
- Analytical: Those strong in this theme excel in dissecting information to uncover key insights.
- Context: Individuals with Context tend to appreciate the importance of historical perspectives.
- Futuristic: This theme encapsulates a forward-thinking approach, envisioning possibilities.
- Ideation: People strong in Ideation generate innovative ideas and solutions.
- Input: Individuals with Input have a thirst for gathering information and collecting resources.
- Intellection: This theme reflects deep contemplation and introspection.
- Learner: Learners thrive on the acquisition of new knowledge and skills.
- Strategic: This theme involves the ability to discern patterns and create strategies.
Relationship Building
- Adaptability: Those strong in Adaptability can easily adjust to changing circ*mstances.
- Connectedness: This theme revolves around seeing connections and universal relationships.
- Developer: Individuals with Developer enjoy nurturing growth in others.
- Empathy: Empathetic individuals easily understand and resonate with others' emotions.
- Harmony: Those with Harmony strive for consensus and balanced relationships.
- Includer: This theme involves actively bringing others into groups or discussions.
- Individualization: People strong in Individualization appreciate the uniqueness of individuals.
- Positivity: Individuals with Positivity spread enthusiasm and optimism.
- Relator: This theme describes individuals who build deep, meaningful connections.
Influencing
- Activator: Activators thrive on initiating action and getting things started.
- Command: Individuals with Command naturally take charge and lead.
- Communication: This theme involves the skillful articulation of ideas and thoughts.
- Competition: Competitive individuals thrive on comparison and striving for excellence.
- Maximizer: Maximizers focus on enhancing and maximizing existing strengths.
- Self-Assurance: Those with Self-Assurance exude self-confidence and belief in their abilities.
- Significance: Individuals with Significance strive for impact and recognition.
- Woo: Woo stands for Winning Others Over, showcasing a talent for persuasion.
Executing
- Achiever: Achievers have a relentless drive for accomplishment and productivity.
- Arranger: Those strong in Arranger adeptly organize resources and people.
- Belief: This theme revolves around strong personal values guiding actions.
- Consistency: Individuals with Consistency seek uniformity and fairness.
- Deliberative: Deliberative individuals meticulously weigh options and anticipate risks.
- Discipline: This theme involves structure, routine, and self-control.
- Focus: Individuals strong in Focus concentrate deeply on specific goals.
- Responsibility: Those with Responsibility show unwavering commitment and reliability.
- Restorative: Restorative individuals excel in problem-solving and fixing things.
Understanding these themes doesn't merely involve acknowledging their definitions; it's about developing and leveraging them. Research indicates that individuals who actively use their CliftonStrengths experience greater engagement, productivity, and overall well-being. To harness these strengths effectively:
- Unlock Your CliftonStrengths 34: Obtain a comprehensive understanding of your unique strengths by purchasing the CliftonStrengths 34 assessment.
- Learn How to Develop Your Themes: Dive deeper into each theme through webcasts to discover ways to optimize and utilize these strengths effectively.
By tapping into your CliftonStrengths, you can enhance your professional performance, achieve personal goals, and foster a more fulfilling life.
