Podcasts about cliftonstrengths

Cindy Heiner, Chief Information Security Officer at Aiden Technologies, brings more than two decades of security leadership to this candid conversation about career pivots, people-first leadership, and the evolving role of AI in security operations. What began as a near-exit from IT (she was seriously considering opening a coffee shop and bookstore in rural Oklahoma) turned into a defining career in cybersecurity after a colleague recruited her to build one of the earliest application security teams in 2003.   In this episode, Cindy shares how CliftonStrengths coaching helped her grow as both a leader and an introvert navigating a male-dominated field, why building the right team matters more than filling roles, and how she approaches AI and automation in security with enthusiasm balanced by a firm belief in human oversight. She also speaks directly to women considering a career in security, challenging the gatekeeping mindset and encouraging candidates not to let job descriptions scare them off.

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Discipline, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Discipline The Discipline talent theme is driven by structure, precision, and order. People with this strength are naturally organized, meticulous, detail-oriented, and efficient. At its core, Discipline is about intentional systems. These individuals instinctively create plans, establish routines, and structure their environment so things run smoothly and on time. People who lead through Discipline often describe themselves as orderly, exact, timely, and planned. What motivates them most is clarity and predictability. They feel energized when expectations are clear, plans are in place, and they can prepare in advance to deliver results efficiently.   When This Strength Is Thriving   When Discipline is operating at its best, it brings stability, efficiency, and reliability to any environment. This strength creates order, develops systems, and ensures that work is completed accurately and on schedule. Discipline talent often shows up through executing roles like organizer, planner, architect, or structurer-of-things. These individuals shine when structure is needed. While others may feel overwhelmed by complexity or chaos, Discipline brings clarity through organization and thoughtful planning.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Pick one part of your day that feels messy or unstructured. Spend five minutes organizing it. Create a mini-plan, checklist, or order of steps. Then notice how your focus and momentum change once structure is in place.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?  

After twenty-four years in law enforcement as a Captain, Tavis made a mid-career change into tech that translated his public sector experience into a $35K pay increase. The story of how he made the jump from a long-tenure law enforcement role into a Sales Engineer position is the kind of executive career change most people in his position assume isn't possible. He had to work through the fear that his background would be a strike against him, the doubt about whether his transferable skills would carry into the private sector, and the years of quietly considering the move before he actually did it. What he found on the other side was that the skills he'd spent two decades building were exactly what tech hiring managers were looking for, once he knew how to talk about them. In this episode: What Tavis was telling himself to stay in law enforcement, and when he stopped believing it The Clifton Strengths work that gave him clarity on what he actually wanted next The negotiation that landed a $35K pay increase on top of an already-strong offer   Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit  happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation   Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.   Related Episodes Designing Career Experiments and Testing New Careers (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Executive Burnout: Making A Midlife Career Change (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

Most business owners think they're great communicators until things fall apart. In this roundtable episode of Roots of Success, host Chris Psencik is joined by McFarlin Stanford coaches Kevin Keim and Tracy Wallingford to tackle one of the most common and costly problems in growing landscaping companies: communication breakdowns. From choosing the right tools and building meeting cadences, to mastering one-on-ones and leveraging CliftonStrengths, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help you lead more intentionally, retain your best people, and serve your clients better.  THE BIG IDEA:   What You Say Isn't Always What They Hear  KEY MOMENTS:  [02:00] The #1 Communication Problem in Growing Companies [05:00] Why Choosing the Right Communication Channel Matters [08:00] Technology, Remote Work & Communication Evolution [12:00] What Communication Systems Actually Work for Field Teams [15:00] The Sales-to-Production Handoff and How to Nail It [16:00] One-on-Ones: Strategy, Structure & Why They're Non-Negotiable [20:00] Reactive vs. Proactive: Tactical vs. Strategic Conversations [24:00] How the Customer Experience Suffers When Communication Breaks Down  [28:00] The Telephone Game with Clients — and How to Fix It [30:00] How Do You Know If You Have a Communication Problem? [33:00] Global Employee Engagement Is at a 5-Year Low — What That Means for You [36:00] Introduction to CliftonStrengths & the Philosophy Behind It [40:00] Case Study: Coastal Greenery's Strengths Journey  QUESTIONS WE ANSWER  What is the #1 communication mistake business owners make?  How do I choose the right communication channel for my team?  What tools and systems should growing landscaping companies use for internal communication?  How should I run a one-on-one with my employees—and why does it matter?  What's the difference between a tactical hallway conversation and a strategic one-on-one?  How does poor communication hurt the customer experience?  How do I know if my company has a communication problem?  What is CliftonStrengths and how does it apply to leadership and communication?  What does a real-world strengths implementation look like for a landscaping company?  How do I empower my team to bring solutions instead of just problems?   

This is a Disappearing Episode, which means it won't be here long. In this one, we share what's happened with HTYC's full-service signature coaching program over the last 11 months, the four new spots that just opened for June, and the time-limited bonus available until Thursday, May 28th. Some of what we cover: What our clients have actually done in the program in the last 11 months (including turning down offers that weren't the right fit) Why this program is built for people targeting $150K+ in their next role The four new coaching spots opening up for June, and how to claim one The bonus available until Thursday, May 28th: a Signature Strengths Intensive 1-on-1 session, access to our Signature Strengths in 90 Days program, and the full 34-theme CliftonStrengths assessment (roughly $1,250 in extras included with any package)   How to get started: Schedule a conversation with Nils or Phillip on our Client Partnerships & Solutions Team. 30–60 minutes. They'll get to know your situation and figure out together whether this is the right fit. And if you schedule this week, you still get the full $1,256 bonus: — Signature Strengths Intensive Session — Signature Strengths in 90 Days (with live class recordings) — Full 34 Theme CliftonStrengths assessment, paid for Schedule here: happentoyourcareer.com/schedule

Every project team says they're going to communicate well. Then the project starts, and it falls apart. Why? Nobody stops to unpack what communication actually means for the people in the room. Kyle Majchrowski, author of Powerful Conversations and founder of Next Intent, has spent 20+ years on the owner side of construction and has facilitated hundreds of these conversations. He walks through the structured process that takes just 45 minutes and changes the way teams operate. Key takeaways: Trust means different things to different people. Kyle defines it as "the belief that others have your back when you're not in the room." The four cornerstones of trust (care, competence, sincerity, reliability) explain most of the tension you'll see on a project team. One question at kickoff can shift everything: "Do you naturally trust people, or do you expect them to earn it?" CliftonStrengths and Enneagram are worth your time. DISC oversimplifies. Great leaders move between team member, guide, and authority, sometimes within the same meeting.   Connect with Kyle Majchrowski: Next Intent: https://www.nexintent.com Website: https://kylemajchrowski.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemajchrowski

Corey's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are:  Belief, Woo, Restorative, Harmony, Connectednes  Corey Schmitt lives in San Marcos, Texas, where he leads Venture Ministries, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people find and follow Jesus. Passionate about strengthening the Church, Corey enjoys identifying challenges facing ministries and working to build practical, Gospel-centered solutions. Beyond ministry, he has a deep appreciation for the outdoors—especially hunting and fishing—and loves inviting others to experience the beauty of God's creation alongside him. Link to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment Coaching and Workshops with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths You can learn about Venture Ministries here.  

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Developer, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Developer The Developer talent theme is fueled by growth, encouragement, and the belief in human potential. People with this strength are naturally perceptive, patient, helpful, and oriented toward helping others improve. At its core, Developer is about investment in people. These individuals instinctively notice signs of progress in others and feel energized when they can nurture growth and development over time. People who lead through Developer often describe themselves as encouraging, observant, and growth-oriented. What motivates them most is seeing potential become reality. They love witnessing progress, recognizing improvement, and investing their time and energy into helping others succeed.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Developer is operating at its best, it brings patience, belief, and steady support to any environment. This strength helps people feel seen for who they can become, not just who they are today. Developer talent often shows up through relationship-focused roles like coach, mentor, teacher, encourager, or investor. These individuals shine in environments where growth is possible. While others may overlook small improvements, Developer notices them and celebrates them. That encouragement often becomes the fuel that helps others keep going.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Think of one person in your life who is learning or growing. Tell them one specific improvement you've noticed. Name the progress. Celebrate the step. Watch what happens next.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today? If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Developer, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Developer The Developer talent theme is fueled by growth, encouragement, and the belief in human potential. People with this strength are naturally perceptive, patient, helpful, and oriented toward helping others improve. At its core, Developer is about investment in people. These individuals instinctively notice signs of progress in others and feel energized when they can nurture growth and development over time. People who lead through Developer often describe themselves as encouraging, observant, and growth-oriented. What motivates them most is seeing potential become reality. They love witnessing progress, recognizing improvement, and investing their time and energy into helping others succeed.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Developer is operating at its best, it brings patience, belief, and steady support to any environment. This strength helps people feel seen for who they can become, not just who they are today. Developer talent often shows up through relationship-focused roles like coach, mentor, teacher, encourager, or investor. These individuals shine in environments where growth is possible. While others may overlook small improvements, Developer notices them and celebrates them. That encouragement often becomes the fuel that helps others keep going.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Think of one person in your life who is learning or growing. Tell them one specific improvement you've noticed. Name the progress. Celebrate the step. Watch what happens next.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

Jo Self, founder of Practical Strengths, a leadership development firm who helps mission-driven organizations build sustainable internal cultures by teaching CliftonStrengths as a second language.Through fractional partnerships, leadership certification, and strategic consulting, Jo equips teams to move beyond one-off workshops and truly operationalise strengths in communication and team dynamics.Now, Jo's journey from a solo founder to building a global network of coaches and partners demonstrates what's possible when big vision is paired with practical structure.And while laying the blueprint for a future where organizations no longer rely on outside experts, she's empowering leaders to own their culture from the inside out.Here's where to find more:http://practicalstrengths.orghttp://youtube.com/@practicalstrengthshttp://linkedin.com/in/joselfhttp://facebook.com/therealjoself________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here:https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

Carrie Fabris is the founder of CareerFrame, a Dallas-based leadership development and executive coaching firm dedicated to transforming leaders, teams, and organizational culture. She partners with high-performance organizations, including Axios Media, Mouser Electronics, Appfolio, Boingo Wireless, and Expedia, to elevate senior leaders, strengthen leadership teams, and cultivate accountable, thriving workplace cultures.With over 20 years of corporate experience and 15+ years in leadership roles at Google, Travelocity, Sabre, and Travel Leaders Corporate, Carrie combines real-world business insight with her expertise in CliftonStrengths®, EQ-i 2.0, and Situational Leadership®. Through her signature FRAMEit Method, she delivers high-energy, actionable coaching and workshops that help leaders bridge the gap between achievement and legacy, while maintaining balance, purpose, and impact in their professional and personal lives.Carrie is also the author of ALL IN: The Working Mom's Unapologetic Quest for a Juicy Life, sharing her personal journey of navigating corporate ambition, entrepreneurship, and motherhood without compromise. She holds a degree from UT Austin and resides in Dallas with her husband and two children.Visit Carrie Fabris' LinksInstagram: @cdfabris Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cfabris-reframe-coaching-training/ Website: www.carriefabris.comFreebie: carriefabris.myflodesk.com/theframeitmethodquiz Buy Carrie's Book, ALL IN: https://a.co/d/coENdEP

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Deliberative, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Deliberative The Deliberative talent theme is grounded in careful thinking, risk awareness, and thoughtful decision-making. People with this strength are naturally observant, vigilant, cautious, and sensible. At its core, Deliberative is about protecting what matters. These individuals instinctively scan for risks, anticipate obstacles, and prefer to move forward only after they've considered the potential consequences. They don't rush. They assess. People who lead through Deliberative often describe themselves as private, guarded, serious, and risk-mitigators. What motivates them most is having time and space to think before acting. They love restraint and caution in the face of risk and feel energized when they can plan ahead rather than make snap decisions.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Deliberative is operating at its best, it brings stability, accuracy, and wise restraint to any environment. This strength reduces risk, anticipates obstacles, and supports sound decisions by listening carefully and gathering information. Deliberative talent often shows up through team roles like risk-assessor, guardian, preventer, or planner. These individuals shine when caution is needed. While others may push for speed or spontaneity, Deliberative ensures that decisions are thoughtful, grounded, and responsibly made.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Choose one decision you're facing and take five minutes to identify two possible risks and one obstacle that could show up. Then write down one simple step you can take to reduce that risk before moving forward. Notice how preparation creates confidence.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

Jill's top 5 CliftonStrengths were: Harmony, Belief, Restorative, Empathy, Consistency  Aryn's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are:  Futuristic, Activator, Communication, Arranger and Woo Jill Amend passed away  at 73 years old September 28, 2025 in Lufkin, Texas.  She grew up alongside her beloved older sister and younger brother. As the middle child, she shared a special bond with both, always protective and tenderhearted—even crying whenever her little brother was disciplined! Jill was a beloved elementary school teacher, Mom to Preston, Aryn and Phillip and  Gigi to 7 grandchildren.    Known as the “mother of the neighborhood,” Jill had a gift for welcoming others with warmth, kindness, and plenty of home-cooked meals. Her home was always open - filled with laughter, homemade pies that rivaled those of her mother and grandmother, and the joy of family and friends gathered around the table. Summers often meant cousins and family filling the house, and Jill always delighted in making her house a place where everyone felt at home Aryn (her daugther) talks about the many endearing qualities of her mom Jill in this episode.  She Aryn is the founder and owner behind Oyster Creek Studios and Oyster Creek Collection, a vibrant lifestyle brand known for creating timeless, livable homes layered with color, character, and personality. Aryn, her husband, and their two boys now reside in East Texas, where they love living among the piney woods and enjoying a slower pace of life outside the hustle and bustle of Houston. When she's not designing beautiful homes or dreaming up new furniture pieces, Aryn loves hosting gatherings at her home, Creole Casa. You can usually find her treasure hunting through estate sales, antique malls, and thrift shops, always on the lookout for one of a kind finds, in between cheering her boys on from the sidelines at all their sports and activities. Episode 89: Dreaming of And Creating Beautiful Spaces with Aryn Guillory Link to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment Coaching and Workshops with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths    

Episode Summary In this deeply reflective conversation, host Gary Pinkerton is joined by Dale Young—business coach, author, and leadership mentor—and Paul Seitz, former nuclear submarine commander and financial stewardship advocate, for an exploration of faith, purpose, leadership, and business alignment. The episode centers around Dale Young's book, The Power of Aligning Faith and Business, and examines how entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals can discover their God-given calling while building meaningful businesses and lives. Drawing from decades of leadership experience, personal spiritual growth, military service, coaching, and entrepreneurship, the conversation explores the intersection of identity, purpose, stewardship, and success. Dale shares his journey from a late-life Christian awakening to discovering his calling as a coach helping people uncover their unique gifts and align them with meaningful work. He introduces concepts from his coaching framework, including the "Triad of Significant Impact" — identity, community, and calling — and explains how tools like CliftonStrengths and Working Genius can help people discover their natural talents. Paul Seitz reflects on lessons learned from submarine leadership, family life, financial stewardship, and faith. He discusses the importance of daily spiritual alignment, giving the "first fruits" of the day to God, and allowing one's natural gifts to guide purpose and service. Gary contributes personal reflections about business ownership, self-reliance, entrepreneurship, and spiritual maturity, emphasizing how discovering one's talents can ultimately lead to creating impact at scale through leadership and business. Together, the three discuss: How people discover their purpose and calling The importance of daily alignment with God Leadership rooted in faith rather than pressure or control Why many business owners feel isolated and disconnected The role of stewardship in finances and life How joy and energy reveal alignment with one's gifts The concept of "complete and aligned success" Why entrepreneurship can be a vehicle for service and impact The episode is both philosophical and practical, offering listeners a roadmap for discovering deeper meaning in their work while building businesses and lives grounded in faith, joy, peace, and purpose. Links & Resources The Power of Aligning Your Faith & Business: The Proven Way to Clear Direction, Fulfilling Results, and Joyful Peacehttps://coachdale.com/ Connect with Gary Pinkerton The Perpetual Wealth Strategy at Paradigm Life gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net Home | Gary Pinkerton Contact Information Dale Young: dale@coachdale.com Website: CoachDale.com Keywords Faith and business, Christian entrepreneurship, business coaching, purpose, calling, stewardship, leadership, entrepreneurship, Christian leadership, spiritual growth, calling and purpose, legacy, spiritual alignment, productivity, servant leadership, Christian business owner, mindset, growth, personal transformation Episode Highlights 00:00–01:32 – Gary introduces Paul Seitz and Dale Young, highlighting their leadership backgrounds, faith journeys, and the focus of the conversation around aligning faith and business. 01:32–04:13 – Dale shares how faith, marriage, and community transformed his life after relocating to Texas and becoming deeply involved in a supportive church environment. 04:35–05:22 – Gary reflects on spiritual maturity, purpose, and the realization that life's true purpose is discovering God. 05:27–07:50 – Paul discusses virtues learned in the submarine force, financial stewardship, and using one's gifts in service to others and to God. 08:10–10:17 – Dale explains why he wrote The Power of Aligning Faith and Business and recounts his personal journey from career success to discovering a deeper calling. 10:17–11:23 – Dale explores the difference between purpose, assignments, and calling, emphasizing that God uniquely wires each person with gifts and talents. 11:54–12:34 – Dale explains how natural talents often feel effortless to us but appear extraordinary to others. 13:27–14:44 – Gary and Dale discuss the importance of regularly "checking the compass" spiritually to avoid drifting off course in life and business. 15:04–18:48 – Dale outlines the role of assessments like CliftonStrengths and Working Genius in helping people discover identity, community, and calling. 18:48–20:23 – Paul shares lessons from leadership and parenting about recognizing joy, strengths, and individuality rather than forcing people into predefined molds. 20:43–22:14 – Paul explains his daily spiritual routine and the importance of giving the "first fruits" of the day to God before work begins. 22:21–23:54 – Dale explains how joy and energy reveal alignment with one's gifts and why misalignment drains motivation and fulfillment. 24:16–27:20 – Dale introduces the concept of "complete and aligned success," rooted in the Greek concept of telos — maturity, completeness, and flourishing. 28:26–29:20 – Dale addresses the disconnect between faith and business and explains why many Christians struggle to build sustainable businesses despite their faith. 29:20–32:50 – Gary, Paul, and Dale conclude by discussing entrepreneurship as a vehicle for stewardship, service, impact, and meaningful legacy.

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Context, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Context The Context talent theme is grounded in history, understanding, and perspective. People with this strength are naturally perceptive, studious, historical, and oriented toward learning from what has come before. At its core, Context is about meaning through memory. These individuals instinctively look backward in order to move forward wisely. They want to understand the origins of situations, the sequence of events, and the lessons embedded in experience. People who lead through Context often describe themselves as collectors, highlighters, and orienting thinkers. What motivates them most is exploring the past and understanding how it connects to the future. They feel energized when they can gather relevant background information and use it to guide decisions.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Context is operating at its best, it brings perspective, insight, and grounded decision-making to any situation. This strength helps others understand how past events shape present realities and future possibilities. Context talent often shows up through team roles like historian, recorder, archeologist, framer, or genealogist. These individuals shine when clarity is needed. While others may rush toward decisions, Context pauses to ask what came before, ensuring that choices are informed rather than impulsive.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Think about a decision you need to make. Before acting, ask: What has happened before that might inform this? Write down one past experience, pattern, or lesson that could guide your next step. Notice how your confidence shifts when history informs action.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

I call on you this week to reach out to another woman in your life. A woman that needs a good word, a in-person or virtual hug, motivation, or support. You have no idea the ripple effect it will have.Today on the show, Ashley and I dive into something so important and foundational – purpose. During today's show, Ashley and I chatted about:The meaning behind unlimited to Ashley, especially since her company's name is You Unlimited.Why is purpose so important, and how do you we go about finding our own purpose?How does Ashley leverage CliftonStrengths in her work with teams?What is the intersection between purpose and CliftonStrengths?What is flow state coaching?When was the last time that Ashley was in a flow state?Here is more about Ashley:Ashley Kletke is the founder of You Unlimited Coaching and Workshops. You Unlimited helps organizations uncover their purpose, elevate their strengths, and engineer their cultures. As an engineer turned performance coach and facilitator, Ashley has a unique ability to bridge the analytical and the human — helping individuals, teams, and businesses move forward with clarity and purpose.Ashley's work is rooted in the belief that when people understand their unlimited purpose and leverage their individual strengths, that's when they truly become unlimited. She uses CliftonStrengths as one of her core tools in her work with teams, helping them move beyond simply agreeing that collaboration matters to actually knowing how to do it. She also weaves wellbeing and flow state coaching into her practice, with a firm belief that wellbeing is fuel for performance — not a nice-to-have, but a necessity.Based in Mattawan, Michigan, Ashley works with people and organizations ready to get clear on the purpose behind their goals and build the tools to be their best selves — at work and in life.If the Brave Women at Work Podcast has helped you personally or professionally, please share it with a friend, colleague, or family member. And your ratings and reviews help the show continue to gain traction and grow. Thank you again!If you have a story to share and a deep desire to become an author, please contact me at hello@bravewomenatwork.com. I am happy to share the details on the project. Alright, let's welcome Ashley to the show!Questions (Segment 2): Can you tell us more about your background story? How have you gotten to where you are today?What does You Unlimited mean to you? And as a follow-up, what is unlimited purpose and why is it important to you?Once you understand your unlimited purpose, what changes for you personally and professionally? (We can also talk about the quote on your site – “Your real job in life is to figure out what it is you are called to do.” – Oprah Winfrey)I have had guests on the show talk about CliftonStrengths and discovering your individual strengths. How do you use it with your work with teams? How does your purpose work and CliftonStrengths intersect?Why is wellbeing fuel for performance in teams and organizations as a whole? What is your perspective on the state of wellbeing at work today?What is flow state coaching? How do you advise your clients to get in a flow state?When was the last time you were in a flow state?What are 1-2 ways women at be braver at work?How can women connect with you and your work online?

Ken's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are: Strategic, Maximizer, Command, Relator and Arranger  Ann's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are:  Responsibility, Belief, Developer, Restorative & Empathy Ken and Ann met as students at the University of Texas  and upon graduation they  marred joined staff with Cru staff and served in various countries  including living on the gospel frontier in East Asia  for 13 years.  Currently Ken  serves as Senior Vice President of Leadership Development at East-West, whose vision is making disciples of Jesus in the spiritually darkest nations. Ken is a co-founder of Indigitous, a ministry helping people in digital spaces reach their world. God's calling has led Ken  to 60 nations, serving and strengthening Christ's leaders. Ann has led in a ministry called God Tools and currently enjoys  her work in a local floral shop!   They recently celebrated their 40th anniversary and love hiking, camping, cycling, and spending as much time as possible with their six grandchildren. They reside in Plano, Texas.  Link to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment Coaching and Workshops with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths  

Creating Psychologically Safe Workplaces for Neurodivergent Teams | Dear Dyslexic PodcastThis Dear Dyslexic podcast episode introduces the show's focus on lived experiences of dyslexia and other neurodivergent conditions, then explores strategies for supporting neurodiverse people at work through psychologically safe environments. Ben discusses leadership practices grounded in understanding individual and team needs using tools like Myers-Briggs, Clifton Strengths, and emotional intelligence testing, and defines psychological safety as being able to speak up without judgment or retaliation. They outline three key factors: great leadership, job design and demands, and environmental factors, sharing examples such as setting non-judgmental meeting norms, creating online social check-ins during COVID, and redesigning a council appeals process from 23 manual processes to 11 automated systems through inclusive, iterative feedback. Ben also covers workplace adjustments like managing sensory triggers, role clarity, confidential one-on-ones, performance expectations, and building extra time and AI support for proofreading and deadlines.00:00 Welcome to Dear Dyslexic00:34 Self Awareness Strategies03:14 Leadership Builds Safety04:32 Remote Team Culture06:25 What Psychological Safety Means07:34 Job Design and Demand09:50 Inclusive Process Redesign14:21 Environmental Factors at Work18:21 Role Clarity and Supports23:05 Reasonable Adjustments and KPIs27:31 Personal Dyslexia Workarounds29:11 Wrap Up and Resources

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Consistency, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Consistency The Consistency talent theme is grounded in fairness, structure, and reliability. People with this strength are naturally practical, predictable, and efficient. At its core, Consistency is about creating environments where everyone is treated equally and expectations are clear. These individuals instinctively look for ways to reduce variance, establish standards, and ensure that processes are applied evenly. People who lead through Consistency often describe themselves as leveling, compliant, steady, and fair-minded. In fact, way back in the early days of StrengthsFinder, this talent was known as Fairness - then it later changed to Consistency. What motivates them most is a system that works the same way for everyone. They value predictability, clear rules, and procedures that make environments dependable and equitable.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Consistency is operating at its best, it brings stability, reliability, and fairness to any setting. This strength promotes cultural predictability, supports uniformity, and helps people trust that decisions will be made objectively. Consistency talent often shows up through productive team-contribution-roles like standardizer, systematizer, referee, or even as a rule-enforcer. These individuals shine when processes need structure and people need assurance that expectations are applied evenly. While others may focus on exceptions, Consistency focuses on fairness for all.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Choose one routine or process in your day and intentionally repeat it the exact same way. Then notice how consistency affects your efficiency, clarity, or peace of mind.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Eduardo, whom I met during Leadership Fairfax, where he facilitated a CliftonStrengths training. We discuss how CliftonStrengths can be used for team building, leadership, and everyday growth. Eduardo shares how he went from being skeptical of assessments to becoming a strong advocate for using strengths to better understand yourself and others. With both of us sharing Woo in our top five, this conversation highlights the power of self-awareness and connection. Shout Outs and Plugs Eduardo Villavicencio's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edvisionit/ Gallup CliftonStrengths: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/ If you have a question for the podcast call 571-336-6560 or leave a question via this Google Form. Five Minute Journal by Intelligent Change Affiliate Code: https://www.intelligentchange.com/?rfsn=4621464.017186 Tappy Card "Electronic Business Card" Affiliate Code:  https://tappycard.com?ref:philip-wilkerson Please leave a rating/review of the Podcast https://lovethepodcast.com/positivephilter Intro music provided by DJ BIGyoks. Check out his Instagram and Soundcloud channel can be found here:  https://www.instagram.com/beats.byyoks/ https://soundcloud.com/dj-bigyoks Outro music provided by Ryan Rosemond. Check out his Soundcloud channel here: https://soundcloud.com/brothersrosemond/albums  Purchase "Forty Years of Advice" by Philip Wilkerson: https://a.co/d/2qYMlqu Leave Your Feedback by filling out this audience survey: https://forms.gle/ncoNvWxMq2A6Zw2q8 Sign up for Positive Philter Weekly Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/g-LOqL Please follow Positive Philter: Positive Philter Facebook Page Positive Philter Twitter Positive Philter Instagram  If you would like to support the podcast, please consider donating to the Positive Philter Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/positivephilter Positive Philter was selected by FeedSpot as Top 20 Positive Thinking Podcasts on the web. https://blog.feedspot.com/positive_thinking_podcasts/ Jeff's Anti-Hunger Fund The Positive Philter Podcast is dedicated to Jeff Kirsch. A longtime supporter of the show and a major influence on its growth. Please support the careers of future advocates by donating to the Jeff Kirsch Fund for Anti-Hunger Advocacy. This fund was named after Jeff Kirsch for his decades of service in fighting hunger and inequality. Link to fund: https://frac.org/kirschfund Pats for Patriots  If you are a member of the #MasonNation, please consider sending a Pats for Patriots. Pats for Patriots are a free and easy way to thank, recognize, show appreciation for a Mason colleague or student who has taken the time to do something kind, generous or thoughtful towards others. For more information, visit: https://forms.office.com/r/HRZGvhdJEA We have received more than 3,000 nominations from the Mason community so far. Keep those nominations coming in!

Sara's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are:  Developer, Individualization, Belief, Postivity and Learner  Dr. Worley has experience teaching from coast to coast. She became convinced that every student carries distinct strengths. Using research on multiple intelligences and learning preferences, she found a way to identify those strengths quickly and allow students to respond to academic content through their strongest creative abilities: Her twenty year study on a project she created to discover students strengths, works! After losing everything including 15 years of research and examples in a fire she decided it was time to write about this idea to pass on to more and more students. That became a win win for her and students, too.  Discover a way to uncover your strengths and the youth around you!  In this conversation you will hear Dr. Worley  share how using student strengths enriches lives , education and academic success. Smartart4schools website    Smart Art Courses for Teachers: Free the till the end of October 2026 on Zoom.     EBOOK  Free  May6th - May 10th.   On Amazon Smart Art Dr. Sara Worley  Link to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment Coaching and Workshops with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths

Send us Fan MailYour business can't outgrow your habits, and this conversation proves it the hard way. I sit down with Yetzak Pearson, a Texas real estate broker whose path to success starts in a place most people can't imagine: an off-grid childhood inside a religious cult, years of family labor, and then a rough “normal life” that included partying, arrests, and a rock-bottom wake-up call. What changes everything isn't a hack or a lucky break, it's the decision to get better every single day and keep making small, aligned choices when nobody's watching.We get practical about what that looks like in real estate: doing the pre-work before you get paid, investing in education beyond the bare minimum, building belly-to-belly relationships through networking, and creating content even when you feel awkward on camera. We also talk about identity and self-talk, why learning your strengths (DISC, CliftonStrengths, coaching frameworks) can make you a better communicator, and how “permission to say no” protects your time and raises your standards. If you're searching for real estate mindset, real estate coaching, time management for Realtors, or how to grow a referral-based business, you'll get clear steps you can use immediately.We also tackle AI in real estate, including how Yetzak uses ChatGPT and systems to offload low-value work, and where he draws the integrity line so technology supports relationships instead of faking them. If you want to build a career that lasts, this one will challenge you and give you a plan. Subscribe for more Real Estate AF, share this with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a review with the one habit you're committing to next.Support the showKey Factors Podcast is Powered by LoanBot.com Host: Mark Jones | Sr. Loan Officer | NMLS# 513437 If you would like to work with Mark on your next home purchase or as a partner visit iThink Mortgage.

Usłyszałem ostatnio takie sformułowanie: „spotkajmy się w definicjach”. Zatrzymało mnie. Bo bardzo często bywa tak, że rozmawiamy z kimś, używamy tego samego słowa, tej samej frazy – a pod spodem mamy dwa różne rozumienia. I dopiero kiedy się zatrzymamy i powiemy: „ej, ale ja przez to rozumiem to i to”, okazuje się, że dopiero teraz możemy rozmawiać o tym samym. Zauważyłem, że dokładnie tak bywa wokół talentów Gallupa i metodologii CliftonStrengths. Używamy tych samych terminów – talent, mocna strona, inwestycja, słabość, dojrzały, niedojrzały, balkon, piwnica – ale nie zawsze w tych samych znaczeniach. A część z nich pochodzi wprost z badań Gallupa, część zaś to koncepty coachingowe, które wokół tej metody narosły. Warto wiedzieć, co skąd pochodzi. Ten odcinek to próba uporządkowania. Dla mnie samego, ale też dla Was – żebyście, kiedy następnym razem usłyszycie czy przeczytacie coś o talencie, mocnej stronie, inwestycji, mogły, mogli od razu wiedzieć: aha, to chodzi o to. Idziemy. Linki Streszczenie Spotkajmy się w definicjach – po co w ogóle to robić Pomysł na ten odcinek wziął się z prostej obserwacji: kiedy rozmawiamy o czymś – obojętnie, czy to polityka, zdrowie, religia, sprawy społeczne, czy właśnie talenty – używamy tych samych słów, ale często mamy […] The post #288 Spotkajmy się w definicjach. O terminach używanych w pracy z talentami appeared first on Near-Perfect Performance.

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Connectedness, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Connectedness The Connectedness talent theme is rooted in meaning, unity, and awareness of how everything fits together. People with this strength are naturally perceptive, listening-oriented, philosophic, and integrating. At its core, Connectedness is about seeing the bigger picture. These individuals instinctively sense relationships between people, events, and ideas. They often feel drawn toward something larger than themselves, whether that's a cause, a community, or a shared purpose. People who lead through Connectedness frequently describe themselves as comforting, seeking, and often…spiritual. We also see a lot of nature-lovers who lead through Connectedness. What motivates them most is the chance to help people see connections. They love recognizing patterns of continuity and helping others understand how separate parts can form a meaningful whole.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Connectedness is operating at its best, it brings unity, empathy, and perspective to any environment. This strength naturally integrates parts into wholes and approaches people with acceptance, care, and consideration. Connectedness talent often shows up through relationship-roles like bridge-builder, unifier, integrator, or seeker. These individuals shine when divisions appear. While others may see separation, Connectedness sees relationships. Their ability to build bridges helps groups move from fragmentation toward shared understanding.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Think about a situation where people seem disconnected or divided. Ask yourself: What common thread might already exist here that no one is noticing? Then name that connection out loud to someone involved.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

Dr. Garland Vance and Dorothy Wood Vance, the visionary founders behind AdVance Leadership. In their early 20s when they were tasked with building a leadership development program. They knew very little about leadership, but what they lacked in expertise, they made up for in curiosity. They devoured books, interviewed countless leaders, and immersed ourselves in the world of organizational development. This insatiable interest and access to an incredible network of leaders became the foundation of our journey. To that foundation, Garland added a doctorate in leadership and Dorothy earned coaching certifications in Leadership Growth and Gallup's CliftonStrengths.   CONNECT WITH Dr. Garland Vance LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garland-vance The Unleashed Community: https://www.advanceleadership.live/joincommunity/ Facebook: https://www.advanceleadership.live/freebook Website: https://advanceleadership.live/   JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST FOOD INSECURITY    Join the fight against food insecurity here in the U.S. DONATE TODAY at Meet the Streets Outreach, INC. to fight hunger!     Meet the Streets Outreach provides essential support to Houston's food-insecure communities by offering over 2,100 hot meals each month. With your help, we can continue to serve those in need. Your support ensures that we can continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Houston's most vulnerable residents. Thank you for considering this opportunity to invest in the well-being of our community.   Food Insecure Households For many families in the U.S., the past several years have been difficult. Higher food prices, economic instability, and other factors have made providing for a family even harder. 1 in 8 households in the U.S. is food insecure. That means these families don't have enough money or resources to buy enough food for everyone in their household. As recently as 2022, 7.3 million children lived in food insecure households. Also, 16.9% of children live in poverty.   SNAP Benefits More than 22 million U.S. households use SNAP benefits to help with food costs, as of April 2023. Sometimes known as "food stamps," SNAP is the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. People who receive SNAP benefits can use it to buy groceries, seeds, and plants for food. SNAP cannot be used to purchase hot food or household items like cleaning supplies, vitamins, or diapers.   CONNECT WITH Cedric Francis Website: https://www.lead2greatness.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedricbfrancis X: https://twitter.com/cedricbfrancis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedricbfrancis/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-b-francis-a0544037/

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Competition, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Competition The Competition talent theme is fueled by comparison, performance, and the pursuit of excellence. People with this strength are naturally driven, intense, measuring, and motivated by winning. At its core, Competition is about results. These individuals instinctively track progress, measure outcomes, and evaluate performance. They are energized when there's a scoreboard, a benchmark, or a clear standard to beat. People who lead through Competition often describe themselves as discerning, aspiring, metrics-focused, and selective. What motivates them most is the opportunity to compete against strong performers. They love outperforming others and testing themselves against the best. Coming in second or working without measurement tends to drain their drive.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Competition is operating at its strongest, it raises the bar for everyone. This strength brings aspiration, focus, and the determination to excel. It naturally pushes standards higher and encourages others to perform at their best. Competition talent often shows up through roles like winner, comparer, scorekeeper, or measurer. These individuals thrive in environments where performance can be evaluated and progress can be tracked. While others may avoid comparison, Competition leans into it and uses it as fuel for growth and achievement.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Choose one area of your work or life and create a simple metric to track your performance. It could be time, output, consistency, or improvement. Then set a personal benchmark and aim to beat it tomorrow. Notice how motivation changes when progress becomes measurable.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

Send us Fan MailMost loan officers aren't failing because they're not working hard enough.They're failing because they're building a business that doesn't fit them.In this episode, Frazier and Michael break down one of the most overlooked problems in the mortgage industry: misalignment between your strengths and your business model.You're told to: Prospect like this  Build relationships like that  Post content like them But what if none of that actually fits who you are?This conversation flips the script—forcing you to stop copying success and start building your version of it.What You'll Learn Why modeling your business after others can backfire  The difference between growth discomfort vs misalignment How to identify your actual strengths (not what you wish they were)  Why some LOs win quietly—and others burn out loudly  The biggest mistake people make when choosing a business model  How to build a model that actually fits your personality and skillset Real Talk Quotes “You're building someone else's business and wondering why it's not working.”  “There's zero value in trying to fix your weaknesses when your strengths can carry you.”  “Laziness is not a strength. Comfort is not a strategy.”  “The loudest people in the industry aren't always the best models to follow.”  “You don't need the right way. You need your way.” Tactical Takeaways✅ Identify your top strengths before choosing a business model✅ Stop forcing yourself into strategies that feel unnatural✅ Double down on what you're already good at✅ Use tools like Clifton Strengths to gain clarity✅ Separate fear-based avoidance from true misalignment ✅ Build a business that fits your personality—not someone else's highlight reelThe Big IdeaThere isn't one way to win in this industry.There are thousands of ways—but only a few that will work for you.The problem?Most people pick a model based on: What looks cool  What's loud  What someone told them works Instead of asking:“What am I actually built for?”The Reality CheckIf your business feels like a grind every day…If you're constantly forcing yourself into activities you hate…If you're watching others win and wondering what you're missing…You're probably not broken.You're just misaligned.Why This Episode MattersThe next level in your business isn't more tactics.It's more clarity.Because when your business aligns with your strengths: You move faster  You burn out less  You win more consistently Resources Mentioned

Dale Young spent five decades in business before realizing his greatest work was helping others connect their professional identity with their identity in Christ. In this episode, Addison Williams sits down with Dale to talk about his upcoming book, The Power of Aligning Your Faith and Business, and the framework he developed through coaching over 70 entrepreneurs. Dale shares how he built a million-dollar managed services contract on biblical principles, why masks show up in the workplace, and what it looks like to slow down long enough to hear from God. Episode Highlights Dale accepted Christ in 1998 after two decades in business and immediately started integrating faith into his work, even when coworkers pushed back. He managed a client project for 15 years by leading with care for his team, honest communication, and follow-through, all rooted in biblical principles. Dale breaks down his Triad of Significant Impact framework: Identity (who you are), Community (where you belong), and Calling (why you are here). Masks in the workplace often come from old defensive patterns that no longer serve us. Dale walks clients through Clifton Strengths, values assessments, and spiritual gifts to help them see what they've been missing. Dale emphasizes slowing down, referencing Dallas Willard's advice to ""ruthlessly eliminate hurry"" and pointing out that Jesus moved at about three miles an hour. Sabbath is for relationship with Christ, not checking a rest box. Five intentional minutes with God beats a full day of distracted downtime. Dale draws a clear distinction between inheritance (what you leave to someone) and legacy (what you leave in someone) and challenges listeners to sit with that question for five minutes. At 72, Dale is launching his second career as an entrepreneur and coach because retirement is nowhere in scripture. He prefers the word ""refire."" Dale's message is simple: know who you are, find where you belong, and pursue the calling God wired into you. His book, The Power of Aligning Your Faith and Business, releases soon. Check the links below to connect with Dale, grab the book, and start building a legacy worth leaving. Purchase The Power of Aligning Your Faith and Business here: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Aligning-Your-Faith-Business/dp/B0GV829964 Website: https://coachdale.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachdale/ ==== *Connect With Follower Of One* Join us over in our Online Community(http://community.followerofone.org) *Get social with us* https://www.facebook.com/followerofone  https://instagram.com/followerofone1 https://twitter.com/followerofone1  https://www.linkedin.com/company/follower-of-one  https://plinkhq.com/i/1482955686  ====

Responsibility is one of the things that makes lawyers good at their jobs. It also shows up, over and over, as one of the things that makes it hardest for them to leave. Not because they don't want to go, but because leaving means someone else has to pick up the work. And for a lawyer who is wired around responsibility, that can feel like something they're just not willing to do.What Sarah sees with her clients is that the sense of responsibility doesn't stay proportional. It ends up putting so much weight on what other people might have to deal with that a lawyer's own mental, physical, and emotional well-being barely registers in the calculation. Toxic environments are especially good at making this worse.In this episode of The Former Lawyer Podcast, Sarah Cottrell talks about why responsibility shows up so consistently in her clients' assessment results, what happens when it becomes overdeveloped, and why it makes it hard for lawyers to even let themselves think about leaving.1:28 - How responsibility shows up in CliftonStrengths, VIA, and the Enneagram3:01 - What Sarah sees with lawyers whose jobs aren't good for them4:26 - Why highly responsible lawyers struggle to give themselves permission to even think about leaving5:07 - What an overdeveloped sense of responsibility actually means6:03 - How toxic environments exploit lawyers who are highly responsible7:28 - The faulty logic that keeps highly responsible lawyers from cutting themselves any slack9:18 - Why it matters to know if responsibility is one of your top characteristicsMentioned In How an Overdeveloped Sense of Responsibility Keeps Lawyers StuckFirst Steps to Leaving the LawThe Former Lawyer Collaborative

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Communication, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Communication The Communication talent theme thrives on expression, connection, and the power of words. People with this strength are naturally verbal, expressive, conversational, and captivating. At its core, Communication is about sharing ideas in ways that others can feel, understand, and remember. These individuals instinctively turn thoughts into stories and moments into messages. People who lead through Communication often describe themselves as interactive, entertaining, presenting, and transparent. What motivates them most is the opportunity to be heard and understood. They love storytelling, engaging an audience, and helping others express their own ideas clearly and meaningfully.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Communication is operating at its best, it brings clarity, engagement, and connection to any environment. This strength helps important messages stand out, helps people feel included, and turns information into something people actually want to listen to. Communication talent often shows up through roles like storyteller, presenter, explainer, writer, or conversationalist. These individuals shine when ideas need to be shared, stories need to be told, or understanding needs to be built. Their words can create bridges between people, perspectives, and possibilities.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Take one idea you've been thinking about and share it out loud with someone. Instead of explaining it logically, tell it as a short story. Notice how your message lands differently when it's expressed rather than just thought.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

Why We're Fascinated by Con Artists: What They Teach Us About Influence   In this bonus solo episode, host Kris McPeak revisits the podcast's "professionals" series and reframes the con-artist installment through a CliftonStrengths lens to explore why con artists fascinate us and what they reveal about influence.   Using five characters as examples—Bokky (Traveler) on connection, Frank Abagnale Jr. (Catch Me If You Can) on perception, Jonas Nightingale (Leap of Faith) on charismatic influence, Henry Gondorff (The Sting) on strategy, Roy and Lily Dillon (The Grifters) on manipulation through relationship, and Mike Mancuso (House of Games) on psychological control—Kris breaks down how perception, connection, confidence, and intention shape influence.  She argues the difference between a great leader and a con artist isn't talent but intention, and that understanding influence helps listeners become more intentional and harder to manipulate.   Get the FREE "Starting With Strengths" Guide HERE.   00:00 Welcome and Setup 00:50 Why Con Artists Fascinate 01:29 Four Influence Lenses 02:14 Honorable Mention Traveler 03:26 Frank Abagnale Catch Me 05:02 Jonas Nightingale Leap 06:25 Henry Gondor The Sting 07:48 The Grifters Family Con 08:55 House of Games Mastermind 10:44 Leaders Versus Con Men 12:11 Coaching Offer and Wrap-Up

“Change fatigue is real,” says today's guest, Tiffany Harvey. “And everyone really navigates change very differently.”Tiffany is a Gallup-certified CliftonStrengths® coach and client partner to Gallup. She led the CliftonStrengths program at Southwest Airlines for five years and now works as a Human Resources Manager at HOAM Ventures.In this episode, Tiffany talks to Daniel and Peter about what strengths really are, how they can inform your leadership style and approach, and why knowing your strengths can help you deal with a constantly changing business environment.Tune in to learn:How to deal with “strength envy”Whether it's possible to overuse a strengthWhy curiosity could be key to understanding co-workers and direct reports in a whole new wayWhen faced with constant change, Tiffany says, it's not about being fearless or embracing disruptive change. “It's about being very mindful and intentional about selecting one or two strengths” that can help you navigate the changes you're facing.Questions, comments, or topic ideas? Drop us an e-mail at podcast@stewartleadership.com.Listen to The Leadership Growth Podcast New episodes drop every other Tuesday!https://open.spotify.com/show/6tYdz1gQAxHIQMeNXtkA3z?si=5cf424f1e2954749https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-leadership-growth-podcast/id1726606341Sign up for Stewart Leadership's newsletter: https://stewartleadership.com/newsletter/Resources and LinksGallup CliftonStrengths® AssessmentTiffany Harvey on LinkedInStewart Leadership Insights and Resources:https://stewartleadership.com/5-ways-to-help-manage-your-teams-change-exhaustion-2/https://stewartleadership.com/leading-through-change-how-to-future-proof-your-team/https://stewartleadership.com/the-4-steps-for-managing-constant-change-in-the-workplace/https://stewartleadership.com/five-ways-to-test-your-ability-to-sustain-change/#leadership #podcast #leadershippodcast #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipcoaching #StewartLeadership #LeadershipGrowthPodcastIf you liked this episode, please share it with a friend or colleague, or, better yet, leave a review to help other listeners find our show, and remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode. For more great content or to learn about how Stewart Leadership can help you grow your ability to lead effectively, please visit stewartleadership.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. 

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Command, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Command The Command talent theme is driven by decisiveness, clarity, and influence. People with this strength are naturally assertive, strong-willed, candid, and persuasive. At its core, Command is about presence. These individuals instinctively step forward when direction is needed. They don't shy away from tough conversations or difficult truths. Instead, they bring them into the open so progress can happen. People who lead through Command often describe themselves as driven, challenging, opinionated, and clarifying. What motivates them most is the opportunity to set direction, resolve uncertainty, and move situations out of chaos into clarity. They feel energized when they can express ideas openly and influence outcomes.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Command is operating at its strongest, it brings emotional clarity, decisive action, and conflict resolution to any environment. This strength helps people understand one another, resolve misunderstandings, and move forward with confidence. Command talent often shows up through roles like leader, challenger, persuader, driver, or clarifier. These individuals shine when situations feel uncertain or tense. While others may hesitate, Command steps in, names what's happening, and helps create direction. Their willingness to state truth, even when it's uncomfortable, can unlock momentum for everyone involved.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Think of one situation where something feels unclear or unresolved. Initiate a direct conversation to clarify it. State one truth, ask one honest question, and listen for one clear answer. Notice how quickly clarity changes the energy of the situation.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!Join Wendy for her dreamy Summer Solstice White Party on Saturday June 20, 2026 —an al fresco evening of delicious food, intention-setting, and celebration at the Phineas Wright House. Wear white, gather at the long table in the field, and toast to the season ahead. Save you spot here: https://www.phineaswrighthouse.com/the-shop/p/summer-solstice-white-partyIn this episode, Wendy sits down with Dana Williams, leadership strategist and author of Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand From Within. Dana helps leaders stop performing and start using their unique CliftonStrengths—because we're 1 in 34 million with those talents, and nobody else was made to do what we were made to do.They explore:Why things are hard when we're performing but easy when we're using our unique talentsHow to manage your energy instead of your timeWhy procrastination is an indicator from your inner wisdom that someone else should be doing thisThis is a conversation about giving yourself permission to stop honing your weaknesses and lean into what comes naturally. Dana breaks down the four domains of CliftonStrengths (executing, strategic thinking, relationship building, influencing) and why partnering with people who have complementary strengths changes everything. Stop performing. Start leading. Start being you.Connect with Dana:DanaWilliamsCo.ComGet her book, The Internal Revolution: https://a.co/d/0iv4u3RnDominate Your Day Podcast: https://www.danawilliamsco.com/dominate-your-day-podcastReferenced in this Episode:The Numerology of Endings and Renewal | Dina Berrin: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1872382/episodes/18106144________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Wendy:LinkedinInstagram: @wendy.harropFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and TravelInterested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.comPodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Do you want better communication, understanding, and productivity for yourself and your team? A Strengths-based approach can help you, your team, and your organization do all of that and more. In this episode, I give listeners several personal and professional that illustrate how understanding one's own and others' talent themes can lead to better self-regulation, improved delegation, and more effective collaboration. If you want to learn more about how CliftonStrengths can help you manage performance, resolve conflicts, and enhance well-being, be sure to listen. If you're ready to start (or resume) your Strengths journey, here's three great ways to dive in...CliftonStrengths Basics Online Course https://learn.strengthsuniversity.org/strengths101courseStrengths Accelerator Academy https://learn.strengthsuniversity.org/acceleratoracademySupervisor Strengths Institute https://learn.strengthsuniversity.org/Institute Will you join us this summer? Registration for the Supervisor Strengths Institute and Strengths Accelerator Academy are open! Take advantage of Early Bird Rates and get $150 instant savings through April 30, 2026. Strengths Accelerator Academy https://learn.strengthsuniversity.org/acceleratoracademySupervisor Strengths Institutehttps://learn.strengthsuniversity.org/InstituteIf you're listening to this podcast, you take your role as a leader seriously. You want to be more effective. You want to lead your team to greater success. And you probably want less stress. This podcast has great information and tips to get you started. But if you're ready for the next step – one that will give you the guidance and structure to take you to the next level of success – Strengths University has you covered. Have questions? Email Anne at anne@strengthsuniversity.org or set up a meeting with her HERE. Want more information about Strengths University? Check out our website at https://www.strengthsuniversity.org/

Shelby's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are: Empahty, Harmony, Relator, Developer and Positivity  Shelby and her husband Erik live in Boston with their two year old Mila and precious golden retriever, Lou. Shelby is a pediatric physical therapist, but right now she stays at home with Mila as she continues to recover from her stem cell transplant and embrace her new life while navigating cancer remission. Erik just transitioned from being a military pilot to the reserves and he currently attends Harvard Business School where he is about to finish his first year. Shelby and Erik are so grateful to almost be out of the Boston winter and ready for some spring weather so they can get back to what they enjoy doing: being outside in the sunshine You can follow her CaringBridge about her Cancer Journey here..  You can Join the Donor Registry here.  Link to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment Coaching and Workshops with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths  

Vanessa Peace shares a powerful story of reinvention, resilience, and rediscovery after an unexpected job loss. Drawing from a dynamic career spanning companies like Southwest Airlines, AT&T, and the American Cancer Society, Vanessa reflects on how her personal challenges including raising a daughter with complex medical needs shaped her leadership style and deepened her sense of purpose. Through the lens of the Authentic Imprint™ framework, she highlights the importance of understanding and leveraging one's strengths, while aligning with core values such as authenticity, purpose, family, and love. Her journey reveals that even in moments of uncertainty and bruised confidence, clarity can emerge when you intentionally reconnect with who you are at your core. Her story is a testament to the idea that true fulfillment comes not from chasing titles, but from courageously choosing alignment and trusting that everything else will follow. Top 3 Takeaways: Clarity comes from within. Knowing your strengths, core values, and personal mission helps you navigate uncertainty and make aligned decisions even during major life transitions. Emotional awareness is a skill. Pausing to recognize and name your emotions throughout the day can prevent overwhelm and help you respond intentionally instead of reacting. Alignment matters more than achievement. True fulfillment comes from designing your life around purpose and authenticity not chasing titles, status, or external expectations. Episode Minutes: Minute 7: Deep dive into Vanessa's CliftonStrengths profile and energy management Minute 13: Using strengths like communication and connectedness to overcome fear Minute 20: Leveraging core values during impactful presentations Minute 35: Embracing authenticity and purpose in life Links + Resources from This Episode: Connect with Vanessa Peace on LinkedIn Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint Assessment Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within Learn more about The Strengths Journal 

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Belief, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Belief The Belief talent theme is grounded in conviction, purpose, and deeply held values. People with this strength are naturally principled, committed, stable, and passionate. At its core, Belief is about meaning. These individuals are guided by a strong internal compass that shapes their decisions, priorities, and direction in life. Their values are not surface-level preferences. They're foundational truths. People who lead through Belief often describe themselves as certain, unchanging, and service-minded. What motivates them most is staying in alignment with their most deeply held values. They love contributing to causes that improve people's lives and feel energized when their efforts serve something bigger than themselves.     When This Strength Is Thriving: When Belief is operating at full strength, it brings stability, clarity, and conviction to any environment. This strength often creates trust because others experience these individuals as dependable, ethical, and consistent. Belief talent frequently shows up through roles like contributor, believer, or simply being the person in the room who keeps the intention true. These individuals provide grounding when situations feel uncertain. While others may shift direction easily, Belief offers a steady center rooted in purpose and principle.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Think about one task or commitment on your schedule. Ask yourself: How does this connect to what matters most to me? If you see the connection, lean into it with renewed intention. If you don't, consider one small way to realign it with your values.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

Michelle's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are:  Restorative, Empathy, Belief, Developer and Responsibility    Michelle lives in Natick (heavy a sound) Ma, a suburb of Boston where she currently serves on the People & Culture team with Cru. Caring for the ~50 campus and capacity staff in the New England states is her main focus, while also providing support in various ways to staff throughout the Northeast Geography.   She's been on staff with Cru for almost 35 years and has ministered to college students in St. Petersburg, Russia and Tallinn Estonia, at the University of Arkansas and on campuses in the Boston area.   In 2021 she made the switch full-time to staff care.  She loves visiting National Parks and other beautiful locations with her husband and four adult kids and treasures any time when they are all together since they currently occupy 3 different time zones. An avid lover and sunshine and people-anytime those two things are combined she's happy.  ink to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment Coaching and Workshops with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths

In this episode of Culture Talents, Florence Hardy welcomes Alicia Santamaria, a seasoned coach, trainer and facilitator based in the San Francisco Bay Area and founder of Adelante Coaching & Consulting, now celebrating its 15th anniversary.With a background rooted in community conflict resolution and a deep expertise in strengths-based approaches, Alicia shares how discovering her own CliftonStrengths profile transformed her relationship with the very qualities she had been told to tone down.Her Top 5? Communication, Individualization, Woo, Learner, and Input."My entire life, I've been told I talk too much and I'm too social. And it was a complete shift, the assessment. Rather than thinking there was something wrong with me, all of a sudden this gave me permission to actually explore what I bring to the table."From creating team agreements that shape culture before tensions arise, to building internal capacity so the work continues long after the consultant has left, Alicia brings a grounded, human approach to team dynamics.Florence and Alicia also reflect on their own collaboration across continents, and what it looks like when complementary strengths come together.How do you help teams move from unspoken tensions to real conversations?What does it take to build lasting ownership and capacity within a team?And what happens when you stop trying to fix people and start understanding what they naturally bring?Connect with Alicia on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliciasantamaria/ and here https://www.adelantecc.comCulture Talents is a podcast produced by Le Labo des Talents.Hosted by Florence HardyProduced by César Defot I NatifFlorence Hardy and the coaches at Le Labo des Talents are certified by Gallup. However, we would like to point out that Le Labo des Talents is not affiliated with nor represents Gallup.The ideas we share here are not officially controlled, approved or endorsed by Gallup Inc. Gallup®, CliftonStrengths® and the 34 CliftonStrengths® theme names are the property of Gallup, Inc.For more information, visit www.gallup.com.Want to find out more? At the Lab we're always happy to chat, so let us know on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/company/lelabodestalents/ or www.labodestalents.fr/enHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Arranger, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Arranger The Arranger talent theme thrives in complexity, coordination, and real-time problem solving. People with this strength are naturally flexible, resourceful, collaborative, and able to think about multiple variables at once. At its core, Arranger is about orchestration. These individuals instinctively sense how different people, resources, and moving parts can work together in the most effective way. They don't just see pieces. They see systems. Arrangers often describe themselves as interactive, multi-thinking, configuring, and real-time thinkers. What motivates them most is the chance to manage complexity. They love multifaceted projects, necessary change, and opportunities to adjust plans dynamically. Rigid structure and resistance to change tend to drain their energy.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Arranger is operating at its best, it brings coordination, adaptability, and strategic resourcefulness to any situation. This strength allows someone to work effectively through others, stay comfortable with many moving parts, and rearrange variables to create better outcomes. Arranger talent often shows up through roles like orchestrator, conductor, coordinator, juggler, or rearranger. These individuals shine in dynamic environments where plans need adjusting and systems need optimizing. While others may feel overwhelmed by complexity, Arrangers see opportunity to refine, realign, and improve.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours…   Look at one project or responsibility you're managing. Rearrange just one variable. Shift a task order, reassign a role, or change a process step. Then observe whether that adjustment creates smoother flow or better results.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode.  What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

She was a military spouse, a journalist, a grad student, and nearly divorced. Brittany Anderson turned her family's breaking point into a movement.Brittany is the founder of Renala Families and author of Living Room Leadership. In this episode she sits with Dali to unpack how military families can stop surviving and start leading, why she ditched traditional therapy for coaching, and how building things with your hands (yes, Legos) can unlock deeper family connection than years of talk therapy ever did.You will hear about the Be-Do-Have Blueprint her family lives by, the Family Score Assessment you can take for free today, and the real reason so many well-meaning parents are quietly eroding their authority at home without knowing it.This is a must-listen for parents, military families, and anyone who wants to lead better at work by leading better at home first.Key Topics Covered• Why military marriages are harder than most people realize• When coaching works better than therapy and why• LEGO Serious Play: what it is, how it works, and why it activates more brain function than talking• How guardedness in parents quietly affects their children• Building a family vision, purpose, and values that actually stick• Strengths-based parenting and the seeds, needs, and weeds framework• The Family Score Assessment and where to start when everything feels like chaosGuest BioBrittany Anderson is the founder of Renala Families, a family coaching and retreat organization based in Orlando, Florida. A former journalist and corporate leader turned certified coach, Brittany built Renala out of her own family's near-collapse in 2019 when her husband was flying Air Force One and their marriage was quietly unraveling. She is certified in LEGO Serious Play, CliftonStrengths, and experiential narrative practice. Her book Living Room Leadership outlines the 9-part Be-Do-Have Blueprint she uses with families around the world. Brittany serves military families, couples, and parents who want to build a stronger family culture that spills over into powerful leadership at work.Connect with Brittanyhttps://www.leadwithfamily.comhttps://livingroomleadershipbook.comSocial: @RenalaFamilies on Instagram and LinkedInSubscribe to the DaliTalks Podcast and share this episode!

Erica's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are:  Belief, Communication, Context, Responsibility and Restorative  Erica brings a unique blend of life experience, faith, and heart to every stage of life. Transitioning from actuarial analyst to missionary wife, then 16 years homeschooling, and now a mom of amazing UT Austin College kiddos, she has learned to navigate life's changes with confidence and grace. Guided by Belief, Responsibility, and a Restorative mindset, her love for God, people, and cats shapes how she approaches every challenge and opportunity. Link to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment Coaching and Workshops with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Analytical, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!       Today's Strength Snapshot is Analytical The Analytical talent theme is driven by logic, evidence, and clarity. People with this strength are naturally objective, questioning, data-driven, and numbers-oriented. At its core, Analytical is about understanding how things actually work. These individuals instinctively look for patterns, causes, and proof. They don't accept ideas at face value. They test them. Analytical thinkers often describe themselves as scientific, skeptical, and dispassionate. What motivates them most is reliable information. They love facts, evidence, and discovering patterns in data. They feel energized when ideas can be supported, measured, and verified.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Analytical is operating at its best, it brings grounded reasoning and thoughtful precision to any situation. This strength helps simplify complexity, think through multiple variables, and approach decisions logically and objectively. Analytical talent often shows up through roles like scientist, observer, measurer, fact finder, or logician. These individuals provide clarity when situations feel confusing. They slow things down just enough to ensure decisions are based on reality, not assumptions. Their thinking builds trust because others know conclusions are backed by evidence.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Choose one decision you're facing. Write down the facts you know, the facts you need, and one assumption you might be making. Then gather just one missing piece of information before deciding. Notice how clarity increases as evidence replaces uncertainty.       Well, that's a wrap for today's episode.  What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

Karina's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are:  Relator, Harmony, Empathy, Belief and Responsibility  Karina Venable lives in Austin, Texas with her husband David and their three beautiful children, who are each gifts, given from the Father through adoption. Karina has been a teacher in various capacities throughout the years, including homeschooling her children for seven years. She loves to study scripture and write about what the Lord is teaching her, and she recently had the honor of co-authoring a Bible study on 1 Peter for Providence Church. Karina loves to read aloud good stories with her family and friends. Even more so, she loves to listen to the stories of loved ones, especially over delicious coffee.  Link to take the CliftonStrengths Assessment Coaching and Workshops with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths  

In this episode: Redefining Success, Leaving Corporate Life, Life Architect Framework, Financial Independence, Self-Knowledge Tools with Guillermo AlbizuriEpisode SummaryAdam Coelho sits down with Guillermo Albizuri, a coach, psychologist, and former Google executive who spent 20 years in corporate life—including 15 years at Google—before leaving to become a "life architect." Guillermo shares how he dismantled the myth that climbing higher would bring happiness, how financial planning gave him the freedom to leave, and how he now helps others design lives aligned with their values, strengths, and purpose.Guest BioGuillermo Albizuri is a coach, psychologist, and former Google executive born and raised in Spain. After 20 years in corporate life—including roles at McKinsey and 15 years at Google—he left to become a life architect, helping high-achieving professionals find fulfillment and purpose through strengths-based coaching, values clarification, and the Enneagram.Resources & Books MentionedWorking Identity by Herminia IbarraLove Money, Money Loves You by Sarah McCrumCliftonStrengths by GallupThe EnneagramMindful Fire Envisioning Guide: mindfulfire.org/startGuest Contact InformationLinkedIn: Guillermo AlbizuriKey TakeawaysGuillermo measures success by control over his time and the percentage of hours spent on work he'd do for free—not by salary or title.He separated financial need from purpose work by building a real estate business that covers living expenses, freeing him to coach without billing pressure.His "life architect" framework starts with self-knowledge (CliftonStrengths, values, Enneagram), then explores multiple "possible selves" through small experiments rather than one big leap.Be compassionate in the short run, clear in the long run: we overestimate what we can do in a week and underestimate what we can do in five years.Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join. PS: Introducing the…

If God's will is love, what does it mean to love yourself without sliding into narcissism—or the opposite extreme of self-neglect and self-hatred? Continuing the “Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven” conversation, Joe Rockey and Father Boniface Hicks bring needed nuance: self-love isn't self-worship, and self-denial isn't automatically virtue.They unpack why “harder” is not inherently “better,” why suffering is only meaningful when ordered to a higher purpose (love), and how true humility is simply honesty—being clear about what you're good at and what you're not. The episode reframes self-care as stewardship of your humanity: caring for yourself with the same respect and consistency you'd give a loved one (or even your pet), so you can show up with more freedom, joy, and capacity to serve.Key IdeasOrdered self-love avoids two traps: narcissism (self as god) and self-disregard (treating God's creation as worthless).The Christian goal isn't “maximum suffering”; virtue often makes the good easier, more spontaneous, and more joyful over time.Sacrifice matters—but only when it's for a higher purpose (love of God and neighbor), not as an identity or performance.Humility is honesty: “I'm good at X” isn't pride, and “I'm bad at Y” isn't self-hatred—it's reality.Grow the gifts you actually have, and let that growth expand your ability to love and serve others more effectively.Links & References (official/source only)Dr. Jordan B. Peterson (official site):https://www.jordanbpeterson.com/CliftonStrengths (Gallup) overview:https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/home.aspxImmanuel Kant (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy entry):https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/kant/CTA: If this helped, please leave a review or share this episode with a friend.Questions or thoughts? Email FatherAndJoe@gmail.com .Tags (comma-separated)Father and Joe, Joe Rockey, Father Boniface Hicks, love, self love, ordered self love, narcissism, self care, stewardship, humility, virtue, holiness, Lent, fasting, suffering, sacrifice, purpose, love and limits, joy, gratitude, human nature, Immanuel Kant, moral formation, Jordan Peterson, treat yourself like someone worth caring for, CliftonStrengths, Gallup StrengthsFinder, gifts and talents, discernment, prudence, growth mindset, service, charity, family leadership, fatherhood, YouTube podcast, subscribe on YouTube, algorithms

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Adaptability, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Adaptability The Adaptability talent theme thrives in the present moment. People with this strength are naturally flexible, responsive, spontaneous, and grounded in what's happening right now. At their core, Adaptability is about flow. These individuals are wired to adjust, shift, and respond as circumstances change. Instead of resisting unpredictability, they lean into it and find opportunity inside it. They often describe themselves as easygoing, agreeable, present, and in the moment. What motivates them most is the chance to respond to real-time needs. They enjoy new challenges, spontaneity, and environments that allow them to pivot quickly. Predictability and rigid plans tend to drain their energy.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Adaptability is operating at full strength, it brings calm responsiveness and real-time problem solving to any situation. This talent allows someone to follow the lead of change, adjust quickly, and stay productive even when the unexpected happens. Adaptability often shows up through roles like first responder, early adopter, accommodator, or follower. These individuals shine when circumstances shift. While others may freeze or resist, Adaptability steps forward, grounded and ready, meeting the moment exactly as it is.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… The next time something unexpected changes your plans, pause and ask: What opportunity just appeared that wasn't here before? Then act on one small adjustment that uses the change to your advantage.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Activator, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Activator The Activator talent theme is fueled by motion, urgency, and decisive energy. People with this strength are naturally action-oriented, dynamic, influential, and initiating. At their core, Activators are wired to start. They don't wait for perfect conditions. They create momentum by taking the first step. Their instinct is simple and powerful: act now, adjust later. Activators often describe themselves as fast, catalytic, propulsive, and impatient. What drives them most is the opportunity to turn ideas into reality. They thrive when they can initiate, instigate, and get things moving. Waiting drains them. Starting energizes them.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Activator is in its strongest state, it brings a surge of energy to people and projects. This strength delivers urgency, instant momentum, and the courage to take risks. Activators naturally step into roles like catalyst, starter, originator, and influencer. They are often the spark that turns discussion into action. While others are still evaluating options, Activators are already testing the path forward. Their willingness to move first often unlocks progress for everyone else.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Choose one idea you've been thinking about but haven't started. Take a single visible action toward it today. Send the email. Draft the outline. Make the call. Notice how quickly your energy rises once movement begins. Activators often discover that action itself is their greatest source of clarity.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today?    

Do you ever catch yourself frustrated that other people don't think or perform the way you do? In this episode, Dan Sullivan and Shannon Waller reveal why that difference is actually good news. Discover how appreciating your own uniqueness frees you from comparison, deepens teamwork, and helps you recognize the countless ways other people are smart and useful. Here's some of what you'll learn in this episode:Why it's a good thing that no one else is like you.How comparing yourself to others drains your confidence and progress.Why complaining that others are different is really the same as complaining about your success.How to quickly spot the specific way another person is smart and uniquely valuable. Show Notes: Wanting to be unique while also blaming others for not being like you is a mental trap that creates frustration and resentment.​As an entrepreneur, your success comes from being usefully different in the marketplace, not from everyone else sharing your strengths or level of intelligence.​Profiles like Kolbe, CliftonStrengths®, DISC, and Working Genius® make it obvious that every person is wired in a distinct way that can be incredibly valuable. The fact that other people don't see what you see or think how you think is good news because it proves your uniqueness has real marketplace value.​When you measure other people against your own personal “ideal,” you drop them into “The Gap” instead of appreciating the real progress and capability they already have. The moment you genuinely appreciate your own uniqueness, it becomes much easier and more natural to appreciate other people's uniqueness too. Better teamwork happens when collaborators don't have the same skills, instincts, and talents because each person covers gaps the others can't see or fill. A powerful question to uncover someone's intelligence is, “When it's completely up to you, what do you most like to do?” and then keep asking curious follow-up questions. You'll quickly discover that even people who don't seem “smart” in your way are often extraordinarily knowledgeable and perceptive in areas you know nothing about. Most of the useful progress in the world has come from people without formal credentials who simply applied their kind of intelligence to real-world results. Being okay with the way you're smart liberates you from constant comparison so you can focus on deepening your strengths and expanding your contribution.​Unique Ability® combines what you love doing, what you're exceptionally good at, what gives you energy, and what consistently creates value for others. When you commit to getting better and more useful with your Unique Ability, you naturally attract opportunities, collaborators, and clients who value exactly how you think.​Trying to be good at everything or match other people's strengths keeps you average, while doubling down on your Unique Ability makes you extraordinary.​Appreciating your own uniqueness removes blame, anger, and guilt from relationships and replaces them with curiosity, respect, and more strategic collaboration.​The most productive entrepreneurial communities are built around uniquely different people who share common rules and values, not around everyone being the same. Resources: The Gap And The Gain by Dan Sullivan with Dr. Benjamin Hardy Unique Ability® Kolbe A™ Index Working Genius® CliftonStrengths® DISC PRINT®

If you lead through the CliftonStrengths talent theme of Achiever, (or you know someone who does), this is the episode for you!     Today's Strength Snapshot is Achiever The Achiever talent theme is all about drive, productivity, and forward motion. People with this strength are naturally diligent, ambitious, and self-motivated. At their core, Achievers are wired to accomplish. They're energized by doing, finishing, and progressing. Their internal engine runs on goals, tasks, and measurable movement. They don't wait for motivation. They generate it from within. Achievers often describe themselves as driven, intense, productive, independent, and diligent. What fuels them most is the opportunity to work toward something meaningful. Completion is satisfying. Progress is energizing. And the next goal is always calling their name.     When This Strength Is Thriving When Achiever is operating at full power, it brings remarkable value to any environment. This strength delivers stamina, pace, follow-through, and energy. Achievers often become the pacesetters on a team. Their natural rhythm pulls projects forward. Their diligence keeps things moving. And their consistent output builds trust because others know they'll finish what they start. They often step into roles like producer, doer, completer, or finisher. You can count on them when momentum matters. When there's work to be done, Achievers don't hesitate. They lean in.     To close, here's a simple 5-minute experiment to try in the next 24 hours… Pick one task you've been postponing. Set a five-minute timer. Work on it with full focus until the timer ends. Notice what happens internally. Does your energy rise once you begin? Do you feel momentum kick in? Achievers often unlock motivation through action, not before it.     Well, that's a wrap for today's episode. What small action can you take to show up at your best, given where you're starting today? --- PS: where are Lisa and Brea? Well, Lisa wrote this and Andy did the voiceover. Lisa is on break with her rock band, Spiral Mischief. So Andy will be hosting your CliftonStrengths 34 series.