Step by Step

I reviewed the material from Strengths Finder 2.0 last night with a class in Chattanooga, TN.  Specifically we looked at the results of the profile from the web evaluation tool that goes along with it and some action plans which those present might use to capitalize on their strength areas.  In a conversation I had this morning with a colleague I was reminded of how much of what we call success really boils down to specific individuals who have done just that: capitalized on their strengths to achieve remarkable results.

It is truly amazing to think about any human accomplishment throughout history without also recognizing the individual's personality, drive, and ability which led to that achievement.  Yes, there is almost always a team which made it possible to achieve the final result, but equally so there is that one individual who was able to draw the team together in such a way that something was accomplished which others did not, could not, nor possibly even imagine.

Individual strengths multiply talent to great effect.  There is no doubt that talent contributes to the potential of success, however, when talent is combined with an awareness of personal strengths and both applied to the task, that is where the magic begins.

There is also something quite fulfilling to realize that as adults we have developed strengths, even if we are not always aware of what those might be. That's where the Strengths Finder 2.0 evaluation tool comes in helps uncover the top 5 strengths, and even lists ways to take that strength to a new level.

Those who will get the most out of this will be the ones who take the information and really begin to focus on using those strengths to combine with talent, in areas about which they are passionate.  Passion is the fire which melds strength and talent into achievement.

I hope this has made you think about your own life and what amazing thing God has prepared for you if you were only willing to reach out to grasp it.