What is CliftonStrengths?

Developed by Gallup, CliftonStrengths is a research-based assessment designed to help individuals uncover their natural patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving—your innate talents.

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Key Concepts:

  • 34 Talent Themes: Organized into four domains—Executing, Influencing, Relationship Building, and Strategic Thinking.

  • Different from Personality Tests: Rather than measuring traits or labels, CliftonStrengths focuses on what you naturally do best and how to develop those talents into Strengths.

  • Benefits for Individuals:

    • Increased self-awareness

    • Clearer decision-making

    • Stronger confidence and career direction

  • Benefits for Organizations:

    • Higher team engagement

    • More effective collaboration

    • Increased productivity and retention

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VIDEO RESOURCES

A table showing four categories of leadership skills: Executing, Influencing, Relationship Building, and Strategic Thinking, with specific skills listed under each category.

The 34 CliftonStrengths Themes

“What are the Four Domains”?

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Additional Resources