People compare themselves to others
We often try to emulate what doesn't come naturally to us instead of developing what we already do well.
about StrengthsFinder
StrengthsFinder - a test that reveals your strengths
StrengthsFinder is a personality test that reveals how you think, make decisions, and interact with others. It helps you see your natural strengths and understand how to use them at work, on a team, and elsewhere in life to achieve better results.
Why is it often difficult to reach your potential?
Teams don't understand the differences
If team members do not understand each other's strengths, conflicts, misunderstandings, and ineffective collaboration arise.
Organizations are not utilizing people's potential
Companies often plan development solely based on market or financial data, rather than based on people's strengths.
StrengthsFinder training helps you see and unlock your existing potential
What is StrengthsFinder?
StrengthsFinder is a test developed by the American company Gallup that helps identify and develop a person's natural strengths.
It is based on research on human motivation and behavior, identifying 34 different strengths that create a unique combination of human talents.
Unlike traditional tests, StrengthsFinder does not try to find weaknesses.
It helps to understand:
- What comes naturally to a person
- How he makes decisions
- How he interacts with others
- How he achieves results
The 15% Problem
The "15% reality gap" refers to a massive disconnect between how self-aware people believe they are versus how self-aware they actually are. According to research by organizational psychologist Dr. Tasha Eurich, while 95% of people think they are self- aware, only 10% to 15% possess sufficient self-awareness.
This highlights a profound gap between our perceived emotional awareness and the truth. Furthermore, people are not especially reliable judges of their own competence. Research indicates that the correlation between people's self-perceived competence and their actual competence is less than 30%.
We often think we know ourselves, but in reality our perception is incomplete.
That is why the StrengthsFinder approach helps you objectively see your strengths and understand how they manifest themselves at work and in everyday life.
Schedule a consultation34 strengths in 4 domains
Each person acquires a unique combination of 34 strengths, which are divided into four main categories.
Executing
Ability to plan, organize and achieve results.
Influencing
Ability to persuade, motivate and drive ideas forward.
Relationship building
Ability to build trust, cooperation, and team cohesion.
Strategic thinking
Ability to analyze information, see opportunities and make strategic decisions.
How StrengthsFinder is different from other tests
Based on scientific evidence
50+ years of research from Gallup, testing over 27 million people.
Focus on strengths
Discover and develop what a person is already good at.
Unique combination
Every person has their own unique profile of abilities and talents.
Practical applicability
Specific tips on how to use your strengths in everyday life.
How strengths work in practice
Strategic
Able to quickly see multiple options and directions.
Result: More effective planning and problem solving.
Empathy
Able to intuitively understand other people's emotions.
Result: Better communication within the team
Achiever
Strong motivation to achieve results.
Result: Higher productivity
Idea generator
Able to create new ideas, connect different thoughts, and find unconventional solutions.
Result: More creative approach to problems and innovation.
Relationship builder
Naturally forms trusting and deep relationships with people.
Result: Stronger team collaboration and trust.
Organizer
Able to effectively organize people, resources and processes.
Result: Projects move forward in a structured and efficient manner.
What to do with StrengthsFinder results?
Our strengths are largely related to the activities that bring us satisfaction.
For example, there are people who are very focused on completing various tasks during the day. They evaluate how well the day went by how much they got done. On the other hand, for relationship people, the most important thing is the process, the quality of the conversations, not the number of tasks completed during the day.
The test results help to understand how much a person can do, the reasons for these activities, as well as analyze in which environment and context it will be added value, and in which environment it is better to let others do their work.
- Understand which activities give you the most energy.
- Identify situations where you work against your strengths.
- Adapt your work style to your natural combination of abilities.
- Assign roles on the team based on strengths, not assumptions.
- Make decisions with greater clarity and confidence.
- Create a development plan based on real resources.
The "Moneyball" principle
In 2002, Billy Beane, the manager of the Oakland Athletics baseball team, concluded that his team could not compete with the rich teams that, due to their huge financial resources, could buy the best players.
They could only afford ordinary players who were good at only a few functions of the game. Given these circumstances, he selected players with a pronounced strong side, and built a team with a variety of players who had different strengths.
As a result, this team won 20 games in a row.
Based on these events, the film “Moneyball” was made in 2011.
Gas/Brake metaphor
Like a car, every strong side has two sides - it can be both the gas and the brake
Gas
In the right situation, it helps achieve great results - like a gas pedal that pushes you forward.
Brake
However, in another situation, the same trait can become a hindrance if used incorrectly or excessively.
Gas
Able to quickly see several possible directions and choose the best solution.
Brake
Analyzing for too long can delay decision-making.
Gas
Able to understand other people's emotions well and build trust.
Brake
Too much involvement in the problems of others can make it difficult to make objective decisions.
Gas
Strong motivation to drive results and accomplish a lot.
Brake
A constant desire to do more can lead to overload or impatience with others.
Gas
Able to create new ideas and see unconventional solutions.
Brake
Too many ideas can distract you from completing the work you've already started.
Gas
Able to build strong relationships and unite a team.
Brake
The desire to maintain harmony can lead to the avoidance of necessary conflicts.
During training, I help you understand how to use your strengths in a balanced way so that they work for you.
Who is the StrengthsFinder test useful for?
The StrengthsFinder test is useful for absolutely anyone who wants to better understand themselves or their team's collaboration.
For managers and leaders
For managers who want to better understand their leadership style, make clearer decisions, and build a team where each person can work to their strengths.
For teams
For teams experiencing misunderstandings, conflicts, or unclear roles, StrengthsFinder helps you understand the differences between people and build more effective collaboration.
For families
Improves communication and mutual understanding by understanding the unique strengths of each family member.
For high school students and students
For high school students and students who are choosing their next career step, want to change direction, or understand where their talents can bring the most value.
For companies
For companies that want to develop team potential and improve collaboration between employees.
Individually
For people who want to understand their strengths, make better decisions, and develop their potential.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to questions about the StrengthsFinder test
The test usually takes 30–45 minutes. It consists of 177 pairs of questions where you have to choose which statement best describes you. There is a time limit for each question.
No. Once the test is completed and submitted, your answers cannot be changed. This is done intentionally so that the results reflect your natural thinking and behavioral tendencies, rather than your premeditated or edited answers.
The Top 5 results show the five strengths that are most prominent in your profile.
The full 34 strengths profile shows the order of all talents, from strongest to least prominent. This gives a deeper understanding of your thinking and acting style.
The full 34 strengths profile shows the order of all talents, from strongest to least prominent. This gives a deeper understanding of your thinking and acting style.
Fundamentally, strengths remain stable because they are based on a person's natural talents. However, they can develop and manifest in different ways over time, depending on experience, environment, and conscious development.
Most personality tests try to determine what you are like as a person. StrengthsFinder focuses on your strengths, what you are best at, and how to develop those talents.
You can also read the test results independently, but talking to a certified coach helps you understand the results more deeply and turn them into practical steps for work, team, or personal development.
In a team, the test helps to understand each person's strengths and different thinking styles. It improves communication, helps to distribute roles more effectively, and builds a team where people complement each other.