Find your strengths through VIA ME!If you are anything like me, sometimes there is more focus on the "weaknesses" that we have. We focus a lot on our problems, struggles, and stressors when we really need to focus on the good in ourselves. As a leader, it is important to know what your strengths are and also what your teams strengths are. Knowing strengths helps with increase productivity, improve patient outcomes, and enhance teamwork. It may also give you insight into why some parts of your job are enjoyable while others fill you with dread. If you have the luxury of adjusting the scope of your job then of course you should focus on the tasks that draw on your strengths.
Finding your strengths through VIA ME! will provide you with pertinent information that focuses on a "strengths-based" approach to life. They say that a strengths-based approach:
- Is honest (acknowledges problems, but doesn't get lost in them);
- Is positive (focuses on what is best and good);
- Is empowering (encourages and advances the individual);
- Is energizing (uplifts and fuels the person);
- Is connecting (brings the person closer to others, aiding in mutual connection).
Your top strength is: Teamwork
You excel as a member of a team. You are a loyal and dedicated teammate, who always does your share. You work hard for the success of your group.
Second Strength is: Fairness
Treating all people fairly is one of your abiding principles. You give everyone a chance.
Third Strength is:
Gratitude
You are aware of the
good things that happen to you and you never take them for granted.
Fourth strength is:
Kindness
You are kind and
generous to others, and you are never too busy to do a favor.
Fifth strength is:
Social Intelligence
You are aware of the
motives and feelings of other people. You know what to do to fit in to
different social situations.
I think these results are very accurate and it helps with my confidence. It is FREE but there is an option for a more in depth part of the results, where you can pay in-between $20-40 dollars on it if you want. I would encourage you to at least try the free one to find out what your strengths are!! Click here to go to the VIA ME! website --> VIA ME!
ViaMe! (2012). Build a strength-based life. Retrieved from:https://www.viame.org/www/en-us/aboutviame.aspx
ViaMe! (2012). Build a strength-based life. Retrieved from:https://www.viame.org/www/en-us/aboutviame.aspx
Kellie, Thanks for posting the VIAme link. I took it and these were my results. I found it interesting because, while I knew some of these were character traits of mine, I never really looked at them as "strengths." I guess sometimes we take things for granted?!
ReplyDeleteForgiveness
You forgive those who have done you wrong. You always give people a second chance. Your guiding principle is mercy and not revenge.
Your Second Character Strength
Judgment
Thinking things through and examining them from all sides are important aspects of who you are. You do not jump to conclusions, and you rely only on solid evidence to make your decisions. You are able to change your mind.
Your Third Character Strength
Spirituality
You have strong and coherent beliefs about the higher purpose and meaning of the universe. You know where you fit in the larger scheme. Your beliefs shape your actions and are a source of comfort to you.
Your Fourth Character Strength
Humility
You do not seek the spotlight, preferring to let your accomplishments speak for themselves. You do not regard yourself as special, and others recognize and value your modesty.
Your Fifth Character Strength
Bravery
You are a courageous person who does not shrink from threat, challenge, difficulty, or pain. You speak up for what is right even if there is opposition. You act on your convictions.