This document outlines speaking engagement topics and resources from Gallup on strengths-based approaches. The topics include strengths-based leadership, understanding individual strengths, and building strengths-based teams. Specific areas covered are identifying a leadership style based on strengths, focusing on strengths over weaknesses, using complementary strengths in teams, and celebrating achievements through recognition. Optional low-cost resources like recognition cards and dog tags are suggested for audiences. Contact information is provided for those seeking more information.

1. STRENGTHS SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
DISCOVER. ENGAGE. GROW. YOUR AUDIENCE’S STRENGTHS
Imagine a world where everyone has an opportunity to do what he or she does
best every day!”
–Don Clifton
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SPEAKING ENGAGEMENT TOPICS
Strengths-Based Leadership
What 4 things leaders create
Individualized leadership style
A new way of thinking
From Assessment to Mastery of Strengths
Understanding the Strengths approach
How to live and grow your strengths
Strengths-based Teams
Understanding the 4 domains of strengths
Discovering the power of complimentary partnerships
The Power of Recognition

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STRENGTHS-BASED LEADERSHIP
Building Blocks for Leaders
Build trust & show compassion
Create hope & provide stability
Lead Using YOUR Strengths
How many try to lead, but fail
Find your greatest leverage to lead
Think Differently
Individualize your approach toward others
Celebrate achievements

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FROM ASSESSMENT TO MASTERY OF STRENGTHS
Why Don Clifton Started the Strengths Movement
Focus on what is right with people
Capitalize on what is already there
Love Your Signature Strengths
Embrace your top 5
Describe yourself using the strengths language
Create Opportunities to Use Your Strengths Every Day
A Game of 10,000
Manage your weaknesses

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STRENGTHS-BASED TEAMS
Combine Strengths, Make Weaknesses Irrelevant
Partnerships – the greatest use of your strengths
Expect someone to achieve
Become Interdependent
Team success vs. combined individual success
Everyone needs a coach
Recognition
Measure performance
Celebrate achievements

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RESOURCES FOR YOUR AUDIENCE
OPTIONAL RESOURCES TO ENGAGE YOUR AUDIENCE
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Recognition Cards
Cards used to provide
meaningful recognition
to employees which will
boast their morale,
engagement, and
ultimately productivity.
($0.20)
Dog Tags
Great personalized
item for people whose
success is valued by the
organization.
($7.50)

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CONTACT ME
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If you would any more information, you can contact me at
josh.j.kester@gmail.com or you visit my website, living-strengths.com. I will
respond to you promptly!