My StrengthsFinder Results

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Report
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Strengths Insight Guide
Jim Hoogewind
Top 5 Themes
Maximizer
Woo
Strategic
Positivity
Communication
105267552 © 2000, 2006-2008 Gallup, Inc. All rights reserved. 02/25/2009
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Maximizer
Shared Theme Description
People who are especially talented in the Maximizer theme focus on strengths as a way to
stimulate personal and group excellence. They seek to transform something strong into
something superb.
Personalized Strengths Insights
What makes Jim stand out?
It’s very likely that Jim invests much more time thinking about his good points than agonizing
over his shortcomings. He usually proceeds faster and produces better results when he builds
on his talents. Chances are good that Jim sometimes pauses to savor or simply reflect on his
current accomplishments. Instinctively, he knows he can simultaneously handle numerous
assignments. He probably does better work when he has multiple tasks to perform. Being
ordered to give all his mental and physical energy to a single activity day after day can erode
the quality of Jim’s results. Maybe it saps his enthusiasm for what he is doing. Driven by his
talents, he routinely chooses to spend time with people who recognize, applaud, or value his
accomplishments. Jim probably prefers the company of those who see what he has to offer.
He thrives when surrounded by supportive individuals. He tends to distance himself from
people who repeatedly ignore, downplay, or feel threatened by what he does so naturally and
so well. By nature, Jim regularly gives himself credit for being keenly aware of people's
moods, motives, thoughts, or behaviors.
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Woo
People who are especially talented in the Woo theme love the challenge of meeting new
people and winning them over. They derive satisfaction from breaking the ice and making a
connection with another person.
It’s very likely that Jim exhibits a genuine fondness for all sorts of people. Newcomers or
outsiders intrigue him to such a degree that he starts talking with them. He naturally puts them
at ease with his smile, encouraging words, or compliments. Chances are good that Jim has a
facility -- that is, an ease and readiness -- for speaking. Under very few circumstances does he
struggle to find just the right word to express a thought or feeling. Being able to put friends or
strangers at ease quickly is one of his special gifts. By nature, he is talkative and friendly in
the presence of newcomers. Jim delights in pulling outsiders or strangers into group
discussions. He is likely to involve them in casual conversations with one or two other
people. Because of his strengths, he genuinely likes to help people overcome obstacles that
prevent them from linking up with one another. This explains why he engages so many
newcomers or outsiders in small talk as well as serious discussions.
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Strategic
People who are especially talented in the Strategic theme create alternative ways to proceed.
Faced with any given scenario, they can quickly spot the relevant patterns and issues.
Chances are good that Jim might feel satisfied with life when his innovative thinking style is
appreciated. He might pinpoint trends, notice problems, or identify opportunities some people
overlook. Armed with this knowledge, he may devise alternative courses of action. By
evaluating the circumstances, available resources, and potential consequences of each plan,
perhaps Jim can select the best option. Driven by his talents, he trusts his ability to be an
innovative thinker. He routinely invents many ways he can reach a single goal. Only then does
he start narrowing down his options to the best one. Jim probably takes into consideration
prevailing circumstances, available resources, budgetary constraints, or pressing deadlines.
Because of his strengths, he characteristically finds the right words to express whatever he is
thinking. He offers explanations, discusses ideas, gives examples, or shares stories. Jim
effectively uses the spoken word. By nature, he sometimes brings an imaginative game plan to
his teammates' attention. He might enjoy partnering with people who rely on him to identify
critical and recurring sequences of events, facts, or data. It’s very likely that he easily enters
into dialogue with others. When Jim has an idea, the right words, stories, or examples quickly
come to mind. The animated give-and-take of debates stimulates his thinking. Often he gains
the advantage by emphasizing irrefutable -- that is, cannot be disproved -- facts to support his
key arguments.
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Positivity
People who are especially talented in the Positivity theme have an enthusiasm that is
contagious. They are upbeat and can get others excited about what they are going to do.
Because of Jim’s strengths, he might say it is easy to be happy and upbeat about life. Why?
Perhaps he deals with situations as they arise. Some people may appreciate his willingness to
alter the original plan to accommodate their unique needs or last-minute requests. Chances are
good that Jim may feel particularly proud of his ability to routinely produce the right
outcomes. He might become a bit more optimistic with each success. Driven by his talents, he
may be a bit more optimistic about life when he delegates tasks to people who have the talent,
interest, or time to do them well. Perhaps this approach allows every person, including him, to
contribute to the overall success of a project. Sometimes Jim improves the quality of his life
and everyone else's by trusting others to take on tasks. To some degree, he understands the
danger of attempting to do everything himself. Instinctively, he might feel upbeat and cheerful
when he keeps busy. Perhaps he derives satisfaction from producing certain kinds of tangible
outcomes. It’s very likely that Jim may experience satisfaction with his life when someone
asks him to scrutinize, assess, examine, or evaluate people, processes, plans, or mechanisms.
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Communication
People who are especially talented in the Communication theme generally find it easy to put
their thoughts into words. They are good conversationalists and presenters.
Instinctively, Jim sometimes fills his mind with fresh ideas by reading. Perhaps he enlivens
certain types of discussion by sharing a few of the interesting facts or stories he has
discovered. Chances are good that he occasionally feels comfortable telling certain individuals
stories about his personal habits, qualities, experiences, or background. His forthcoming
nature might enable some people to share their thoughts and feelings with him. It’s very likely
that he freely shares his ideas or feelings with others. Being tongue-tied -- that is, unable to
speak freely -- is rarely a problem for Jim. Words quickly come to mind when he is with
people. His ease with language enables him to meet, greet, and treat strangers as if they
already were his friends. Because of Jim’s strengths, he now and then can be found reading
books, publications, or Internet sites. When he satisfies his hunger for certain kinds of
information, he might have facts to share or stories to tell. Some individuals may rely on him
to enliven conversations. Why? He might be knowledgeable about topics unfamiliar to them.
Driven by his talents, Jim has a gift for engaging people in group conversations. He also is an
active participant. His upbeat attitude energizes the dialogue. He acknowledges the ideas
people share. He’ll reinforce the value of what they say. Consequently, many people become
even more willing to reveal their thoughts and feelings.
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