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Know Thyself
“A leader needs to know his strengths as a carpenter knows his tools, or as a physician knows the instruments at her disposal. What great leaders have in common is that each truly knows his or her strengths – and can call on the right strength at the right time. This explains why there is no definitive list of characteristics that describes all leaders.”
‐ Dr. Donald O. Clifton
It may be cliché, but it’s really NOT about you . . .
. . . it’s about the experiencethat others are having.
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“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
‐Maya Angelou
Team Strengths in Overdrive• Case Study #1: Is too much Harmony a bad thing?• Case Study #2: Achievers collide . . .
Why Should I Get to Know My Team?
• Can’t they just put their heads down and do their work?
• This is a fast‐paced work environment. We focus on results. We don’t have time for personalities.
• I’m not your therapist. We have a job to do, so let’s do it.
Strengths and Motivation
What works for one employee may not work for another. The approach needs to be tailored to each team member.
How Engaged is a Pitcher in the Batter’s Box?
Are any of the members of your team playing out of position?
Why did I swing at a sinker?
Please don’t miss!
When can I get back on the mound?
How good are A. Rod’s
lawyers?
Gallup 12 Keys to Engagement• At work, I have the opportunity to do what I do best every
day.
• In the last seven days, I have received recognition or praise for doing good work.
• My supervisor, or someone at work, seems to care about me as a person.
• There is someone at work who encourages my development.
• In the last six months, someone at work has talked to me about my progress.
Bringing It All Together: Strengths in Teams
• Individual Exercise
o Think of a team project that went really well. Why did your team succeed? What roles did different members of the team play?
o Think of a team project that went off the rails. Why did your team struggle? What roles did different members of the team play?
o What strengths are missing on your current team?
o Is there anyone who is currently playing out of position? Brainstorm other roles they may be able to play.
o Do you notice any strengths in overdrive, individually or collectively?
Let’s Connect
Dan Griffiths is the Director of Advisory Services at Tanner, a CPA firm based in Salt Lake City. He provides strategic and business planning, business coaching, and leadership development. Contact Dan at: [email protected] connect with him on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dangriffithscpa