Strengths Finders Assessment The first thing we completed was an assessment. The assessment consisted of 177 questions. For each question we had to rate ourselves with one of 5 responses. The range of the 5 responses was something we would almost always do on one end or something we would not likely do or agree with. The results of the […]
Strengths Finder – Introduction For You
Introduction to Strengths Finder This blog entry will focus a Strengths Finder Introduction for you. I will give you my perspective on the need and value to Complete Strengths Finder Assessment from the book by Tom Rath. Every year I have been given an annual review. Over the years the review process has changed and improved. In the early years […]
Develop an Action Plan from Strengths Finder Assessment
In my work as a project manager I find it very valuable to be able to understand my own skills and talents as well as those of the people on my project teams. To that end I am always looking to increase my understanding and assessing of talent. At work we were given the opportunity a few years ago to […]
Review Your Strengths Finder Assessment
The blog today is focusing on “Review Strengths Finder Assessment” that I feel is second step needed to understand your strengths. I will write a series of blog entries (three) on how to complete and benefit from Strengths Finder. The series of blogs is based on my own experience as well as some references from the book “Strengths Finder 2.0” […]
Effective Leadership Using Strengths Finder
The blog today is focusing on “Effective Leadership Using Strengths Finder” to help you work and understand with members on your project team. When I get a project assigned to me I do not get to choose the members on my team but rather need to find out how to “Get It Done” with the team that is assigned to […]
Strategic Thinking
Introduction to Strategic Thinking One of the roles I play as a project manager is to ensure that our projects make a contribution to the goals of our company through Strategic Thinking. Prior to starting each project we complete a review of the project and identify what company goal to align the project. This is a form of Strategic thinking. […]
How To Become A Strategic Thinker
Introduction One of the roles I play as a project manager is to ensure that our projects make a contribution to the goals of our company. Prior to starting each project we complete a review of the project and identify what company goal to align the project. This is a form of Strategic thinking. My information is from a collection […]
Setting Smart Goals
Introduction One of the more important things you can do for yourself is to work on Setting Smart Goals. A set of goals will allow you to create a plan of action to meet the goal. This entry will focus on how you begin setting SMART goals. Each goal should be specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and time based. It is […]
Managing Stress Via 4 A’s
Introduction Having too much stress in your life can cause issues with your own health as well as relationships that you have with friends and family. It is up to you to take control of your life. You can take charge of your thoughts, schedule, environment, and the way you deal with problems. I will introduce you to the 4 […]
Personal Development Planning – Step 4 Take Action and Measure Progress
Introduction One of the more important things you can do for yourself is to create a plan, take action and measure progress for your personal development. For me the personal development plan is an ongoing activity. Every 60 to 90 days I review the plan and adjust the plan as needed. Background Over the years I have tried to set […]