The Leadership Vision Blog & Podcast Archive
The Power of Reflection (podcast)
Today on the Leadership Vision Podcast, we’re talking with Carrie Jones, one of our consultants, and COO here at Leadership Vision. You may remember her Strengths Question from a few weeks ago when she asked us to reflect on a person who, or place that has shaped who we are. Today you’ll get to hear her answer to that and reflect on your own life experiences.
Expressing the Identity of your Team Through Image and Metaphor (podcast)
Today on the Leadership Vision podcast, we’re talking about the power of symbol and metaphor as a backdrop to helping you understand the power that can exist in a team setting. As you’ll soon hear, the Leadership Vision logo comes from Notre Dame, so this conversation here was spurred by the recent tragic events of the great cathedral. We’ll get into that a little bit, but our president Brian Schubring and I will mostly be talking here today about the symbol that our company uses to inform the work we do. We’ll also issue a challenge at the end for you to contemplate a symbol or metaphor that best represents your team.
Describe a Person or place that has Shaped you. (podcast)
On this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we’re asking you to wrestle with this Strengths question: Describe a Person or place that has Shaped you. How? How does this influence your Strengths today? Listen now and join the conversation!
Understanding Diversity and Inclusion part 3: Generations
Today on the podcast, we’re talking with Dr. Linda Schubring, about the important topic of Diversity and Inclusion as it relates to multiple generations working together. With more generations in the workforce than ever before, it’s critical to get these groups on the same page. Listen now!
Understanding Diversity and Inclusion part 2: Gender
Today on the podcast, we’re talking with Dr. Linda Schubring, about the important topic of Diversity and Inclusion as it relates to gender. First, we’ll be sharing some “low-hanging-fruit” things you can do to make an impact in this area, and then, Linda will share specifics around D&I as it has been applied to her role as VP of Employee Experience at Aeritae Consulting, a Tech Consulting company in St. Paul Minnesota. Listen now!
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Talking about your strengths is one of the best ways to grow in your understanding of them. That’s why we incorporate multiple “30 second” conversations […]
3 Benefits of Using StrengthsFinder
I have been privileged to work with the Clifton Strengthsfinder since the year 2000. Early on, hardly anyone had heard of it and we did […]
What you Should know about the StrengthsFinder Theme of Communication®
Have you ever known someone who searches for the perfect expression? Or someone who expresses and re-expresses himself until he feels understood? Or maybe you know someone who comes to work every day with a new hairstyle, accessory, or fashion appliqué? These people may have the StrengthsFinder Theme of Communication®
How StrengthsFinder can be used to Identify Talent
How do you identify the next leader? What process do you use to ensure that the mission of your organization continues when the current leader […]
Exploring the StrengthsFinder Theme of Command®
A person with the Strength of Command® is inspired to take charge. They are not afraid to make an impact on people where others may fear doing so. Command® inspires people to express themselves and their feelings.
How We Use Cooking to See Strengths
Cooking is something universally shared by everyone. While the level of expertise varies, it’s something all of us can relate to. Whether it’s heating up […]
Exploring the StrengthsFinder Theme of Belief®
Someone with the StrengthsFinder Theme of Belief® is one who has core values that are present and enduring. These beliefs, or values, guide decisions and influence relationships and work.
Exploring the StrengthsFinder Theme of Arranger®
Have you ever marveled at way a person can multi-task and then she goes and juggles one more thing? Have you ever noticed the leader who can develop a strong 5-year strategy and deliver on that strategy by getting the right people together at the right time, mixing new and complex elements in a new season, and accomplish goals that end up surpassing quotas or expectations? That leader might have the Strength of Arranger®.
StrengthsFinder is Not a Formula or a Prescription
All of us are unique. There is no magic formula or shortcut to success based on leveraging talents. But, you can start the process, and move along that path. Strengthsfinder can point you in a direction, but you will need to journey down the path.
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