What comes to mind when you hear the word ‘harmony’? Is it communal “kumbaya,” or is it about actionable consensus?
In this episode we explore the CliftonStrengths talent theme Harmony®: discussing some of the assumptions, perceptions – and misperceptions – of this theme; dive into the ways we have witnessed this talent at work in others we have coached, and; provide ideas and insights to appreciate and support those with Harmony® talents. We also highlight the battle of the overused, underused, or just right application of these talents. Given that Chad has Harmony® in his Top 5 CliftonStrengths, he shares some practical aspects of this talent theme and how those talents have contributed to his success and those of his teams.
This calming presence we’ve witnessed with those with high Harmony® talents allow them to see through emotional hijacks and pretentious or deceptive nonsense (better known as B.S.), resolve conflict, and bring others together. Those with high Harmony® talents know constructive conflict can be energizing, building on ideas to move us forward. Chad shared with us another analogy after the show about how his Harmony talents feel about conflict. If the intent of conflict is simply to ‘sling mud’, we both end up covered in mud. But, if we ‘sling mud’ in the same direction, with purpose and towards a goal, we can build a hut...rather than tearing each other down.
“Conflict is inevitable, but contention is a choice” – Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf
What about you? Share with us your practical use of your Harmony® talents. Let us know your experience or let us know what other topics you’d like to hear about.
LINKS and RESOURCES
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Jen’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths themes are: Responsibility | Achiever | Belief | Deliberative | Activator
Follow Chad @ Talent and Teams Consulting
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cahern
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Chad’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths themes are: Learner | Deliberative | Responsibility | Harmony | Analytical
Learn more about CliftonStrengths talent themes: https://bit.ly/2LqRcm6
Learn more about the CliftonStrengths Harmony talent theme:https://bit.ly/3UZCnYc
The opinions and insights we share on each CliftonStrengths theme are our own and are based on our understanding of Gallup’s Strengths-based development research. We are also informed by our unique work with our clients. Even though we are both Gallup Certified Strengths Coaches, the insights we share here are not formally vetted, approved, or endorsed by Gallup, Inc.
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