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Descriptions of 34 Gallup Talents
Achiever
People with the Achiever talent have a great deal of stamina and work hard. They take immense satisfaction from being busy and productive. They have an internal fire burning inside them, which pushes them to do more, to achieve more.
Activator
People with the Activator talent can make things happen by turning thoughts into action. They are often impatient and want to start immediately. They act as a catalyst, prompting others to act and overcome passivity.
Adaptability
People with the Adaptability talent prefer to go with the flow. They tend to be 'now' people who take things as they come and discover the future one day at a time. They are calm and composed in the face of sudden changes.
Analytical
People with the Analytical talent search for reasons and causes. They have the ability to think about all the factors that might affect a situation. They value data, facts, and logic, and need objective evidence to feel confident in a decision.
Arranger
People with the Arranger talent can organize, but they also have a flexibility that is essential to them. They like to manage all the variables in a complex situation to arrange everything in the most effective way. They are like orchestra conductors.
Belief
People with the Belief talent have certain core values that are unchanging. Out of these values emerges a defined purpose for their life. These values affect all their decisions and actions.
Command
People with the Command talent have presence. They can take control of a situation and make decisions. They are not afraid of confrontation and can express their opinions clearly. In crisis situations, when others hesitate, they easily step into the role of a leader.
Communication
People with the Communication talent generally find it easy to put their thoughts into words. They are good conversationalists and presenters. They can make any topic interesting and memorable.
Competition
People with the Competition talent measure their progress against the performance of others. They strive to win first place and revel in contests. They love contests and situations where a winner can be clearly identified.
Connectedness
People with the Connectedness talent have faith in the links between all things. They believe there are few coincidences and that almost every event has a reason. They have a strong sense of unity with other people and the world.
Consistency
People with the Consistency talent are keenly aware of the need to treat people the same. They try to treat everyone in the world with consistency by setting up clear rules and adhering to them.
Context
People with the Context talent enjoy thinking about the past. They understand the present by researching its history. They need to analyze the history of events, decisions, and relationships to fully grasp the current situation.
Deliberative
People with the Deliberative talent are best described by the serious care they take in making decisions or choices. They anticipate obstacles. They are cautious, vigilant, and value privacy.
Developer
People with the Developer talent recognize and cultivate the potential in others. They spot the signs of each small improvement and derive satisfaction from these improvements. They are patient teachers, mentors, and coaches.
Discipline
People with the Discipline talent enjoy routine and structure. Their world is best described by the order they create. They are precise, meticulous, and good at creating plans, schedules, and systems.
Empathy
People with the Empathy talent can sense the feelings of other people by imagining themselves in others' lives or situations. They intuitively understand what others are feeling, even if those emotions are not expressed directly.
Focus
People with the Focus talent can take a direction, follow through, and make the corrections necessary to stay on track. They prioritize, then act. They need a clear destination to work towards.
Futuristic
People with the Futuristic talent are inspired by the future and what could be. They energize others with their visions of the future. They are dreamers who can see possibilities beyond the horizon.
Harmony
People with the Harmony talent look for consensus. They don't enjoy conflict; rather, they seek areas of agreement. They believe little is gained from confrontation and much more from cooperation.
Ideation
People with the Ideation talent are fascinated by ideas. They are able to find connections between seemingly disparate phenomena. They are creative and draw energy from brainstorming and coming up with new concepts.
Includer
People with the Includer talent are accepting of others. They show awareness of those who feel left out and make an effort to include them. They believe that everyone is equal and deserves respect. Their goal is to widen the circle and break down barriers between people.
Individualization
People with the Individualization talent are intrigued with the unique qualities of each person. They have a gift for figuring out how different people can work together productively. They instinctively observe and understand the style, motivations, and needs of each individual.
Input
People with the Input talent have a craving to know more. Often they like to collect and archive all kinds of information. They are inquisitive and enjoy collecting various data, facts, books, or contacts.
Intellection
People with the Intellection talent are characterized by their intellectual activity. They are introspective and appreciate intellectual discussions. They need time alone to think, reflect, and process information.
Learner
People with the Learner talent have a great desire to learn and want to continuously improve. The process of learning, rather than the outcome, excites them. They are curious and draw energy from learning new things.
Maximizer
People with the Maximizer talent focus on strengths as a way to stimulate personal and group excellence. They seek to transform something strong into something superb. They are not interested in fixing weaknesses.
Positivity
People with the Positivity talent have an enthusiasm that is contagious. They are upbeat and can get others excited about what they are going to do. They are generous with praise, quick to smile, and always on the lookout for the positive in the situation.
Relator
People with the Relator talent enjoy close relationships with others. They find deep satisfaction in working hard with friends to achieve a goal. They value deep, authentic, and trust-based relationships.
Responsibility
People with the Responsibility talent take psychological ownership of what they say they will do. They are committed to stable values such as honesty and loyalty. They are conscientious and reliable.
Restorative
People with the Restorative talent are adept at dealing with problems. They are good at figuring out what is wrong and resolving it. They enjoy the challenge of analyzing the symptoms, identifying what is wrong, and finding the solution.
Self-Assurance
People with the Self-Assurance talent feel confident in their ability to manage their own lives. They have an inner compass that gives them confidence that their decisions are right. They are independent, confident, and can go against the grain.
Significance
People with the Significance talent want to be very important in the eyes of others. They are independent and want to be recognized. They want to be heard. They want to stand out. They want to be known.
Strategic
People with the Strategic talent create alternative ways to proceed. Faced with any given scenario, they can quickly spot the relevant patterns and issues. They are visionaries who can create strategic plans and anticipate future trends.
Woo
People with the Woo talent 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. They are open, sociable, and can find common ground with anyone.