StrengthsFinder - What Role Fits for Connectedness Careers?

StrengthsFinder Definition - Connectedness

People exceptionally talented in the Connectedness theme have faith in the links between all things. They believe there are few coincidences and that almost every event has a reason. Here's the full list of CliftonStrengths definitions so you can check out your other talents as well.

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StrengthsFinder Connectedness Careers - What Work Cultures Fit?

StrengthsFinder Connectedness Careers - Energy Takers & Energy Makers

In the next section, you'll explore what fuels you up and what drains you. Just like gas (or petrol) in your car, you need to keep your personal tank full to be at your best. Each StrengthsFinder talent theme is energized and drained by different things. When you see the stick figure who looks strong, you can consider how these things fuel you up at work. They're your energy makers. When you see the stick figure who looks weak, consider if these things are draining you at work. They're your energy takers.

Yucks for CliftonStrengths Connectedness

  • Closed-mindedness or when people refuse to see that issues impact more than just us
  • Experiencing an us vs. them mentality because we all have a ripple effect on each other

Example yuck from client: "I believe that the universe offers us a lot of wisdom if we will listen. In my last job, one of my teammates made fun of me for being "woo woo." I know that he is analytical and that data is his truth. For me, the only truth is wonder and curiosity. In order to get along, I changed the words I used at work, and I ignored insights from my intuition. Looking back, I know I would have had a bigger impact if I hadn't pushed my Connectedness away as if it didn't belong at work."

Yays for CliftonStrengths Connectedness

  • Getting to integrate parts into a whole — seeing how people and ideas map together
  • Exploring the mystery in things, and seeing the threads of commonality

Example yay from client: "A great week for me feels like the movie 'The Lion King.' I'm all about the circle of life. The same concepts apply at work, yet people rarely bring this mindful approach. I hold the space for our team to know that our contribution means something bigger. I feel really motivated when I feel seen and heard, and when I can help other people feel seen and heard. Just like everything, it has a ripple effect. It's fun to know I created a positive ripple."

Build Fitting Connectedness Careers - You At Your Best

Most people have a good handle on "What" they bring to the workplace. Resumes, CVs, and career development conversations are filled with lists of skills and job titles that show "what" you can do. Nearly everyone misses the "How".

Your Clifton StrengthsFinder talent themes help you communicate "How" you show up. It's how you think. It's how you feel. It's how you act. These are huge differences in each person that are differentiators on the job. Consider these adjectives you might want to consciously put into your personal branding efforts.

We recommend working a "How" description into the Summary section in your LinkedIn profile (if you don't yet use that section, don't worry, most people haven't paid attention to it until now). Of course, make up adjectives or phrases that describe you at your best. Try to avoid words like "motivated, self-starter" because they're so overused that you'll blend in with everyone else. Here are some ideas to spark your thinking:

  • Integrator
  • Idea-Connector
  • Bridge-Builder
  • Comforter
  • Considerate
  • Abundance-Minded
  • Faithful
  • Listener
  • Seeker
  • Perceptive
  • Unifier
  • Caring
  • Nature-Lover
  • Advocate
  • Open-Minded
  • Philosophical
  • Kind
  • Thoughtful