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Nancy Zugschwert (Nancy Z. for short) has just launched her new blog at www.theupside.com. Blogging has engaged her strengths, and provides her with a new platform to share her stories. Nancy is fun, exciting, insightful, and always willing to help others see the best in themselves! “When we are willing to grow and change we […]

WOW! Jim Collison shared a ton of resources with us. This post is going to be jam-packed full of links, tips, and opportunities for you to build on your talents using the tools made available through GALLUP. “The power of Strengths is in the continued renewal process; talking about it, working with it, and building […]

This show is the complete package! It was fun, insightful, entertaining, and humorous. Grace and I had an amazing time interviewing Maureen Monte (http://maureenmonte.com/). Of course the conversation is focused around Strengths, but we also reference topics such as rap battles, The Artist Formally Known as Prince, and Shaq as a race jockey. “My platform […]

Chinarut Ruangchotvit is a Evernote Consultant, dancer, and all around awesome person! The Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment provided him with a sense of direction and clarity. In this episode of THEME-ADDICTS we’ll discuss: – How to use the CSF results to write your bio; take a problem and overlay it with each theme in 1 or 2 sentences – “The […]

Alex Wong has been a friend of mine since my Strengths journey began in 2013! I follow his blog over at StrengthsAlchemy.com and suggest you do the same. In this episode, we’ll discuss StrengthsFinder vs. Myers-Briggs, and highlight some steps a Strengths “newbie” would take in an effort to unlock their true potential. Below are […]

Hot dog! This was an awesome interview. We love it when we host a guest who’s just as pumped and motivated as we are! Beckie Jorgensen was involved in Human Resources for 15 years before she made the jump to professional coaching. She was introduced to StrengthsFinder by a fellow Strengths Coach, Kyle Morgan. Kyle […]

Sean Trent is an automotive technician who’s new to Strengths! We love interviewing guests like Sean. His insight is fresh, and his excitement is totally unfiltered. Sean was first introduced to StrengthsFinder after attending a Strengths Meetup that he saw posted on Facebook. Here’s an awesome video by Brandon Miller and Adrian Ruiz on how […]

This show is dedicated to everyone whose strength, or strengths, are within the Strategic Thinking domain. Khalil Patwa walks us through his introduction to Strengths, and reveals how his new-found insight has effected both his personal development, as well as his overall health. He talks about a little-known condition known as adrenal fatigue. Many of […]

Nathan Sondgeroth is the President & CEO of the Clinton Iowa Chamber of Commerce. Not only that…Nate is the gentleman who introduced ME to a little book titled StrengthsFinder 2.0. In this episode, Nathan explains how he was introduced to strengths-based development, how he integrates strengths into the chamber culture, and how his current profession allows […]

Joe Sztapka is a Regional Director at Modern Woodmen of America. Joe’s key roles include training and mentoring Managing Partners in his region, expanding and implementing fraternal activity, and recruiting up and coming talent. Another aspect of his job as the CEO of the Midwest Region also includes continuing to help the Midwest Region grow. Grace met Joe […]

In this episode, Grace LaConte and I interview Derrick Jack. Derrick is a using the Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment to help young men and women discover their true talents! His journey also placed him right smack on the doorstep of Gallup’s EP10, Entrepreneurial Strengthsfinder, launch in 2014. Since then, Derrick has been learning everything he can […]

In this episode we introduce our new co-host, Grace LaConte! Grace brings a massive amount of passion, insight, and a new voice to the THEME-ADDICTS mix. I’m very excited to have her on board! Our guest is none other than Paul D. Kelly of Sherman Oaks, California. Paul was one of the first enthusiasts to […]

Ted Baird has been using the Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment for the last decade. A recent request from one of his coaching clients sparked a desire to pursue a certification through Gallup. In this episode, Ted talks about how Strengths entered his life, how he uses it as a tool to help others, and how the action […]

Abdullah Saqib is leading the Strengths movement in Pakistan. Pakistan’s first Strengths-based Career Coaching Initiative, Rangle, focuses on strengths strategies which improve individual, team and organizational performance. (https://Facebook.com/rangle.it) I always enjoy interviewing Strengths enthusiasts from other countries. They provide such amazing insights, and often introduce me to concepts I had never heard of here in the […]

Joni Lynn Nelson has definitely embraced her talents! In this episode, Joni and Andy talk about how the Clifton StrengthsFinder helped each of them embrace their individual talents, and become comfortable with what Joni defines as a “wonderful mess!” In March of 2015, Joni will be attending Gallup’s Accelerated Strengths Coaching course in Omaha, NE. […]

I had the awesome opportunity to interview Janet du Preez from Johannesburg South Africa. Janet blew me away with her understanding of strengths! She provided me with some new tools to add to my own strengths tool box. I especially enjoyed the “Dishwasher” analogy! I learn something new in every interview, and this was no […]

Wynand Jacobs joins Andy in an awesome discussion on strengths, talents, and living a life full of satisfaction and success! Wynand is from South Africa, and acts as a certified Strengths Coach through The Strengths Institute. His insights surrounding positive psychology and Strengths-based development are not only noteworthy, but great tools to add to your […]

Many of our viewers will recognize Jim from his efforts as lead web-caster on Gallup’s series Called to Coach, The Great Manager, and Theme Thursday. Like you, I thought Jim’s Strengths journey began when he started working for Gallup in Omaha, NE….we were wrong! This interview is full of great action-steps you can take today […]

Elviera Schreuder was looking for a sense of direction. Her story is full of resources, insights, and actions taken to find one’s path. Elviera continues to develop her talent, and wants nothing more than to help others do the same. Her new venture, Virtuous Coaching (http://virtuouscoaching.co.za/) is a product of her love for Strengths! This […]

Futuristic | Strategic | Learner Ideation | Responsibility Nathanael Small is one of the most Strengths-aware professionals that I’ve ever met. His insight and understanding of Strengths is at a level that I myself strive to attain. In this interview, Nathanael will help you better understand what it truly means to embrace your talents. He […]