Who Am I?

Purpose

To empower others to be their authentic selves so that we can create the space for connection in the world.

I strive to be my true self no matter who I am around or what scenario I am in.

Authenticity

A community is essential to a well developed individual. So taking the time to invest in relationships is important.

Connection

I hope to have a deep consideration for anyone I interact with. Taking the time to truly understand another and being patient.

Empathy

Values

Connectedness

Things happen for a reason — you feel it deep in your soul. You know we’re all connected in some way. Yes, we have free will, and we’re responsible for our own choices. But even so, we’re part of something much bigger. You’re certain of the oneness of humanity. Some might call it the collective unconscious, spirit or life force. Whatever words resonate with you, understanding that we’re not isolated from one another gives you strength — and it comes with certain responsibilities. If we’re all part of a greater whole, then hurting others ultimately means hurting ourselves. Exploiting our communities means exploiting ourselves. These beliefs shape your values. You are considerate, caring and accepting. You build bridges between people from different cultures and backgrounds. You reassure others that there’s a purpose beyond the routine of daily life. The details of your faith may be influenced by your upbringing and culture, but your faith is steadfast nonetheless. It sustains you and helps you navigate the mysteries of life with confidence and grace.

Adaptability

You live in the moment. You don’t see the future as a fixed destination. Instead, you see it as a place that you create out of the choices you make right now, one decision at a time. This doesn’t mean you don’t have plans. But because of your strong Adaptability, you respond willingly to the demands of the moment even if they pull you away from your plans. You are naturally composed and levelheaded, and you rarely get flustered. You don’t resent sudden requests or unforeseen detours. You expect them. On some level, you look forward to them. Your ability to navigate change and respond quickly to uncertainty while remaining calm reassures others and builds confidence and stability during times of transition or confusion. You are, at heart, a flexible, unflappable person who can stay productive when the demands of work and life are pulling you in many different directions at once.

Developer

You see potential in people, and this draws you to them. In your view, no individual is fully formed. On the contrary, each person is a work in progress and full of possibilities. You want other people to succeed, so you look for ways to challenge them and help them grow. And all the while, you are on the lookout for signs of growth in others — a slight improvement in a skill, a behavior learned or modified, a glimpse of excellence. For you, these small increments — invisible to some — are proof of someone beginning to realize their potential. These signs of growth in others are your fuel. They bring you strength and satisfaction. Others will come to you for help and encouragement — not only because you have Developer talent, but because they know that helping others is genuinely fulfilling for you.

Belief

You have certain core values that are enduring. These values vary from one person to another, but typically, having strong Belief causes you to be altruistic, even spiritual, and to value responsibility and high ethics — both in yourself and others. These core values give your life meaning and satisfaction, and they affect your behaviors and decisions. Your values give you direction and guide you through the temptations and distractions of life toward a consistent set of priorities. This consistency is the foundation for all your relationships. Your Belief makes you easy to trust. Your friends call you dependable. They know where you stand. In your view, success is more than money and prestige. Guided by your Belief theme, your work must be meaningful and fit with your values; it must matter to you. And it will matter only if it gives you the chance to live out your values.

Empathy

You can sense the emotions of those around you. Intuitively, you feel what they are feeling as though their feelings are your own. You do not necessarily agree with each person’s perspective, feel pity for their predicament or condone their choices, but you do understand. This instinctive ability to understand is powerful. You hear the unasked questions. You anticipate the needs. When people struggle to express their feelings — to themselves and to others — you seem to find the right words and the right tone. You give voice to their emotions. For all these reasons, people are drawn to you.

Clifton Strengths