Strengths Finder 2.0 by Tom Rath

15. February 2010 by Farhana N. Shah.

Some interesting points and quotes from this book:

*   It is important that we aware of and enhance our strengths in order to know where we fit in.

*   “the key to human development is building on who you already are.”

*   “You cannot be anything you want to be- but you can be a lot more of who you already are.”

I finished this book during the snowstorm of 2010 in Maryland.  It was refreshing in that it helped me to realize that why be stressed over things I cannot change, but rather take time to build the talents I already possess.  I took their online assessment and found out that my strengths include, but are not limited to the following:

1.  Discipline

2.  Focus

3.  Harmony

4.  Responsibility

5.  Restorative

Once you take the assessment and find out your strengths, you can continue reading about your talents and utilize some of the ideas for actions that are included in the book.  While,  the ideas are not new, it is certainly a reminder for us.  The best part is that it helps us to work with those who may not possess the same talents as us.

The downside to the book is that it is clearly a marketing strategy because you have to purchase the book in order to take the online assessment.  Then there is planning guide in order to apply or improve our strengths.

I recommend it for those who are thinking of a career change, stressed over their current work situation, or just want to know what they excel in…

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