Developer®

Developer is one of 34 strengths from Clifton Strengths / Gallup Strengths Finder.

Do you manage somebody with the Developer Strength? Find out how to maximise their contribution, both as an individual and as part of the team’s strengths.

Summary of This Strength

People with the Developer talent find joy in enabling others to grow and achieve their goals. A key thought is "How can I support this person develop their talents, skills and strengths?"

They facilitate success and actively challenge others to grow and develop. While small levels of progress might be easily overlooked by others, those with the Developer talent notice and celebrate this progress. This approach empowers and inspires those around them to strive for self-improvement.

How You See the World

You see everyone as a work in progress, brimming with potential. You are committed to contributing to others' success, believing strongly in the value of supporting and investing in the development of individuals.

What This Strength is Known For in a Team

This strength is renowned for its capacity to empower and encourage others. People with this talent have a genuine ability to identify and believe in the potential of others, even when it might not be immediately obvious.

Potential Downsides or ‘Shadow-sides’

There are challenges associated with this strength. Others may not be able to improve as much as you think they can. You may see potential where there isn’t any. Additionally, there might be times where focussing on developing others could overshadow your personal development.

Chat to us to understand the ‘shadow’ sides of this strength and how to manage these at work and at home.

What’s Important to You and What Frustrates You

What matters most to you is having opportunities to mentor and support the growth of others. You value environments where people actively seek your help to enhance their skills and where your influence helps others recognise their own strengths and potential.

It can also be frustrating to be part of an environment that doesn’t prioritise developing others’ potential. Such environments can feel restrictive and misaligned with your values.

What You Contribute

Your contribution is significant in creating environments that nurture growth. You have a keen eye for spotting latent talents and strengths, and you encourage individuals to hone these skills. Moreover, you possess the unique ability to identify and highlight improvements in others that they themselves might not have recognised, thus helping them to see and achieve more.