Focus™️

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

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

Summary of This Strength

Individuals with the Focus strength enjoy having a clear direction and progressing towards set goals. They thrive when they can focus on one task at a time, setting realistic and achievable milestones.

This speeds up their workflow and enhances the quality of the results they achieve.

How You See the World

You see the world as a series of opportunities to apply your energies efficiently. By concentrating all your efforts on one task at any given time, you achieve the best results. Unlike a "jack of all trades, master of none," you choose to dedicate your time to mastering one or two skills thoroughly.

What This Strength is Known For

This strength is characterised by an intense concentration on singular tasks, complemented by a strong dedication to your goals.

You are known for your grit and determination, with a notable ability to follow through on commitments and see projects to completion.

Potential Downsides (or ‘shadow’ sides)

However, your focused nature does come with potential downsides. You can sometimes appear uptight or overly absorbed in your work. This may lead you to easily feeling overwhelmed or stressed, particularly when faced with unexpected changes or disruptions.

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

Certainty and fixed plans are paramount to you. You value clear, structured approaches and well-defined goals that allow you to apply your focus where it is most effective without ambiguity or uncertainty.

You find delays and obstacles particularly frustrating, especially when they affect your progress towards goals. Changes to established goals and plans can cause significant disruption. A lack of clarity in objectives or instructions can be particularly frustrating for someone who values precision and clear direction.

What You Contribute

Your natural talent lies in your ability to set clear goals and outcomes for yourself and others, keeping team members aligned and on track. You have a talent for gathering detailed facts and information, reading with comprehension, and solving problems with precision.  

Your ability to concentrate for extended periods enables you to tackle complex and challenging problems effectively.

The essence of your Focus (CliftonStrengths • StrengthsFinder) talent is your unparalleled concentration on singular tasks. This single-minded focus not only