Understanding the CliftonStrength of:
Individualization®
People talented in the StrengthsFinder Individualization theme are intrigued with the unique qualities of each person. They have a gift for figuring out how different people can work together productively.
Individualisation is one of 34 strengths from Clifton Strengths / Gallup Strengths Finder. These words are used interchangeably.
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Summary of This Strength
If you have the Individualisation strength in CliftonStrengths (StrengthsFinder), you can easily see the special qualities in everyone. You enjoy learning about each person’s story, how they think, what motivates them, and how they connect with others. This helps you put together effective teams because you know how to customise your approach for each person, allowing people to work together even if they are very different.
How You See the World
You believe that people are all different, and that’s what makes them special. Using the same approach for everyone doesn’t work. Customisation is important. You take pride in understanding what each person needs and adjusting your approach to fit them.
What This Strength is Known For
Appreciating what makes others different
Accepting people as they are
Being open-minded and understanding
Recognising the needs of others clearly
Potential Downsides (or ‘shadow’ sides)
Like any strength, Individualisation has its potential challenges. Some downsides could include:
Giving too many exceptions to individual requests, which may cause confusion or unfairness
Struggling to make decisions that meet everyone's needs at the same time, as it can be hard to balance everyone’s preferences
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What Frustrates You
People with Individualisation often feel frustrated by:
Strict rules that do not allow for any flexibility
A one-size-fits-all approach that doesn’t work for everyone
People thinking that your custom approach is showing favouritism
What’s Important to You
Helping others achieve their own success in their unique way
Having enough information about clients to tailor your approach
Opportunities to change your methods to fit different people’s needs
What You Contribute
Your talent for recognising what makes each person special helps them feel valued and confident. You make people feel proud of their own unique skills and strengths. This helps build strong, trusting relationships, where people know they are appreciated for who they are.
The true power (CliftonStrengths • StrengthsFinder) Individualisation is your ability to see what make each person unique and adjust your approach to help them succeed.
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