Maximizer®

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

Maximiser is one of 34 strengths from Clifton Strengths / Gallup Strengths Finder. These words are used interchangeably.

Summary of This Strength

People with Maximizer (CliftonStrengths • StrengthsFinder) talents are dedicated to achieving excellence, both individually and as part of a team. You focus on what is already good and aim to make it even better. The idea of untapped potential excites you, and you prefer to focus on strengths where the possibilities for improvement are endless. You naturally strive for the best outcomes and inspire others to pursue excellence alongside you.

How You See The World

For you, excellence is more important than simply getting something done. It’s not about how much work has been completed, but how well it was executed. You believe everything can be improved and take pride in elevating things to the next level.

You are also motivated to get the most out of life, opportunities and resources.

You enjoy working with other talented people and are very comfortable asking for help / delegating to those who are better at things than you are.

What This Strength is Known For

Maximizers are known for being driven, striving for excellence, and delivering high-quality work.

Potential Downsides (or 'shadow' sides)

Your high standards can sometimes make you difficult to satisfy, or demanding.

If you’d like to understand how to manage these ‘shadow’ sides of the Maximizer strength, both at work and at home, get in touch with us.

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What Frustrates You

You feel frustrated when others present you with mediocre work or when tasks are completed with little effort or care.

What’s Important to You

You value working with people who appreciate your strengths and give you the time and opportunity to improve existing work. You also appreciate when others are open to your feedback and willing to act on it.

What You Contribute

Your ability to see what excellence looks like helps others work towards a shared goal. Your drive to produce high-quality results inspires those around you to strive for excellence, raising the overall standard of the team and organisation. Your strengths allow you to enhance any project, adding value and elevating it to a higher level than it was before.

The true power of Maximizer (CilftonStrengths • StrengthsFinder) lies in your preference to work towards achieving excellence and to work with others who feel the same.

Click on these links if you’d like to find out more about completing the CliftonStrengths assessment, Strengths Finder consultancy or Strengths Finder coaching.

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