Understanding the CliftonStrength of:
Responsibility®
People talented in the StrengthsFinder Responsibility theme take psychological ownership of what they say they will do. They are committed to stable values such as honesty and loyalty.
Responsibility is one of 34 strengths from Clifton Strengths / Gallup Strengths Finder. These words are used interchangeably.
Summary of This Strength
People with Responsibility (CliftonStrengths • StrengthsFinder) talents take promises seriously and strive to deliver on them. For you, words carry significant weight, and commitments are not made lightly. If you are unable to fulfil a promise, you do not make excuses or justify it. Instead, you take action to make things right.
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How You See The World
You believe promises must be honoured, and you are committed to fulfilling them to the best of your ability. Excuses or justifications are not acceptable to you, even when things go wrong. Instead, you seek ways to make amends and ensure your impact is felt.
What This Strength is Known For
You are dependable, committed, and someone others can rely on. You value accountability and always aim to keep your word.
Potential Downsides (or 'shadow' sides)
Your strong sense of responsibility can sometimes lead to self-blame, difficulty in saying no, and taking on more than you can manage, at work / home. You may feel guilty when you cannot see something through to completion or fail to deliver on a promise.
What Frustrates You
Excuses and a lack of follow-through from others can be deeply frustrating for you.
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What’s Important to You
You value honesty, loyalty, and earning the trust of others. Having opportunities to fulfil your commitments and complete tasks is also essential to you.
What You Contribute
Your dedication to your work and the promises you make helps build strong, stable relationships. Others trust you because they know you will honour your commitments.
The genius of Responsibility talent is known for the deep commitments you make to others and the ownership you feel. Because you are a person of your word, people trust you and count on you.
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