The CliftonStrengths® Podcast Restorative®: Powerful Partnerships
Sep 22, 2025
Explore the theme of restorative strengths as a powerful force in problem-solving, likened to a fixer-upper. Discover how restorative individuals thrive in partnerships, bringing calm and clarity in crises. Learn about the unique needs of those with restorative strengths, such as the desire for challenges and recognition. Delve into the complementary dynamics with other strengths like Analytical and Positivity. Gain practical insights for leaders on how to spot and leverage these strengths in teams for maximum impact.
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Restorative Is Root-Cause Problem Solving
- People with Restorative are wired for deep problem solving and restoring things to working order.
- Their joy comes from diagnosing root causes and executing fixes rather than applying band-aid solutions.
Tech Firm Example With High Restorative
- Jillian describes a technology consulting firm with high Restorative at the company level, which excelled at finding and fixing system bugs.
- That collective strength improved their testing and problem-solving capabilities in a tech environment.
Sales Rep Who Loves Messy Problems
- A medical device sales rep with Restorative said, "I love messy situations," and used that to probe doctors about problems.
- They leveraged problem-solving to show how their product relieved real clinical issues.