
GALLUP® Theme Thursday
Theme Thursday is a GALLUP® Webcast series that dives deep into the CliftonStrengths® Themes, one theme at a time. GALLUP® experts and a panel of guests discuss how each theme impacts them and manifests itself in life. Get more information on Theme Thursday at http://gallup.com/cliftonstrengths
Latest episodes

Dec 12, 2018 • 42min
Understanding and Investing in Your Woo Talent -- Season 4
To learn more about Gallup's additional strengths resources, visit the Gallup Strengths Center: http://on.gallup.com/1l04XVZ. Gallup's Theme Thursday is a live Webcast that targets strengths coaches and enthusiasts to provide a deeper context behind the language of strengths by talking in-depth about each of the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder themes.On this Theme Thursday Season Four webcast, Jim Collison, Gallup's Director of Talent Sourcing, and Maika Leibbrandt, Senior Workplace Consultant, talk about Woo. The talent theme of Woo is all about making fast social connections, turning strangers into friends, and creating a space of social comfort for others. Those especially talented in this theme can quickly turn strangers into acquaintances. They don’t just break the ice—they melt it through warmth and hospitality. They are charming and open.

Nov 28, 2018 • 37min
Understanding and Investing in Your Strategic Talent -- Season 4
To learn more about Gallup's additional strengths resources, visit the Gallup Strengths Center: http://on.gallup.com/1l04XVZ. Gallup's Theme Thursday is a live Webcast that targets strengths coaches and enthusiasts to provide a deeper context behind the language of strengths by talking in-depth about each of the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder themes.On this Theme Thursday Season Four webcast, Jim Collison, Gallup's Director of Talent Sourcing, and Maika Leibbrandt, Senior Workplace Consultant, talk about Strategic. The Strategic Thinking theme of Strategic describes more than just having a plan. People especially talented in this theme consider the world through a series of contingencies, contemplating quickly and constantly about the “what if” scenarios of a day, an event, an interaction, or a lifetime.

Nov 21, 2018 • 29min
Understanding and Investing in Your Significance Talent -- Season 4
To learn more about Gallup's additional strengths resources, visit the Gallup Strengths Center: http://on.gallup.com/1l04XVZ. Gallup's Theme Thursday is a live Webcast that targets strengths coaches and enthusiasts to provide a deeper context behind the language of strengths by talking in-depth about each of the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder themes.On this Theme Thursday Season Four webcast, Jim Collison, Gallup's Director of Talent Sourcing, and Maika Leibbrandt, Senior Workplace Consultant, talk about Significance. People especially talented in the Significance theme are drawn to doing work that gets noticed by others. They seek to have an impact on people, and this leads them away from the mundane toward the exceptional. Significance can be understood as desire, yearning, a hunger to have meaningful impact on other people. It’s a primal need to do something that leaves a mark, something that makes a difference.

Nov 1, 2018 • 28min
Understanding and Investing in Your Self-Assurance Talent -- Season 4
To learn more about Gallup's additional strengths resources, visit the Gallup Strengths Center: http://on.gallup.com/1l04XVZ. Gallup's Theme Thursday is a live Webcast that targets strengths coaches and enthusiasts to provide a deeper context behind the language of strengths by talking in-depth about each of the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder themes.On this Theme Thursday Season Four webcast, Jim Collison, Gallup's Director of Talent Sourcing, and Maika Leibbrandt, Senior Workplace Consultant, talk about Self-Assurance. The Influencing theme of Self-Assurance describes an instinctive awareness of ability. People who lead with this theme tend to know what they bring to the table, and confidently bring just that. They trust themselves as a resource, and know of the boundaries to their own mastery. This theme is about internal decision making, trusting their gut and intuition.

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Oct 26, 2018 • 34min
Understanding and Investing in Your Restorative Talent -- Season 4
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the Restorative theme and its application in different domains. They highlight the power of Restorative talent, emphasizing the qualities and behaviors to expect from someone with Restorative. They also talk about taking advantage of a team member's talent, challenges faced by individuals with restorative as a dominant strength, and understanding and developing relationships with Restorative.

Oct 18, 2018 • 36min
Understanding and Investing in Your Responsibility Talent -- Season 4
To learn more about Gallup's additional strengths resources, visit the Gallup Strengths Center: http://on.gallup.com/1l04XVZ. Gallup's Theme Thursday is a live Webcast that targets strengths coaches and enthusiasts to provide a deeper context behind the language of strengths by talking in-depth about each of the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder themes.On this Theme Thursday Season Four webcast, Jim Collison, Gallup's Director of Talent Sourcing, and Maika Leibbrandt, Senior Workplace Consultant, talk about Responsibility. The CliftonStrengths theme of Responsibility describes people who are exceptionally talented at keeping promises to others, following through on what they say they will do by taking ownership of their commitments. Responsibility describes loyalty and dedication to tasks. It’s an executing theme that drives people to complete projects and deliverables, especially when other people are counting on them.

Oct 18, 2018 • 34min
Understanding and Investing in Your Relator Talent -- Season 4
In this podcast on Relator talent, the hosts discuss the value of building deep interpersonal connections, debunk misconceptions about relators, emphasize the importance of investing in relationships, explore ways to drive engagement, and highlight the significance of recognizing and encouraging individual talents.

Oct 12, 2018 • 36min
Understanding and Investing in Your Positivity Talent -- Season 4
To learn more about Gallup's additional strengths resources, visit the Gallup Strengths Center: http://on.gallup.com/1l04XVZ. Gallup's Theme Thursday is a live Webcast that targets strengths coaches and enthusiasts to provide a deeper context behind the language of strengths by talking in-depth about each of the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder themes.On this Theme Thursday Season Four webcast, Jim Collison, Gallup's Director of Talent Sourcing, and Maika Leibbrandt, Senior Workplace Consultant, talk about Positivity. People exceptionally talented in the Positivity theme have contagious enthusiasm. They are upbeat and can get others excited about what they are going to do. People with strong Positivity talents are generous with praise, quick to smile, and always on the lookout for the upside of the situation. They bring enthusiasm to people, groups, and organizations. They can stimulate others to be more productive and hopeful. They always seem to find a way to lighten the spirits of those around them. They are optimistic, hopeful, and fun-loving. They celebrate every achievement. They find ways to make everything more exciting and more vital.

Oct 9, 2018 • 34min
Understanding and Investing in Your Maximizer Talent -- Season 4
To learn more about Gallup's additional strengths resources, visit the Gallup Strengths Center: http://on.gallup.com/1l04XVZ. Gallup's Theme Thursday is a live Webcast that targets strengths coaches and enthusiasts to provide a deeper context behind the language of strengths by talking in-depth about each of the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder themes.On this Theme Thursday Season Four webcast, Jim Collison, Gallup's Director of Talent Sourcing, and Maika Leibbrandt, Senior Workplace Consultant, talk about Maximizer. People exceptionally talented in the Maximizer theme focus on strengths as a way to stimulate personal and group excellence. They seek to transform something strong into something superb. Maximizers see talents and strengths in others, usually before anyone else does. Strengths — whether their own or someone else’s — fascinate them. Maximizers love to help others become excited about their potential. They have the capacity to see what people do best and which jobs they will be good at. They can see how people’s talents match the tasks that must be completed. Excellence, not average, is their measure and pursuit. They have a quality orientation that leads them to focus on areas of strength for themselves and others and to manage around weakness.

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Sep 28, 2018 • 35min
Understanding and Investing in Your Learner Talent -- Season 4
Dive into the thrill of the learning journey, where curiosity and growth take center stage! Discover how embracing the 'Learner' theme can transform personal and professional development. Explore the excitement of learning as a process, not just a destination. Uncover strategies for collaborative learning and celebrate progress along the way. Plus, engage with a vibrant community that fosters support and humor in the pursuit of knowledge. Ready to learn more about enhancing your experiences as a lifelong learner?