Strengths, passions, values

Evaluating and periodically reconnecting with my strengths, values and passions helps me set goals and determine whether I am doing the best work for me.

Strengths

My strengths are my inherent abilities and the skills that I have developed over my life. I do my best work when it is well matched with my strengths.

• Writing: Presenting information in an understandable way
• Organization: Creating or adapting systems and structures
• Analysis: Rapid learning, processing, critical thinking
• Planning: Thinking long-term, strategizing
• Problem Solving: Looking for solutions

Passions

My passions are what I love to do, where my energy is best directed. I do my best work when it directly feeds my passions.

• Discovering connections
• Continuous, lifelong learning
• Using technology in innovative ways
• Finding creative solutions for sustainability
• Living an authentic life
• Building a close family

Values

My values reflect what I believe and what I hold to be most important. I do my best work when I am matched with an organization or team that shares my values.

Authenticity

• Being true to who you are
• Standing up for what’s right
• Not making judgments without observation and consideration
• Recognizing the interconnectedness of all things

Independence

• Freedom from others’ control
• Making my own decisions for me
• Defining my own life
• Financial independence

Creativity

• Finding new solutions
• Thinking outside of what is “accepted”
• Appreciating originality in others
• Learning and expressing through story

Self Care

• Loving oneself
• Always expecting happiness
• Connecting with my spirituality
• Recognizing that only when the self is healthy, can I take care of others

Close Relationships

• Commitment to spouse, family, friends, partners and pets
• Taking responsibility
• Loyalty
• Nurturing relationships