The Clifton StrengthsFinder and the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder theme names are protected by copyright of Gallup Inc., 2000. All rights reserved.
Yes. Talents are morally neutral, as are knowledge and skills. No talent is "good" or "bad." How you use a talent is what counts. Each talent is simply a recurring pattern of thought, feeling, or behavior that can be productively applied. Naturally, each talent holds the potential to be built into a strength. For example, it is useful for a person to focus on his Command theme, acquire the relevant product knowledge and selling skills, and build these talents into a strength for selling. However, the same talent can also be cultivated for negative ends. It is not useful for a person to focus on his Command theme only to become confrontational and belligerent with his friends, family, and colleagues. This is misuse and self-indulgence. To build a genuine strength, always focus your efforts toward a productive application.
The Clifton StrengthsFinder and the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder theme names are protected by copyright of Gallup Inc., 2000. All rights reserved.
