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There is a certain dependability found in Achiever – you can be counted on to get the job done. Achievers set the pace, bring energy to projects and drive projects forward, making sure the work is completed.

Activators tend to be catalysts, turning ideas into action and making things happen. You have a contagious energy and bring instant momentum to nearly any situation. It’s not only about getting things started for yourself, it is also about getting others going.

You are likely to naturally put others at ease when the unexpected happens, reassuring them and reassessing the situation. Your calmness and ability to “roll with it” is a powerful quality in the midst of a crisis.

You find great satisfaction in uncovering the essential facts needed to make wise decisions. This information leads to effective action and can prevent serious errors that can come from acting too soon.

You naturally gravitate toward complex systems, processes and teams that need an organizational nudge. You are a natural conductor and efficiently move yourself and your teams toward successful outcomes.

Certainty is a hallmark characteristic Belief – certainty of values, mission and purpose. This can be a compelling source of energy, not only for your productivity and drive but also for the inspiration and motivation of others.

You bring decisiveness and clarity to tense situations and can bring emotionally-charged issues out into the open. The courage to face and overcome challenging issues and situations brings others to trust their leadership.

You can find words not only for their own thoughts and feelings, but also for the thoughts and feelings of others. This enables you to reach out and connect with others in meaningful ways and to powerfully communicate important messages.

You can inspire others to a higher standard of performance and raise a group’s achievement level by creating a culture of winning – comparing against standards of excellence, being aware of competitors’ performance and celebrating victories.

You connect the dots, make the link between the seen and the unseen, build bridges and value all of creation. You believe that everyone should take care in what we do now; as it just might affect future generations in ways we may never know.

You can quickly and easily arrive at decisions that are fair and equitable to all involved. You are also the creators and guardians of standards, policies and procedures, helping teams and organizations function efficiently and effectively.

You enjoy thinking about the past and understanding the present by researching its history. You are likely to have relevant information that will help their teams avoid mistakes and make better decisions.

You make effective decisions because you have thought through all the scenarios and examined the intended and unintended consequences. This cautious, studied approach can actually promote efficiency and avoid pitfalls.

You are patient, encouraging and others-focused. You encourage others to learn, grow and improve – celebrating successes along the way.

You are organized, structured and pay attention to the details. Because of these innate talents, you tend to meet deadlines and have an innate ability to efficiently manage limited resources.

You are able to build and nurture relationships that have great emotional depth. With your strong Empathy, you help those in your presence to feel understood.

You are able to set goals and prioritize actions that will help you achieve your goals. You determine what you want to accomplish and then set out to make it happen.

You can see the possibilities, are inspired by your vision and can inspire others by what you see. You are able to leverage your talents to provide hope and inspire change.

You are a practical person who strive to avoid emotional quagmires that can get in the way of progress. You bring people together, find equitable solutions and smooth the path.

You bring new and fresh ideas to situations and projects, and are a natural innovator. Your creative energy can bring an alternative perspective to a team’s challenges.

You tend to draw the circle wider and have an aversion to anyone being left out. This creates in others a sense of belonging and being respected and valued.

You tune in to and appreciate the unique qualities of each individual. This creates in others a sense of belonging and being respected and valued.

You are curious, inquisitive and interested. This makes you a valuable resource for your coworkers as you bring information and new perspectives that help the team make good decisions.

You think deeply and examine all sides of an idea or an argument. This makes you a valuable resource for your coworkers as you provide logic and thoughtfulness that help the team make good decisions.

You find a deep satisfaction in putting the time and effort into learning a new skill, concept or methodology. This makes you a valuable resource for your teams as you research, study and explore innovative new concepts that can help them win.

You are naturally attuned to excellence – both in the projects you take on and in what you see in individuals. Not only do you set the standard for team performance, you recognize and draw out the unique contribution each person makes to the success of the team.

You are quick to smile, love to laugh, and generally see the best – in situations and in people. This makes you a natural energizer when things bog down, and you can be a source of encouragement and bring confidence to others.

You form deep relationships and are most productive when you are working alongside colleagues you know well. As a result, you can be great collaborators and bring encouragement to others on your team.

You take your commitments seriously, which makes you very productive. Because of your reliability, you can be great collaborators, enhancing the team’s brand and boosting their accomplishments.

You have a natural tenacity that helps you stay with a problem until a solution is found. Your colleagues trust and rely on you to help them achieve a better outcome.

You have an inner compass and intuitively trust your instincts when deciding which action to take. Your colleagues trust you and rely on you to help achieve a better outcome.

You have an external pull that keeps you reaching and striving for excellence. When properly harnessed, this pull can lead the team to greater heights of achievement.

You have an ability to see and think several moves ahead, which helps you anticipate and prepare for contingencies.

You have an ability to make quick connections with others. You are social influencers and create impressive and lasting networks.