Unfortunately, most of us have little sense of our talents and strengths, much less the ability to build our lives around them. Instead, guided by our parents, by our teachers, by our managers and by psychology's fascination with the origin of disease, we become experts in our weaknesses and spend our lives trying to repair these flaws, while our strengths lie dormant and neglected.
International bestselling author Marcus Buckingham and Donal Clifton, Chair of the Gallup International Research & Education Centre, have created a revolutionary programme to help readers identify their talents, build them into strengths and enjoy consistent, near-perfect performance. At the heart of the book is the innovative Internet-based StrengthsFinder Profile, access to which is provided by a unique number found in each copy of the book. This programme introduces thirty-four dominant themes that when combines, can provde an insight into the readers core abilities and how they can be translated into personal and career success.