Problem Solving Strengths

Activator

Communication

Futuristic

Significance

Strategic

These are my 5 strengths, and I could not think of 5 better words to describe the kind of person that I am. Activator; I am quick to get on projects and get excited at the thought of starting new things. Communication; I could probably convince a wall to donate time or money to what I am passionate about. Futuristic; I never let what has happened in the past affect my ideas and plans for the future. Significance; I like to be told "good job" and be put in high-stress, top positions when it comes to committees or groups. Strategic; I can solve my way around any problem - bring on the obstacles!

When it comes to problem solving, I believe that strategic and activator are my best assets to getting things done. Being strategic allows me to see beyond what is set in front of me and come up with the best plan of action to proceed. There are many times when I am presented with a small or large task that needs to be completed and unexpected obstacles prevent me from doing so in the original plan; being strategic allows me to learn from my mistakes, and from others, and get done what needs to be done! Being an activator helps me to inspire not only myself, but others to get projects done. When faced with a problem, having a good attitude and pushing myself and my group to continue on makes a world of difference. I am able to brainstorm ideas and take the many steps to turn small ideas into huge outcomes. Being an activator has been the thriving source driving me to be so passionate in philanthropic work. 

I believe that my aspect of significance is my biggest set back when it comes to problem solving. I am someone who likes to be in the spotlight, not for the glory, but at least for an 'atta girl when the day is done. I have a hard time taking the little steps when all I can think about is the BIG picture; which is why futuristic may also affect my ability to solve some problems. Seeing the BIG picture is always needed, but I need to focus on the little steps it takes to get there. 

The hardest thing for me when it comes to solving problems with others is trying to view things from other's perspective. Sometimes I need to step back, take a deep breath, and realize that others may not be as passionate about a particular subject as I am or that others may have ideas that correcting our problem could greatly benefit from. This is why my strength of communication is something I know to work on to better the problem solving process when working with others.

Do WHAT you can, WHERE you are, with WHAT you've got. - Theodore Roosevelt