Strengths Spotting at Work

Take a few minutes to think about, then write about, a work colleague’s character strengths. Are they kind? Are they fair? Do they show their creative side?

Name the strengths you notice in them. What do you observe?
Give an explanation/rationale for the strength. What is the evidence you observe?
Express appreciation/affirmation. How might you convey that you value the person’s strength expression?
Some of the character strengths you may notice and appreciate include:

bravery
creativity
curiosity
fairness
forgiveness
good judgement
gratitude
honesty
hope
humility
humour

kindness
leadership
love of learning
perseverance
perspective
prudence
self-regulation
social intelligence
spirituality
teamwork
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Why this counts
Recognizing others’ strengths helps us to focus on what is good in others and ourselves.