Discussion 1
My top 5 themes are consistency, relator, developer, maximizer, and self-assurance.
Consistency is number one and is an executing theme. The key feature is that I treat everyone
the same and have clear boundaries. One part that stuck out as very true to me was that I like
things in order and I notice when things need tidying that others may have missed. My second
theme is relator which is a relationship building theme. This theme was also very true, I do get
enjoyment when accomplishing things with peers that I have a close relationship with. It makes
the work more satisfying. I have been moving toward working less and focusing more on family
which is a downfall of theme. Relators tend to have little energy left after work because they put
their all into their work. I have been trying to focus more on raising my son and doing a good job
of that rather than overachieving at work.

Two core values

One core value I would like to strengthen is Analytical which is a strategic thinking theme. I had
no strengths under this theme. Analytical leaders can determine if an idea or information is
sound quickly and can identify root causes to situations easily as well (Gallup & Inc., n.d.-a). I
often overthink and spend much time over major life decisions. I would like to be able to
determine quickly if something is right for me. Another core value I would like to strengthen is
Woo. I do not love meeting new people or winning them over. I stay to myself and can be rather
cynical. My husband on the other hand is a social butterfly, he can break the ice with anyone
and make friends everywhere. I have always admired this about him. I do enjoy connecting with
people, but I would like to strengthen breaking the ice (Gallup & Inc., n.d.-b).

Two Strengths

I would like to strengthen my self-assurance. I was shocked when I saw this as a
strength in my evaluation because I do feel like I over think things at times and doubt my
decisions. I do feel like I manage my own life well which is the definition, but I am very
conscientious, and I feel that is onctradictory. Fine tuning my self-assurance is a goal. Another
strength I would like to work on is under the maximizer theme. It is broadening my knowledge in
different areas and sharpening skills. As a maximizer I know what I do well and tend to stick to
that. I would like to workon fine tuning an area I am ok with but not excelling, giving myself a
chance to try something new (Gallup, n.d.).

Two characteristics

My communication needs strengthening. I can communicate pertinent information
effectively but my delivery needs strengthening. I blame this partly on starting my nursing career
in labor and delivery. It was such a fast paced and busy environment that communications were
brief and blunt. This has carried over for me and is one area I need to work on. Another
characteristic I could work on is my presence and taking command of situations. While I have
good ideas I often don’t voice them or take control if there is someone more dominant present. I

have sometimes even responded and get overlooked because I do not have the type of
presence necessary to relay the message in that intense situation.

References

Gallup. (n.d.). Strengths Insight
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Gallup & Inc. (n.d.-a). All about the analytical strengthsfinder theme | en – gallup.
Gallup.com. https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/252152/analytical-theme.aspx

Gallup & Inc. (n.d.-b). All about the woo strengthsfinder theme | en – gallup.
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Discussion 2
My five core strengths from Gallup’s StrengthsFinder assessment are restorative, learner, focus,
industrialization, and achiever. These five key strengths influence my leadership and how I
engage with others. Restorative was one of the strengths identified in the assessment. The
restorative quality is synonymous with solving problems. I enjoy analyzing problems and finding
solutions. When leading others, I am keen to create a conducive environment for conflicting
persons to engage in meaningful conversation and come up with win-win outcomes. Another
important strength from the assessment is that I love to learn. For me, every situation is a
learning experience, and I use the insight and lessons to improve my personal and professional
life. Learning offers growth opportunities for those who are dedicated to listening and gaining
insight into a new phenomenon (Broome & Marshall, 2021). I am also a focused person. To be
an effective leader, one has to be focused on both the current and future. For me, as a leader in
nursing, I ensure to remain focused on achieving the set goals and objectives. Another of my
identified strength is industrialization. I am a hard-working personwho is eager to create
productive and successful teams. The fifth quality from the assessment is achiever. Achiever
relates to a constant need for achievement. Taken together, these strengths help me to lead and
work with others towards achieving the set targets.

One of the core values I would like to strengthen is human dignity. Leadership, especially in
nursing, requires one to have a deep understanding and appreciation of human dignity.
According to Lucas (2019), leadership in the healthcare setting demand that one protect client’s

privacy, design care with sensitivity to individual client needs, and act in accordance with a code
of ethics and accepted standards of practice. The second value is altruism. Altruism relates to
showing concern for the well-being of others, as well as demonstrating an understanding of the
cultures, beliefs, and perspectives of others (Broome & Marshall, 2021). On the other hand,
critical thinking is one of the strengths I would want to improve based on the results from the
self-assessment. Nurse leaders train unpolished practitioners in the use of critical thinking to
increase their capacity to make judgments based on a diverse array of circumstances (Major,
2019). This expertise is crucial in a health care system with rising instances of interdisciplinary
teamwork. The rising trend of autonomy for nurses also makes critical thinking a crucial
professional skill for practitioners.

Communication skills is the second strength I would want to improve. The contemporary
interdisciplinary treatment environment significantly enhances the need for teamwork in the
context of the caregiving environment (Laureate Education, 2014). Nurse leaders arrange for
trainees to participate in rounds while interacting with a variety of medical experts, including
support workers, primary care clinicians, and senior executives, in order to foster teamwork. As
such, communication skills come in handy in engaging with nurses and other healthcare
professionals within the care environment.

Emotional intelligence is a characteristic for improvement in my pursuit of leadership within the
psychiatric nursing field. Nurse leaders engage closely with subordinates in clinical settings in
order to assist them in developing emotional intelligence skills (Laureate Education, 2014).
Improving my emotional intelligence will come in handy in managing the competing emotions in
the healthcare system. The last characteristic that I would want to improve is professionalism.
Nursing is a dynamic profession that requires competent, confident leadership (Lucas, 2019).
As a nurse leader, leading by example is critical in developing effective teams that provide
quality care to clients. Being professional will have a significant impact and influence on
subordinates in how they engage with peers and patients.

References

Broome, M., & Marshall, E. S. (2021). Transformational leadership in nursing: From expert
clinician to influential leader (3rd ed.). Springer.

Laureate Education (Producer). (2014). Leadership [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Lucas, B. (2019). Developing the personal qualities required for effective nurse
leadership. Nursing Standard, 34(12), 45-50. https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.2019.e11274

Major, D. (2019). Developing effective nurse leadership skills. Nursing Standard, 24(6),
61-66. https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.2019.e11247

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