24 APR 2017 · http://UnleashStrengths.com ~ n episode 52, I’ll talk about StrengthsFinder….Duh! And I’ll discuss some of the tools I use to make the hustle a little easier. Everyone wants to be successful, but not everyone is willing to put in the work to get there. Whatever success looks like to you, you have to make sure you inject a healthy dose of Strengths awareness before you embark on your journey. To hustle is one thing, but to know how you perform at your best is another. You could be spending an insane amount of time focusing on tasks that are unfulfilling, unrewarding, and unlikely to lead you to that pinnacle. If you don’t know your strengths, and take action to reveal those bundles of talent that keep your motor running, you’ll run out of fuel before you reach a single milestone.

10 APR 2017 · http://UnleashStrengths.com/ta050 - There is something positive to be witnessed when a leader chooses to embrace the individual talents of a team. In episode 50 of the THEME-ADDICTS podcast, we discuss what it means to be a strengths-aware leader. Dr. Donald Clifton said “A leader needs to know his strengths as a carpenter knows his tools, or as a physician knows the instruments at her disposal. What great leaders have in common is that each truly knows his or her strengths - and can call on the right strengths at the right time. This explains where there is no definitive list of characteristics that describe ALL leaders.” Below is some content notes that I will share during the show. [Whitepaper] Building a Team Through Strengths-Based Leadership On Leadership by John W. Gardner Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek Strengths-Based Leadership by Rath & Conchie Sit back, relax, enjoy, and as always…STAY ADDICTED! If you listen to this show on iTunes, be sure to leave us some positive feedback.I’ll talk to you soon. See ya! ~Andy Sokolovich, The WOO Warrior

25 MAR 2016 · http://UnleashStrengths.com/ta049 ~I know...I know! It has been too long since I posted an episode of THEME-ADDICTS. For that, I am sorry. I won't make excuses, but I will in this episode. Anyway, there have been a few signs along the way in my strengths journey. One of those indicators of awesomeness was a parable I read in the book, Soar with Your Strengths. "Let the Rabbits Run!"will lead you through a journey of a rabbit struggling with the thought of becoming well-rounded. This brief parable catapulted me on a mission to change the world! Why do we continue to ignore our strengths? Is spending time focusing on our weaknesses the best way to develop our own unique talents? I hope you enjoy THEME-ADDICTS 2.0! Life is seemingly unpredictable at time, but...can give up, or we can move on. We always have a choice! So as I type this post, I am joined by a cool glass of McClelland's single malt, and a desire to make an impact in the way the world thinks. #vivalastrengths

3 JAN 2016 · http://UnleashStrengths.com - 2015 was a great year! Grace LaConte (www.laconteconsulting.com) joined THEME-ADDICTS as my co-host. She brought with her a desire to learn more about both her own strengths, as well as this little thing called podcasting. As we sat back reflecting on our most notable lessons learned, insights, and the action steps we've taken to make THEME-ADDICTS a success, it was quickly apparent that we needed to share those thoughts with YOU...our awesome audience! We took a few hours during the 2nd of January to hit the record button, and usher in the New Year with our own celebratory countdown! In this episode, Grace and I will reveal the: 5 Things We’ve Learned While Recording the Show 4 Favorite Lessons We Learned from our Guests 3 Ways We Have Grown Because of Theme-Addicts 2 “Behind the Scenes” Moments 1(ish) Surprising Piece(s) of News for 2016 Visit http://UnleashStrengths.com/ta048 for the full list of links and show notes!

8 DEC 2015 · http://UnleashStrengths.com ~ Strengths-Based Development is a product we provide to our clients in the Middle East as a foundation for Leadership Growth and to develop a 'Chess' vs. 'Checkers' mindset; in other words treating the people according to their own map and not a 'one size fits all' approach. I took the SF 2.0 assessment, believed in it and started to think about 'what goes on under the hood' while I am making a choice in my life. We are blessed as humans by the ability to fly over our beliefs/paradigms using our self-awareness power. My self-awareness became sharper, more trusted and clearer using the Strengths Glossary I acquired by learning about the 34 themes from Gallup CSF research . I am now a Certified Strengths Coach who also works for David Allen as a certified Trainer so the 'CSF-GTD' combo insanely revolutionized my entire Life! Here are some links and helpful info from the show: Brainquil.com “Strength is the magic spice we throw in everything!” David Allen - Getting Things Done (gettingthingsdone.com or gtd.com) New Version of Getting Things Done by David Allen The Talented Mr. Ripley (movie) Jerry MaGuire (movie) “You complete me!” Clifton StrengthsFinder...the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day! “Stick it on the wall!” Reticular Activating System “RAS” Egyptian Pyramids in Giza An Idiot Abroad by Ricky Gervais Andy hates taking notes Amr listens to THEME-ADDICTS using the VLC app from the Google Play Store Amr Alaa contact info: a.alaa@brainquil.com Skype: amrrsts Facebook: Amr.Alaa.961 Twitter: @brainquil Sit back, relax, enjoy, and as always…STAY ADDICTED! If you listen to this show on iTunes, be sure to leave us some positive feedback.I’ll talk to you soon. See ya! ~Andy

1 DEC 2015 · http://UnleashStrengths.com - Lisa Cummings is the CEO of Lead Through Strengths, where she helps teams improve productivity by noticing what's already working. She has delivered training and speeches to over 9,000 participants in 14 countries. You can see her featured in places like Harvard Business Publishing, Training Magazine, and Forbes. When she's not out spotting strengths with corporate teams, you can find her: - taking drum lessons - welding up funky pieces for the landscape - chainsawing in the woods - jumping from exploding vans Here's some helpful links, quotes, and tidbits from the show! - Oklahoma "Oh What a Beautiful Morning" with Hugh Jackman on Broadway - It's A Beautiful Day by U2 - It's a Beautiful Morning by Young Rascals - I've Been Working On the Railroad with Johnny Cash - The Legend of John Henry's Hammer by Johnny Cash - First, Break All the Rules (book) by Marcus Buckingham & Curt Coffman - Now, Discover Your Strengths (book) by Marcus Buckingham & Donald Clifton - THEME-ADDICTS Ep. 23 with Nathan Sondgeroth - Assessment skeptics can feel more confident with data; your top five talents are 1 in 33 million - "You smile from the inside" - "Success follows your talents" - Individualization -- "How can I take this message and get it to hit home for every person? What do I need to say to make the person in the corner light up?" - Breakin' the Law by Judas Priest - "Nothing says Maximizer like jumping out of a burning car!" - Lisa's favorite strength: Individualization Lisa's contact info: lisa@leadthroughstrengths.com LeadThroughStrengths.com Lead Through Strengths (Podcast) Twitter - @lisacummings LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/lisacummings

21 NOV 2015 · http://UnleashStrengths.com ~ Robin Zander is an educator, author, and strategist. With a diverse background ranging from management consulting to circus performance, he has spent his career working with individuals and companies to improve performance. He is a member of BJ Fogg’s Persuasive Technology Lab at Stanford University and the director of the Stanford-founded Design for Dance conference. Through his podcast, The Robin Zander Show, Robin interviews exceptional performers from industries as diverse as the arts, technology, and healthcare to understand how individuals and organizations can adapt to rapid change. Contact Robin: - Website: http://robinpzander.com - Podcast: http://robinpzander.com/show - Twitter: @robinpzander Sit back, relax, enjoy, and as always…STAY ADDICTED! If you listen to this show on iTunes, be sure to leave us some positive feedback.I’ll talk to you soon. See ya! ~Andy Sokolovich

16 NOV 2015 · http://www.UnleashStrengths.com/themeaddicts ~ Stephanie Rogers is a career and wellness coach who focuses on helping people identify their strengths to create more meaningful careers and lives. She strives to be a beacon of light for her clients, helping them navigate the steps and overcome the challenges to create more joy in their lives. She first learned about strengths nine years ago while working in a global knowledge management role for a Fortune 500 company and immediately saw the power of looking at people's strengths to create diverse and effective teams. Stephanie holds degrees in international studies and Russian language and lived in Russia. She enjoys traveling to learn more about different cultures and unite people. Stephanie has twenty years of experience in professional development, instructional design, and training. Awesome links from the show: - LaConte Coulting & the NEW eBook -- www.theminimalistmanager.com - The Kalalau Trail -- (http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/hiking/kauai/kalalau-trail/) - Marcus Buckingham's Amazon author page -- http://amzn.to/1kZqf8f - Link to Andy's eBook...5 Steps to Kick-Starting Your Top 5 Stephanie's contact info: Blog - www.optimisticchic.com Email - stephanierogers100@gmail.com Facebook - https://www.Facebook.com/stephanie.rogers.545402 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stesha100/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniejrogers Sit back, relax, enjoy, and as always…STAY ADDICTED! If you listen to this show on iTunes, be sure to leave us some positive feedback. I’ll talk to you soon. See ya! ~Andy Sokolovich

1 NOV 2015 · http://www.UnleashStrengths.com ~ Zai miztiq, also known as ‘The Heart Specialist,’ is an author, motivational speaker, strengths coach and a multi-passionate entrepreneur. She runs Miztiq International Pte Ltd. with a mission to empower, educate, and enrich women and youth locally and globally. Zai shares with us her T.R.U.T.H Proven System: Think Reflect Understand Take Action Heal Others Links from the show: Zai's Website - www.MiztiqAlly.com Zai's Book - Turn Passion to Profit$$ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/zai.miztiq Twitter - https://twitter.com/zaimiztiq YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEIL8-i328GFMzE4NIHoRBA Sit back, relax, enjoy, and as always…STAY ADDICTED! If you listen to this show on iTunes, be sure to leave us some positive feedback. I’ll talk to you soon. See ya! ~Andy Sokolovich

27 OCT 2015 · http://UnleashStrengths.com ~ Rachel Kagay is a passionate advocate of strengths-based development and became one of the first Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches in Iowa in February 2015. rachel-kagay-professional-headshot-web-sizeFirst exposed to Gallup's strengths work in 2006, Rachel was drawn to the positive psychology approach to life and work. Rachel engages with individuals, managers, and teams to discover and maximize their God-given, natural potential through strengths-based development principles. She works to assist others in intentionally leveraging their natural talents and strengths daily to reach personal and professional success. Rachel believes strongly that people learn best through a process of self-reflection and evaluation, increased self-awareness, and experiential learning. She works enthusiastically to make her coaching sessions engaging, relevant, and applicable. Rachel works with clients in one-on-one settings, as well as through workshops, seminars and retreats. Creating engaging content customized to meet each client's unique needs and performance goals is of utmost importance. Rachel coaches through her position as Leadership Development Manager at the FFA Enrichment Center located in Ankeny, Iowa. She has experience working with a wide variety of clients and fields - from agribusiness to health care to youth organizations. Additionally, Rachel's experience includes coaching both for profit and non-profit entities. She is passionate about agriculture, education, and faith-based fields. In addition to Strengths Coaching, Rachel offers other leadership development, team-building, and facilitation services. Rachel completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Agricultural Education from the University of Missouri in 2010 and 2012, respectively. Here are some helpful links from the show: - Strengths Quest: Discover and Develop Your Strengths in Academics, Career, and Beyond by Donald O. Clifton, Edward Chip Anderson - FFA Enrichment Center - Gallup's Theme Thursday: A Look Back at the First 24 with Curt Liesveld Contact Rachel: Email: rachel.kagay@ffaenrichmentcenter.com Twitter: @RachelKagay Skype: rachelannkagay Sit back, relax, enjoy, and as always…STAY ADDICTED! If you listen to this show on iTunes, be sure to leave us some positive feedback. I’ll talk to you soon. See ya! ~Andy Sokolovich