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Marcus Buckingham (Author, Reader), Donald O. Clifton (Author)
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Effectively managing personnel--as well as one's own behavior--is an extraordinarily complex task that, not surprisingly, has been the subject of countless books touting what each claims is the true path to success. That said, Marcus Buckingham and Donald O. Clifton's Now, Discover Your Strengths does indeed propose a unique approach: focusing on enhancing people's strengths rather than eliminating their weaknesses. Following up on the coauthors' popular previous book, First, Break All the Rules, it fully describes 34 positive personality themes the two have formulated (such as Achiever, Developer, Learner, and Maximizer) and explains how to build a "strengths-based organization" by capitalizing on the fact that such traits are already present among those within it.

Most original and potentially most revealing, however, is a Web-based interactive component that allows readers to complete a questionnaire developed by the Gallup Organization and instantly discover their own top-five inborn talents. This device provides a personalized window into the authors' management philosophy which, coupled with subsequent advice, places their suggestions into the kind of practical context that's missing from most similar tomes. "You can't lead a strengths revolution if you don't know how to find, name and develop your own," write Buckingham and Clifton. Their book encourages such introspection while providing knowledgeable guidance for applying its lessons. --Howard Rothman --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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The premise of this new management study, a follow-up to Buckingham's First, Break All the Rules (S. & S., 1999), is that the most effective method for motivating people is to build on their strengths rather than correcting their weaknesses. The authors, researchers at the Gallup Organization, have analyzed results of interviews conducted by Gallup of over 1.7 million employees from 101 companies and representing 63 countries. When asked, only 20 percent of these employees stated that they were using their strengths everyday. So that they can take a test revealing their strengths, readers are given access to the StrengthsFinder web site and a special ID number; once they learn their profile, they can read the analysis in the book. A description of each type is included, together with case studies, and managers are shown how to handle various types. This book offers a unique perspective on successful management strategy and developing employees' strengths. Recommended especially for public libraries, which should also consider Buckingham's First, Break All the Rules; students of business administration may also wish to consult this book.DLucy Heckman, St. John's Univ. Lib., Jamaica, NY
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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4.0 out of 5 stars beware of used copies, July 3 2004
By Grace Buchanan (Syracuse, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Now, Discover Your Strengths: How to Build Your Strengths and the Strengths of Every Person in Your Organization (Hardcover)
An integral part of this book is the online profile. Each copy of this book comes with a unique PIN number inside the book jacket. If you buy a used copy, the PIN number may be already used, and thus will not allow you to use the online profile. However, the book is still interesting if you enjoy reading through the signature themes and guessing what your profile would have uncovered. It is also fun to read each theme and think of people you know who come to mind, and consider ways in which you can support their strengths.

I would give this book 5 stars if an unlimited number of people could use the online profile with each book purchase.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, Jan 30 2010
By Hyim Bessin - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Now, Discover Your Strengths: How to Build Your Strengths and the Strengths of Every Person in Your Organization (Hardcover)
This book is a great and convincing discussion about the need to focus on our talents and skills - the things we do well - rather than trying to 'round out' our weaknesses. A must read for everyone.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Strengths Ahoy!, May 28 2009
By Mrs. Emma L. Elsey "Emma-Louise Elsey" (Salt Spring Island, BC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Now, Discover Your Strengths: How to Build Your Strengths and the Strengths of Every Person in Your Organization (Hardcover)
Who it's for: If you want to know what your greatest strengths are, boost your career and enjoy yourself more then this book is for you.

Marcus believes we would all be a lot more successful if we focused on building and using our strengths. As opposed to the current culture (think employee appraisals and school report cards) which focuses on improving and trying to `fix' our weaknesses.

So, go ahead and discover Top 5 Signature Strengths and hidden talents using the online test. Now all you need to do is start using them!

I wish the strengths were a little more developed and standardised in their descriptions for comparisons. But I love that use words often not used for strengths (some are invented) - which gets us thinking outside the box.

Great book if you're serious about your career, developing people or just want to know yourself better!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Something everyone should read.
I have found this to be incredibly insightful and I think that everyone should read it to help them understand themselves and others better. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Diana L. Mangold

3.0 out of 5 stars My advice for practicality
Here is my take on this book from a practical point of view:

1. Recognize that this book is only complementary to many other books that can be used to improve... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Suhail Zubaid AHMAD

4.0 out of 5 stars A point well taken, but...
The idea of the book is to help you find your talents, build your strengths, which will in turn, improve your performance. Read more
Published on July 7 2006 by T.R.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book for managers who want to develop their people
It's unconventional to be an advocate of focusing on people's strength instead of 'area of improvement', especially in the business world. Read more
Published on May 4 2006

5.0 out of 5 stars Top Career Books Available
Having recently been thrown into the world of executive unemployment, I highly recommend these two books for people facing reorganizations, layoffs, job changes or career... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Some great ideas are present.
The Author presents some great ideas, although excludes God, or any spiritual forces from any influence in who you are, or the decisions you make. Read more
Published on Feb 23 2006

5.0 out of 5 stars A motivating speaker
I saw Marcus Buckingham speak at the SHRM Conference last week in New Orleans and it was an excellent complement to the book. Very motivating and enlightening as is the book. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Take these lessons beyond the work place
Excellent read, Clifton gives clarity and tools for success. I enjoyed the online inner strength tests very much and found it fascinating. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Looking In The Right Places
I enjoyed the authors book "First Break All The Rules", and this sequal is great also. I always assumed companies built their teams on peoples strengths, but after being... Read more
Published on Jun 18 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars The questionnaire with this book is worth its weight in gold
Now Discover Your Strengths fulfills its promise. The online questionnaire provided with the book is fabulous. Read more
Published on Jun 17 2004 by Vanessa Relish

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