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  1. Explain to students that the first column, "S", stands for strengths.  Strengths are like talents – things you are good at without even trying. They are almost reflexive. Our strengths are what make us unique, and they are the source of our potential. Strengths are different than skills in that they are more broad or general. Maybe one of your innate strengths is the ability to draw people out in conversations, or the way you can quickly solve complex problems.
     
  2. Have students ask themselves: “What am I good at?” “What comes naturally to me?” “What do people compliment me about that I don't really have to try to do, I just do it?"
     
  3. Give an example of one of your strengths and how you use it in your everyday life.
     
  4. Have students write their strengths in the "S" column on their boards or in the "Strengths" section of the "Unique Talents" page in their notebook. Allow ample time for students to think and write.
     
  5. Ask if anyone would like to share one of their strengths with the class.
     
  6. Explain to students that identifying your specific strengths allows you to look for opportunities to transfer those strengths to possible future careers. Gaining insights into your strengths helps you to express your unique talents effortlessly, especially when conversing with others.
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As students are thinking about their strengths, try to give them plenty of time to think and write.  While encouraging them to have at least 3 strengths, try not to give too many examples as students often will simply write what they hear you say.  You can use our strengths examples, provided in the Thinkabit Lab Starter Kit. They are also listed below.

For more information on linking strengths to careers, visit www.onetonline.org/find/descriptor/browse/Work_Styles/.

Some examples of strengths you can share with your students include:

  • Compassionate
  • Honest
  • Dependable
  • Leader
  • Innovative
  • Inclusive
  • Persistent
  • Adaptable
  • Independent
  • Sociable

 

If you are using the Thinkabit Lab Notebook:

Have students write their strengths on page 6.

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