Are You Playing to Your Strengths—or Playing It Safe?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Do you actively use your core strengths in your role?

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  • A.
    Yes, my role is built around my strengths.
  • B.
    Sometimes, but I don’t always have opportunities to showcase them.
  • C.
    Rarely—I feel like my strengths are underutilized.
  • D.
    No, my work doesn’t align with what I do best.
• 2.
   Are your strengths helping you grow and advance in your career?

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  • A.
    Absolutely—I see direct career benefits from leveraging my strengths.
  • B.
    Occasionally, but I could do a better job of using them to position myself for growth.
  • C.
    Not really—I’m unsure how to use them strategically.
  • D.
    No, I feel stuck and uncertain about my next move.
• 3.
  Do you have a clear strategy for using your strengths to achieve your career goals?

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  • A.
    Yes, I have a plan and execute it consistently.
  • B.
    Somewhat—I use my strengths but could be more intentional.
  • C.
    Not really—I rely on my strengths but don’t have a structured plan.
  • D.
    No, I haven’t thought about my strengths in this way before.
• 4.
  Do key decision-makers recognize your strengths?

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  • A.
    Yes, leadership often acknowledges and values my contributions.
  • B.
    Sometimes, but I need to do a better job of showcasing my strengths.
  • C.
    Rarely—I feel overlooked.
  • D.
    No, and I don’t know how to change that.
• 5.
  How visible are you within your organization or industry?

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  • A.
    Very visible—I actively contribute to high-profile projects and discussions.
  • B.
    Somewhat visible, but I could be more intentional about building my reputation.
  • C.
    Not very—I mostly stay behind the scenes.
  • D.
    Not at all—I struggle to stand out.
• 6.
  Do you position your strengths in a way that increases your credibility and influence?

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  • A.
    Yes, I actively align my strengths with business priorities.
  • B.
    Sometimes, but I could communicate my value more effectively.
  • C.
    Not really—I assume my work will speak for itself.
  • D.
    I don’t know how to position my strengths effectively.
• 7.
  Are you using your strengths to build influence within your company or industry?

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  • A.
    Yes, I use my strengths to lead initiatives, drive impact, and build strategic relationships.
  • B.
    Somewhat—I contribute, but I’m not intentional about influence.
  • C.
    Rarely—I struggle to position myself as a key player.
  • D.
    No, I don’t feel like I have influence in my role.
• 8.
  How well do you communicate your strengths to leadership and peers?

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  • A.
    Extremely well—I ensure my contributions are recognized and valued.
  • B.
    Fairly well—I speak up sometimes, but not consistently.
  • C.
    Not great—I don’t talk about my strengths enough.
  • D.
    I have no idea how to communicate my value effectively.

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You’re a…Strengths Powerhouse!

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  You’re fully aligned and maximizing your strengths!You have a strong grasp of your strengths and are using them strategically to create an impact in your career. You know how to position yourself as a key contributor, communicate your value, and leverage your abilities to gain recognition.Your strengths are already working for you, but to take your career to the next level, you need to expand your influence, visibility, and leadership impact.What This Means for You:✔ You’re already leveraging your strengths effectively. Now, your focus should be on scaling your impact across the organization and industry.✔ Your next career step is leadership positioning. Expanding your network, executive presence, and thought leadership will ensure continued career momentum.✔ You should focus on legacy-building. What bigger impact can you make with your strengths? How can you mentor, coach, or elevate others?Next Steps to Elevate Your Career Further:✔ Use your strengths to take on bigger leadership roles. Look for company-wide initiatives, cross-functional collaborations, or industry leadership opportunities where you can apply and showcase your expertise.✔ Strengthen your executive presence. You already have credibility—make sure your voice is heard in high-stakes meetings, leadership discussions, and industry forums.✔ Mentor others to solidify your leadership influence. Teaching and coaching others cements your expertise and builds your reputation as a leader.✔ Expand beyond your organization. Use LinkedIn, industry events, or guest speaking opportunities to showcase your strengths at a larger scale.Example: If Problem-Solving & Innovation is your strength, spearhead high-visibility process improvements that showcase your ability to drive change and efficiency.You’re ahead of the game—now it’s time to take your leadership to the next level.👉 Take the Hello Inner Genius Strengths & Passions Assessments to Elevate Your Strategy!
• 2.
  You’re A…Strengths Strategist!

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  You’re on the right track, but there’s room to optimize!You’re actively using your strengths, but you may not be fully positioning them for career acceleration. You do great work, but you could be more intentional about making sure leadership and decision-makers see your value.What This Means for You:✔ You understand your strengths, but they may not be fully aligned with your long-term career growth.✔ Your visibility could improve. You might need to communicate your impact more effectively and advocate for yourself in leadership discussions.✔ There’s an opportunity to refine your strategic positioning. You’re using your strengths, but are you leveraging them for the right opportunitiesNext Steps to Maximize Your Strengths:✔ Improve how you communicate your strengths. Your impact shouldn’t go unnoticed—make sure leadership knows how your strengths contribute to business success.✔ Use your strengths to pursue high-impact projects. Identify initiatives where you can demonstrate expertise in a way that aligns with company goals.✔ Expand your influence. If you’re using your strengths well internally, consider gaining visibility outside your immediate team or organization.Example: If Relationship-Building is a strength, use it to connect with senior leaders, cross-functional teams, and/or industry peers to expand your influence.You’re doing well, but you have untapped potential—let’s refine your strategy.👉 Take the Hello Inner Genius Strengths & Passions Assessments to Unlock Your Next Growth Phase!
• 3.
  You’re a…Strengths Underdog!

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  Your strengths are underutilized—time for a reset!You have valuable strengths, but you’re not fully leveraging them in a way that advances your career. You might feel undervalued, overlooked, or unsure of how to position yourself for leadership opportunities.What This Means for You:✔ You may not be using your strengths in a way that aligns with company goals. Finding ways to connect your abilities to business impact will help increase visibility.✔ Your strengths may not be fully recognized by leadership. If key decision-makers don’t see your contributions, they can’t reward you for them.✔ You need to take control of your career strategy. Waiting to be noticed isn’t a career strategy—self-advocacy and strategic visibility are key.Next Steps to Start Owning Your Strengths:✔ Get clarity on your strengths and their business value. Make sure your strengths align with what leadership values most.✔ Start self-advocating. Speak up in meetings, contribute to discussions, and ensure leadership sees your strengths in action.✔ Take on more strategic projects or initiatives. Get involved with opportunities that put your strengths front and center.Example: If Analytical Thinking is your strength, start using it to solve business challenges, analyze key metrics, and present solutions that improve company performance.You have untapped potential—now is the time to step up.👉 Take the Hello Inner Genius Strengths & Passions Assessments to Unlock Your Next Career Move!
• 4.
  You’re a…Strengths Hidden Gem!

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  You’re not using your strengths to their full potential.You may not be fully clear on what your strengths are, or you’re unsure how to apply them to advance your career. This can leave you feeling stuck, unnoticed, or unmotivated.What This Means for You:✔ You need to define your top strengths and how they align with business priorities.✔ Your visibility is low—decision-makers may not recognize your contributions.✔ It’s time to build confidence in your strengths and actively use them to position yourself for career advancement.Next Steps to Unlock Your Strengths:✔ Clarify your core strengths and how they contribute to company success.✔ Develop a strengths plan to ensure leadership sees your value.✔ Take action—seek mentorship, visibility, and new challenges.Example: If Innovation & Problem-Solving is your strength, start using it to identify inefficiencies, suggest process improvements, and showcase your strategic thinking.You deserve to be seen and valued—let’s make it happen.👉 Take the Hello Inner Genius Strengths & Passions Assessments to Build a Strengths-Based Career Strategy!