Strengths On Fire | Is CliftonStrengths Too "Nice" for Real Workplace Conflict?: with Tara Gronhovd

Is CliftonStrengths Too "Nice" for Real Workplace Conflict?: with Tara Gronhovd

August 12, 2025 / 01:02:49/S2 E11

In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the nuances of CliftonStrengths and its application in workplace conflict. They discuss the importance of personal stories in coaching, the role of curiosity, and the significance of preparing for conflict through strategies like conflict charters. Tara Gronhovd shares her experiences with the Shift Leadership Event and emphasizes the need for clarity and understanding in team dynamics. The discussion highlights the potential misuse of strengths assessments and the importance of using them effectively to foster growth and collaboration.

Takeaways

CliftonStrengths can be a powerful tool for conflict resolution.
Personal stories enhance the coaching experience.
Conflict is a natural part of relationships and should be embraced.
Curiosity is key to understanding team dynamics.
Feedback should focus on intent and impact.
Conflict charters can help teams navigate disagreements.
Strengths assessments should not be used as hiring tools.
Practicing conflict in low-stake situations builds skills.
Misuse of strengths can lead to negative outcomes.
Firework moments in coaching come from operating in one's strengths.

Sound Bites

"It's always a beautiful Friday morning."
"It's a communication tool, not manipulation."
"We can use our failures as learning moments."

Bill's Top 10 CliftonStrengths

1) Individualization

2) Developer

3) Activator

4) Woo

5) Restorative

6) Empathy

7) Harmony

8) Connectedness

9) Relator

10) Learner

Sarah's Top 10 CliftonStrengths

1) Positivity

2) Woo

3) Communication

4) Harmony

5) Activator

6) Developer

7) Input

8) Individualization

9) Responsibility

10) Arranger

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Creators and Guests

Host

Bill Dippel

Bill Dippel is a certified, professional Strengths coach with a 35-year career in nonprofits and higher education. His passion is working with organizations, teams, and individuals to ensure they are performing and communicating at the highest levels. As president of Bill Dippel Strengths Coaching, he travels frequently for large events and public speaking, as well as working with whole companies through their management teams.

Host

Sarah Collins

Sarah Collins is a certified CliftonStrengths coach and founder of Collins Collective, with over 12 years of experience in strengths-based coaching and leadership development. Her passion lies in empowering businesses, teams, and individuals to communicate and perform at their best by focusing on what they do well. As the leader of Collins Collective, Sarah combines engaging workshops, high-impact keynotes, and in-depth coaching to foster growth and connection. Based in Nebraska, she partners with businesses to drive meaningful change and create high-performing teams.

Guest

Tara Gronhovd

Tara believes in transforming the status quo. She is a change agent and applies that talent to every aspect of her life. ALIGN is a continuation of her talent for transformation and a culmination of her passion for leadership and genuine love for business. ALIGN grows Leadership Capacity for scaling and succession-ready organizations

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