Futuristic
(StrengthsFinder) Theme
KEYWORD: Visionary
GENIUS STATEMENT
People exceptionally talented in the Futuristic (CliftonStrengths • StrengthsFinder) theme are inspired by the future and the possibility of “what could be”. They energize others with their vision of the future.
CHARACTERISTICS
For people with Futuristic (CliftonStrengths • StrengthsFinder) talents, questioning future possibilities greatly excites you. While the past is set and the present is problematic, the future is a blank canvas that you can use to create your own masterpiece. It is liberating to know that you hold the paintbrush and you are in control of deciding whatever you want to paint. Your masterpiece is likely majestic and beautiful. Because it is so inspiring, you cannot help but to start choosing your colours and practice painting now. Everything you do, every opportunity you take is done with a vision in mind.
YOUR WORLD VIEW
This strength of visualization allows you to gain foresight into what is to come. You take pride in being one step ahead of others.
WHAT YOU ARE KNOWN FOR
Visionary
Dreamer
Creative
Inspiring
Forward looking
POTENTIAL PITFALLS
Lack pragmatism
Coming up with unfeasible ideas
Idealistic
WHAT FRUSTRATES YOU
When others do not understand your vision
WHAT YOU VALUE
Opportunities to learn about and support the visions of others
Opportunities to share where you see yourself in the future
Opportunities to attain the ideal vision
Seeing how current events link to your future
YOUR GREATEST CONTRIBUTION
People look to you for a common vision to believe in
You have creative problem solving methods because you focus on the possibilities and dare to dream big
Your ability to visualize the future in detail unites people under a common goal
You are always thinking of a better world – better life, better team, better way of doing things. This gives you inspiration for innovative ideas
“The genius of Futuristic (CliftonStrengths • StrengthsFinder) talents is in your emotional anticipation and visual imagination of a better future, which inspire you — and could inspire others — to make that dream a reality.