Transformation Tip: “What would happen if we studied what was right with people instead of what's wrong with them?" - Don Clifton

Concept(s)

• People are complex. Human development and the person.
• Helps you understand yourself, your needs, and your blind spots
• Helps you understand other people
• Giving traits a name and dissecting shines the light of understanding
• Who you are NOT. What to stay away from.
• Where to position yourself, and where you thrive

Transformation Application: Take an assessment. Read through the whole report.

Assessments:

Gallup CliftonStrengths https://store.gallup.com/p/en-us/10003/cliftonstrengths-34 mailto:askpete@petecoaching.com

Thinking Wavelength mailto:steve@stevechuaintl.com

MBTI https://www.16personalities.com/

The Enneagram https://enneagramtest.net/

Motivational Gifts https://www.gifttest.org/

DISC https://www.123test.com/disc-personality-test/

Hogan Assessments https://www.hoganassessments.com/

Kolbe A Index https://www.kolbe.com/

Birkman method https://birkman.com/the-birkman-method

Lions Lead https://www.lionslead.com/

Parin https://www.pairin.com/

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Transformation Tip: Nosce Te Ipsum - Know Thyself - Socrates

Concept(s):

• Other people can see you better than you see yourself
• We’re our own worst counselors
• Blind spots
• Negative AND Positive qualities
• We tend to discount that which comes easily to us
• Accurate encouragement is powerful
• Constructive criticism, done well, can really help someone

Transformation Application: If you feel courageous enough, do a 360.

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Transformation Tip:” Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive." - Howard Thurman

Concept(s)

1. Misalignment is a more significant factor contributing to burnout than overwork.
2. There’s a need for self-awareness so you can identify where you’d fit.
3. Are some people just lucky?
4. Alignment
5. In the next episodes, we’ll give you the framework to help you gain clarity, and then wrap it up!

Transformation Application: Think about 2-3 pivotal moments where you came alive. Write them down.

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Transformation Tip: "We do not learn from experience... we learn from reflecting on experience." —John Dewey

Concept(s)

1. Reflection Creates Awareness

2. Reflecting on Values clarifies direction

3. Reflection Turns Lessons into Wisdom

4. Reflection charts the way forward

Transformation Application: This week, set aside a short block of time to pause before the next rush of activity. Ask three simple questions:

1. What am I grateful for this year?
2. What have I learned this year?
3. What’s one adjustment I’ll make moving into the coming year?

Small reflections lead to big redirections.

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Transformation Tip: “You have enemies? Good. That means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life," - Victor Hugo

Concept(s)

1. Step One: Pause and Process
2. 2. Step Two: Seek the Truth — Not Just Vindication (4 minutes)
3. Step Three: Respond with Grace and Strategy
4. Step Four: Protect Your Heart and Reputation and let time work it out

Transformation Application: If you’re facing a false accusation right now — pause, breathe, and remember: your response determines your redemption.

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Transformation Tip: “NOT investing in yourself is selfish, because everyone else has to live with your blindspots” - Arjan Visser

Concept(s)

1. Putting language around your future self
2. Words place your ideas in a context and make them real
3. Provides a measurement to align your choices. Cut back on distractions, and communicate with others.

Transformation Application: Practical exercise - Imagine you’re on the cover of Time magazine

Link to Arjan's book: https://www.amazon.com/LEAD-FUTURE-Identity-Strategic-Foresight/dp/9083475670/ref=sr_1_1

Arjan’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/apvisser/

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Transformation Tip: “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” – Martin Luther King Jr

Concepts:

1. Anchor your mindset in timeless truths, not shifting circumstances.

2. Meditation and mindfulness create clarity and stability.

3. Sacred writings reframe challenges with hope and perspective.

4. Spiritual community strengthens your soul.

5. Trust the larger plan

Transformation Application: Take 5 minutes to pray or meditate at a set time. Pray a simple prayer every morning this week - “God, guide my steps & open opportunities for me to align with your divine plan”

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Transformation Tip: “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” – Jim Rohn

Concept(s)

• 1. Evaluate your inner circle—are they energy-givers or energy-drainers?
• 2. Spend more time in environments that encourage your best thinking.
• 3. Limit exposure to consistently negative media and conversations.
• 4. Seek collaboration with people who challenge you constructively.
• 5: What if I’m stuck in a negative environment?

Transformation Application: List your top five contacts and note how each impacts your energy.

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