Responsibility

Introduction

People with the Clifton Strengths theme of Responsibility take ownership of their actions and are committed to fulfilling their obligations. They are dependable and reliable, and they take their commitments seriously.

Key Traits

• Takes ownership of their actions and decisions
• Committed to fulfilling their obligations
• Dependable and reliable
• Takes their commitments seriously
• Consistent in their actions and behavior
• Holds themselves accountable for their mistakes

How to Spot Them

You can spot people with the Responsibility theme by looking for the following behaviors:

• They take on additional responsibilities willingly
• They are often the first to volunteer for tasks
• They follow through on their commitments
• They are punctual and reliable
• They take their work seriously and are committed to doing it well

How to Work with Them

When working with someone who has a Responsibility theme, consider the following:

• Clearly define expectations and responsibilities
• Provide them with precise deadlines and timelines
• Recognize and appreciate their dependability and reliability
• Give them opportunities to take on additional responsibilities
• Provide them with feedback on their performance

How Not to Work with Them

To avoid frustrating or demotivating someone with the Responsibility theme, avoid the following:

• Micromanaging them or questioning their decisions
• Failing to provide clear expectations or deadlines
• Not recognizing or appreciating their hard work and dependability
• Failing to hold them accountable for their mistakes

How to Make Them Shine

To help someone with the Responsibility theme shine, consider the following:

• Give them opportunities to take on leadership roles
• Recognize and appreciate their hard work and dependability
• Provide them with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities
• Encourage them to share their ideas and take ownership of their work
• Provide them with feedback on their performance and recognize their achievements.