HIGH5 Strengths Finder Definitions

Match the following strengths with the key phrases that describe them

• Need a clear measure of success

• Philomath

• Seek simplicity & clarity within data

• Peace Keeper

• Seek as much knowledge as possible

• Believer

• Are emotionally drained by conflict

• Winner

• Won't compromise their core values for success

• Analyst

I enjoy a hard deadline and clear expectations. The best way to meet deadlines is to set up efficient processes, timelines, and plans. Which strength matches me best?

• Commander

• Time Keeper

• Strategist

• Chameleon

Answer explanation

Commanders love to be in charge. They confidently use their voice to express their opinions and love to be heard.

Strategists look at the big picture, allowing them to see beyond unnecessary details. They are skilled at connecting the dots between ideas.

Chameleons thrive in changing environments and love a good surprise. They get bored with routines and predictability.

Which of the following does NOT belong to the "Feeler" Family?

• Chameleon

• Optimist

• Story-Teller

• Coach

Answer explanation

Chameleons, Coaches, and Optimists are all part of the Feeling Family.

Story-Tellers belong to the Motivating Family.

These teammates get excited when they're asked to come up with new ideas without limitations. They get bored with close-minded people & love to connect ideas.

• Time Keeper

• Brainstormer

• Problem Solver

• Thinker

• Philomath

Answer explanation

Time-Keepers enjoy meeting deadlines; setting up processes, timelines, and plans; and appreciate clear expectations.

Problem-Solvers love to uncover flaws, diagnosing problems, and creating solutions.

Thinkers enjoy mental activity, intellectual discussions and solo reflection time. They think before acting.

Philomaths are knowledge-seekers. They explore many interests, love learning, and enjoy working with people that are open to new ideas.

​ (a)   s are independent, self-sufficient; they are inspirational in their confidence and certainty. They don't appreciate being told what to do. They belong to the ​ (b)   Family.

• Self-Believer
• Motivational
• Thinker
• Optimist
• Time Keeper
• Doer
• Feeler
• Winner
• Deliverer

Answer explanation

Self-Believers also do not like when other people try to control their actions.

I love to be in charge and do not appreciate people with they beat around the bush. Just tell me straight. I will confidently use my voice to share my opinions. Which strength matches me best?

• Commander

• Strategist

• Analyst

• Peace Keeper

Answer explanation

Strategists look at the big picture, which allows them to look past all the unnecessary details.

Analysts seek simplicity & clarity within data. They prefer logic over emotions.

Peace Keepers are emotionally drained by conflict. They are masters of balance and are skilled in building bridges between people.

These Thinkers look at the big picture, which allows them to look past all the unnecessary details. They are quick to connect the dots and may get frustrated when their teammates cannot do the same.

• Strategist

• Focus Expert

• Commander

• Catalyst

Answer explanation

Focus Experts belong to the Doer Family and enjoy focusing on one thing at a time.

Commanders belong to the Motivational Family and love to be in charge. They do not appreciate those that are indirect.

Catalysts belong to the Motivational Family and love creating momentum when things aren't moving forward. They have a hard time "wasting time."

Match the following strengths with the key phrases that describe them

• Commitment

  Followthrough

  Trust

  Respect

• Deliverer

• Dominant

  Opinionated

  Vocal

  Direct

• Catalyst

• Momentum

  Starter

  Action-oriented

  Foward-moving

• Commander

• Solution-oriented

  Flaw-finder

  Fixer

  Resolution

• Problem Solver

​ (a)   thrive in changing environments, are excited by surprises, and love working on the fly. They are bored with routine and predictability.

• Chameleons
• Story-Tellers
• Optimists
• Commanders
• Coaches
• Brainstormers

Answer explanation

Story-Tellers are masters of communication & value expressing themselves trough words. They love to host events, speak in public, and be heard.

Optimists celebrate the good in people and have a grateful demeanor. It's difficult for them to be around negative people.

Commanders want to be in charge, confidently use their voice, and eagerly express opinions. They don't appreciate those that are indirect.

Coaches find the potential in people and encourage people in growth.

Brainstormers get excited when they're asked to come up with new ideas without limitations. They get bored with close-minded people & love to connect ideas.

These teammates excel in finding the potential in people. They love to encourage personal growth and hate to see when others waste their potential.

• Winner

• Strategist

• Coach

• Believer

Answer explanation

Winners need a clear measure of success. They thrive off of competition, often creating games or challenges out of boring tasks.

Strategists look at the big picture, which allows them to look past unnecessary details. They're quick to connect dots and can get frustrated with teammates that are unable to.

Believers won't compromise their core values for success. It drains them when others question their beliefs and values.