In this engaging conversation, Sarah Collins and Bill Dippel discuss the importance of strengths in business with Stasi Grenfell, a successful entrepreneur and coach. They explore how different strengths contribute to building a business, the significance of relationships, and the challenges faced in the entrepreneurial journey. Stasi shares her experiences in franchising and the importance of adaptability and resilience in achieving success. The discussion highlights the evolving nature of strengths and the impact of personal growth on business leadership.

Takeaways

• Positive change is essential in coaching and development.
• People remember how they felt when working with you.
• Building relationships is crucial for business success.
• Different strengths contribute to different aspects of entrepreneurship.
• Resilience is key to overcoming failures in business.
• Competition can drive success but also lead to burnout.
• Franchising requires a unique set of strengths and skills.
• Community engagement is vital for sustaining a business.
• The evolution of personal strengths can impact leadership style.
• It's important to balance personal relationships with business decisions.

Sound Bites

• "I want them to feel empowered."
• "Five brains are better than one."
• "It's about the people."

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

Official Strengths On Fire Website: https://strengthsonfire.transistor.fm

GET MORE FROM BILL AND SARAH:
Bill's info:
https://billdippel.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamdippel/
https://www.instagram.com/billdippelcoach/

Sarah's info:
https://www.wearecollinsco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahcoachcollins/
https://www.instagram.com/sarahcoachcollins/

In this engaging episode, hosts Melissa Ortiz, Sarah Collins, and Bill Dippel dive into the world of strengths and personal development. The conversation pivots around the CliftonStrengths assessment, exploring whether it's a "one and done" or worth a rerun. Melissa shares her journey with strengths, emphasizing the importance of meeting people where they are and using tools that resonate with them. The trio discusses the nuances of strengths, the impact of life changes on assessments, and the value of focusing on core strengths. With lively anecdotes and insightful debates, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in personal growth and team dynamics.

Main Takeaways:

• Understanding Strengths: The CliftonStrengths assessment helps individuals identify and leverage their core strengths for personal and professional growth.
• Retesting Considerations: While some advocate for retesting during different life stages, the initial assessment results are often seen as enduring and valid.
• Personalized Approaches: It's crucial to meet people where they are, using tools and methods that resonate with their unique needs and preferences.
• Impact of Life Changes: Life changes can influence the expression of strengths, with adaptability often becoming more prominent during challenging times.
• Focus on Core Strengths: Prioritizing the development of core strengths over weaker areas can lead to more significant personal and team achievements.
• Pragmatism in Assessments: The emphasis should be on practical application and action rather than getting caught up in the semantics of assessments.
• Dynamic Teamwork: Understanding and utilizing each team member's strengths can enhance collaboration and drive collective success

Sound Bites

1. "Understanding your strengths is the first step to unlocking your potential."

2. "Retesting isn't always necessary; your core strengths often remain constant."

3. "Meet people where they are, and use tools that resonate with them."

4. "Life changes can shift how our strengths show up, but the core remains the same."

5. "Focus on developing your core strengths for the greatest impact."

6. "Don't get lost in the semantics; it's about what you do with your strengths."

7. "Adaptability can become a key strength during challenging life phases."

8. "Investing in strengths yields better results than trying to fix weaknesses."

9. "Dynamic teamwork thrives when each member's strengths are understood and utilized."

10. "Your strengths tell your story; let them guide your actions."

11. "The best tools are those that align with your personal journey."

12. "In the end, it's not about the test; it's about the transformation."

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

Official Strengths On Fire Website: https://strengthsonfire.transistor.fm

GET MORE FROM BILL AND SARAH:
Bill's info:
https://billdippel.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamdippel/
https://www.instagram.com/billdippelcoach/

Sarah's info:
https://www.wearecollinsco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahcoachcollins/
https://www.instagram.com/sarahcoachcollins/

If you’ve ever wondered whether your optimism is a superpower or something others dismiss as naive, this episode will reframe everything. Gallup-certified coach Samantha Kennelly joins Sarah and Bill to explore the CliftonStrengths theme of Positivity—not just as cheerfulness, but as an energy source, an influence strategy, and a form of quiet resilience.

Together, they explore how positivity operates in real life and real work—from leadership and team coaching to parenting, grief, and self-regulation. Whether you have high Positivity, work with someone who does, or just want to stop being drained by negativity, this episode offers powerful insights on how to protect your energy, hold space for others, and lead with hope without sugarcoating reality.

Main Takeaways

1. Positivity isn’t just about being cheerful—it’s a strength rooted in hope, resilience, and energy.
2. Without boundaries, high Positivity can become a people-pleasing trap that leads to burnout.
3. Positivity and empathy together can create deep connection—but can also make it hard to separate others’ feelings from your own.
4. Influence doesn’t have to be loud or direct—relational strengths can be powerful drivers of impact.
5. Self-awareness is essential for using Positivity maturely, especially in emotionally charged situations.
6. It’s okay to set limits around draining people or environments—Positivity needs recharging too.
7. You don’t have to fix everything—sometimes, Positivity’s greatest power is simply holding space.

Sound Bites

1. “Positivity isn’t blind cheerfulness—it’s hope that survives the hard stuff.”
2. “Sometimes the best use of Positivity is silence and presence.”
3. “I’m not here to sugarcoat—but I am here to help you see what’s possible.”
4. “People with Positivity light up rooms—but they can also crash hard when no one’s watching.”
5. “You can’t be the sunshine for everyone every day—especially if it’s sucking you dry.”
6. “I used to think I had to hide my Positivity to be taken seriously in the workplace.”
7. “Woo and Positivity together? It’s like emotional confetti—fun, but it needs a cleanup plan.”
8. “Sometimes your greatest strength needs to ride in the backseat, not drive the car.”
9. “I can be a riot at a funeral… because I don’t always know how to let people sit in sadness.”
10. “I had to ask myself—am I being authentic, or just uncomfortable with conflict?”
11. “Being a coach doesn’t mean you push all the time—sometimes, you sit, celebrate, or listen.”
12. “You’re not the anti-venom to negativity—you’re a person with limits too.”
13. “Positivity wants to fix—but empathy reminds you to first feel.”
14. “Your strengths are only as helpful as your ability to regulate them.”
15. “It’s okay to say, ‘I’m not okay today’—even if you usually bring the sunshine.”

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

Official Strengths On Fire Website: https://strengthsonfire.transistor.fm

GET MORE FROM BILL AND SARAH:
Bill's info:
https://billdippel.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamdippel/
https://www.instagram.com/billdippelcoach/

Sarah's info:
https://www.wearecollinsco.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahcoachcollins/
https://www.instagram.com/sarahcoachcollins/