Discover U & Shine

A powerful energy source

To shine– Connect with purpose

Use talents to add value

Uncover hidden talents– Explore tools

Clarify with Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

Uncover hidden talents

Interests-curiosity to learn more– Determine level with Strength-O-Meter – Interests may or may not be accompanied by skills & talents

Skills-abilities that can be learned– Work Skills– Transferable Skills– Self-Management Skills (personal qualities)

Talents-natural abilities Strengths-can be developed with practice

It’s a jungle out there

Tools for exploring

At http://dailyplanitwiki.pbworks.com/Talents

INTERESTSYou love to learn about it.

What do you want to know about rockets? Homer: Everything.

It holds your attention

SKILLS-You love to do it. Think of what you loved to do as a kid, projects you’re proud of.

STRENGTHS-

It is easy to learn & easy to do.

You do it well.

“I got dragged into this gig kicking and screaming, and now it's the only thing I want to do.”

TALENTS-When you do it, time stands still.

You want to share it with others

VALUES

You admire & respect other people who are good at it.

Stand & Deliver-“Respect? Jaime, those kids love you.”

It’s high in value:

something you are passionate about, a problem you want to solve, a cause you believe in.

What the world needs most

It may require determination

“Well, you know what my dad always said, Having dreams is what makes life tolerable.”

Unique Selling Proposition

Statement of how you will use your talents to add value

I will use [these talents] for [these benefits] by [in this unique way] to [solve this problem]

Inspiration Playlist

Firework – Katy PerryDream Big – David CookSay – John MayerShine – Keith UrbanShine – Take ThatWorld – Five for Fighting