CliftonStrengths Self-Assurance®

vnstrengths
Oct 16, 2025
3 min read

Originally written in Vietnamese by Vietnam Strengths Academy. We recommend reading the Vietnamese version for the best experience.

Do you always maintain confidence when making big decisions even when all around you are full of doubts?

Do you like to make your own decisions and are willing to take responsibility for every choice you make?

If that's you, chances are Self-Assurance is one of your standout talents in CliftonStrengths .

If you're looking to further explore your Self-Assurance talent and turn it into a competitive advantage, but don't know where to start, this is the article for you!

This article will help you learn:

💡 What is Self-Assurance?
✨ The Power of Self-Assurance
⚠️ Blind Spots - Blind spots to avoid
🛠️ How to sharpen Self-Assurance
🤝 Strengths that help Self-Assurance shine
🌟 Conclusion

**CliftonStrengths Self-Assurance®: Sức mạnh từ sự tự tin nội tại**

💡 What is Self-Assurance?

Self-Assurance is a talent under the Influencing group in CliftonStrengths.

People with strong Self-Assurance skills are confident in their ability to think boldly and take control of their lives. They have an “inner compass” that gives them the certainty that their decisions are correct.

With Self-Assurance, you trust your own abilities and judgment. You are not easily swayed by the opinions of others and are comfortable taking ultimate responsibility for important choices. This confidence keeps you steadfast, like a ship that holds its course against the pressures of a storm at sea.

See more definitions from Gallup here 👇🏻

✨ The Power of Self-Assurance

When used properly, Self-Assurance can help you:

Take proactive action even in uncertain situations.
Dare to take the risks necessary to grow the business.
Give others reassurance and confidence: “We can do it.”
Always have a compass to know what direction to go next.

⚠️ Blind Spots - Blind spots to avoid

Overconfidence, seen as arrogance: Strong belief in yourself can cause you to unintentionally disregard other people's opinions or appear to be a "know-it-all."
Difficulty accepting feedback: Because you believe you're on the right track, you may react defensively when others give you feedback — even if it's constructive.
Others feel overwhelmed: Your confident presence can make others hesitant to express their opinions, especially those who are introverted or less confident.

🛠️ How to sharpen Self-Assurance

Make quick, confident decisions, especially in ambiguous or uninformed situations – be the “first mover” when others hesitate.
Give others peace of mind, because once you choose a direction, they know you will follow through.
Thrive in a new, unstructured environment where you have autonomy and responsibility.

💡 This is just a small part of how to develop Self-Assurance . In Vietnam Strengths Academy workshops, you will be guided through specific methods to maximize Self-Assurance and other talents.

🤝 Strengths that help Self-Assurance shine

Talents don't exist in isolation. They combine, interact, and influence each other. Some talents amplify , while others moderate .

Amplify (enhance): Command, Activator, Competition, Achiever, Belief, Discipline
Moderate (balanced): Empathy, Relator, Includer, Harmony, Connectedness, Woo

🌟 Conclusion

Self-Assurance is the talent that helps you believe in yourself, dare to decide and master your own path . When properly nurtured, Self-Assurance brings certainty and a sense of security to both you and your teammates.

Are you ready to discover and unleash the power of Self-Assurance in you and your team?

📩 Discover solutions for developing personal and team talents at Vietnam Strengths Academy's Our Solutions page , where you and your team can make a breakthrough with your own inherent strengths.

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This article is for educational and inspirational purposes, based on coaching experience and publicly available resources. The content is not officially authorized by Gallup and is not a substitute for original materials or personal reports provided by Gallup.

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