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Most of us have heard the phrase; “She really Woo’ed them over” yet may not realise that it’s an actual trait which allows such individuals to connect and engage with their audience.
The “WOO” trait stands for “Winning Others Over” and is a Clifton Strengths* talent for people who enjoy meeting new people and making connections.
Individuals with high WOO are energized by social situations, are naturally charismatic, and are adept at turning strangers into friends by breaking the ice and building rapport.
Unlike other personality traits (e.g., extreme extroverts) this social talent makes them effective connectors who can bring people together and create a sense of warmth and belonging.
Tapping into your WOO.
For those who possess this trait, they can tap into/maximise this strength by:
- Lead with influence: Use WOO to influence others by building relationships, acting as a connector, and creating a welcoming environment for clients or new team members.
- Take on social roles: Volunteer for roles like being an event host, MC, or team lead where you can use this ability to make people feel comfortable and included.
- Bridge gaps: Use your ability to connect with people to build bridges between different teams or departments, fostering better communication and collaboration.
As most traits also possess a ‘shadow side’, those with this trait should be conscious of not being too manipulative to serve their own purpose.
So, there you have it; WOO or be WOO’ed.
(*The Clifton Strengths Assessment identifies individual strengths, helping people leverage their unique talents for personal & professional growth.)