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Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches: Start Here. Start Today.
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Welcome to the global community of certified CliftonStrengths coaches! Becoming a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach is an incredible achievement and the beginning of a journey that changes lives.
This page exists to help you launch with clarity and coach with confidence. You’ll find the essentials: coaching tools, professional development opportunities, research, reports, and a community of coaches who are cheering you on.
Bookmark this space and come back often to create a firm foundation for your work as a CliftonStrengths coach and expert.
You’re ready. The people who need your coaching are waiting. Let’s get started!
01. Coaching Community
01 Coaching Community
01 Coaching Community
Connect with other Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches, attend exclusive learning events, and grow within a global community focused on strengths-based development.
Attend Gallup webinars and events that improve your workplace.
Our virtual events and in-person learning options break down performance barriers and help you pursue your purpose, whatever it may be.
Browse our options on a host of topics, including:
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leadership development
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organizational culture
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employee engagement
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coaching conversations
Join the Coaches Learning Series.
At the start of each year, we host a complimentary, weeklong series of educational webcasts exclusively for Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches.
These virtual learning sessions feature key insights from Gallup coaches and experts to expand your knowledge of CliftonStrengths and strengths-based coaching and training. We select topics to meet the needs of new and experienced coaches in a variety of settings.
Our goal is simple: to help you continue your development as an expert coach.
The Coaches Learning Series features coaching experts leading the conversation on the following topics, deepening your understanding of the 34 CliftonStrengths themes:
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leader and manager development
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working with leadership teams
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sharpening your 1:1 coaching skills
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leading effective team sessions
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handling conflict or change in the workplace
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coaching tools and how to use them
Can’t make it to the live sessions? No worries. Watch these powerful webcasts on demand and earn ICF CCE Resource Development hours. (Those hours are self-reported.)
02. Newsletters and Podcasts
02 Newsletters and Podcasts
Stay current with coaching tips, research and Gallup insights delivered through monthly newsletters, email series and expert-led podcasts.
02. Newsletters
Newsletters
Never miss a beat with our monthly Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches newsletter.
As a certified coach, you'll automatically get the Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches monthly newsletter emailed to you. It includes coaching tips, resources, discounts and more — and it's a great way to stay up to date on what is happening at Gallup and with the CliftonStrengths coaching community.
If you don't receive it within your first month, contact us at certification@gallup.com.
Deepen your expertise with the monthly CliftonStrengths Insights newsletter.
Sign up to receive our best strengths-based development content for CliftonStrengths users each month. You will get the latest articles, videos, webcasts, research and reports. In addition, you'll get exclusive interviews with Gallup experts, invitations to strengths-based learning opportunities and early looks at upcoming product releases.
CliftonStrengths Onboarding email series: See what they see.
Sign up for the CliftonStrengths Onboarding email series to learn what individuals experience after taking the CliftonStrengths assessment. The series covers topics like how to “Name, Claim and Aim” your strengths, set goals using your strengths, and apply them at work and in life.
Note: This email series is personalized to your unique strengths and the CliftonStrengths reports you have access to, so your experience may differ from others’.
02. Podcasts
Podcasts
The CliftonStrengths Podcast
There are 34 CliftonStrengths themes and endless ways to apply them. The CliftonStrengths Podcast features experts who explore each theme and share practical insights for individuals, teams and organizations. Whether you lead others or want to develop your strengths, each episode shows you how to use them to work and live with purpose.
Listen to The CliftonStrengths Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
Called to Coach Webcast
An essential series for all coaches, Gallup's Called to Coach webcasts are a resource for anyone who wants to help others discover and use their CliftonStrengths. Learn from Gallup experts and independent strengths coaches as they share meaningful insights and coaching strategies.
02. Social Media
Social Media
Join our private LinkedIn and Facebook communities, a place where Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches connect, ask questions and share wins from the coaching work they are doing. These coaches-led groups are focused on conversation, learning and strengths in action.
Become a member the CliftonStrengths Webcast Community. This is a space for those who watch or listen to Gallup webcasts and want to keep the conversation going.
And follow CliftonStrengths on these channels to stay current on the latest strengths-related information and insights:
03. Relevant Research
03 Relevant Research
Ground your coaching in Gallup’s science. Access key reports, validation studies and data to support your credibility and learning.
"Do strengths differ by age and gender?"
Download our latest CliftonStrengths Demographics report to learn more. This report addresses many of the most common questions we get regarding demographics and includes demographic coverage of over 25 million respondents.
"Can I trust my CliftonStrengths results?"
Learn more about the science and validity of CliftonStrengths. Millions of people have discovered their strengths and have lots of questions about the research. They may ask, "Can I retake CliftonStrengths?" or wonder whether their CliftonStrengths (StrengthsFinder®) results change over time. Discover how our research and science can answer questions like these.
"How was CliftonStrengths developed, and why does it work?"
Read more about how CliftonStrengths was built. The CliftonStrengths Technical Report outlines the development, psychometric rigor and validation evidence behind the assessment Gallup has delivered to millions worldwide. This report offers an in-depth look at the science supporting the strengths-based approach we use every day.
Still eager for more? Uncover information, articles, guides, videos and more to help you develop your strengths.
04. Coaching Tools and Products
04 Coaching Tools and Products
Explore books, materials and practical tools to help you coach individuals and teams more effectively using the CliftonStrengths framework.
You already know that Gallup is your source for CliftonStrengths codes. But did you know we also have bestselling books, learning tools and materials to support you? Browse the essential Gallup resources that have helped millions of people around the world apply their strengths.
Help people learn what they do best to maximize their potential. Uncover patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving with our CliftonStrengths assessments. (Don't forget to log in at the store to receive coach pricing!)
05. Role-Based Reports
05 Role-Based Reports
Get deeper insights with specialized CliftonStrengths reports for managers, leaders and sales professionals, and learn how to use them in your coaching.
A CliftonStrengths Report Specifically for Managers
Learn about your strengths through a manager lens to get the best out of your team.
Check out the CliftonStrengths for Managers report to learn:
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your top 10 CliftonStrengths themes
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instructions for using this report, today and in the future
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how your strengths contribute to your success
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how your strengths could get in the way of your success
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action items that you can implement immediately
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a practical outline for achieving your goals
Learn how to develop your skills and do what you naturally do best with the CliftonStrengths for Managers report.
CliftonStrengths for Sales: A Role-Specific Report for Salespeople
Customize your coaching and learn how to help salespeople use their strengths to navigate their everyday tasks and challenges.
With the CliftonStrengths for Sales report, you'll learn:
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your top 10 CliftonStrengths themes
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instructions for using this report, today and in the future
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how your strengths contribute to your success
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how your strengths could get in the way of your success
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action items that you can implement immediately
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a practical outline for achieving your goals
Coach salespeople or sales teams toward exceptional performance with the CliftonStrengths for Sales report.
Coach leaders with this role-specific report.
The role of a leader is distinctly different from that of a manager. Discover how to align teams and individuals to work toward the same goal.
Check out the CliftonStrengths for Leaders report to get:
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your top 10 CliftonStrengths themes
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instructions for using this report, today and in the future
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how your strengths contribute to your success
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how your strengths could get in the way of your success
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action items that you can implement immediately
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a practical outline for achieving your goals
Learn how to lead more effectively and coach others to do the same with the CliftonStrengths for Leaders report.
From CliftonStrengths coaching kits to engagement workbooks, our easy-to-use learning tools and materials give you practical ideas and actions you can implement today.
Whether coaching teams or individuals, coaches worldwide have found the CliftonStrengths Team Activities Guide to be one of their most valued tools. With 40 CliftonStrengths activities for individuals, partnerships and teams, this guide is a tool coaches use often.
06. Professional Credits
06 Professional Credits
To support your professional development, we have received approval to offer continuing education or recertification credit hours for many of our courses. Some of the most prominent professional organizations have granted their approval, including the International Coach Federation (ICF), the HR Certification Institute (HRCI) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
07. Recertification
07 Recertification
Recertification is needed every three years (pre-2022, every two years). Currently, there is no cost for recertification. Your recertification exam will appear in your Learning Center on Gallup Access 120 days prior to your certification end date. You can take the exam any time in that 120-day window.
To find your certification renewal date on your current certificate, log in to Gallup Access. Click the Profile icon in the upper-right corner of your dashboard, and select My Account from the dropdown list. Click Coach Certification on the My Account page for more information.
All materials that Gallup publishes are protected under copyright law, and all use of Gallup's content requires Gallup's permission. For more information about reprinting or reproducing Gallup's published books, reports or content from Gallup.com (news articles, polls, graphs, tables, etc.), visit Gallup Permissions.
08. Coaching Codes
08 Coaching Codes
As a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, you receive 350 CliftonStrengths codes each year at a price only available to coaches. Coach pricing is available through the end of each calendar year and resets annually.
To receive coach pricing, simply log in to the Gallup Store with your certified coach account. Eligible discounts will appear automatically as you shop.
If you cannot find your code or no longer have access to those emails, please reach out to certification@gallup.com and we’ll send you the details.
09. Gallup Access
09 Gallup Access
Gallup Access is home to the tools and resources you need to coach individuals and teams to greatness. Help teams discover and develop their strengths, drive engagement, and create a winning employee experience with Gallup Access. It's a proven workplace platform that turns human potential into business performance.
Review these resources to learn how to use the tools and features in Gallup Access for building your strengths-based organization.
For help specifically about your certification status, email certification@gallup.com.
Full-Feature Comparison of Gallup Access Subscriptions
After completing the CliftonStrengths assessment, you were provided with a consumer account on Gallup Access. The consumer account is the standard for all CliftonStrengths users, as it contains the results of your CliftonStrengths assessment, your reports, Gallup's recommended advice and learning, and the ability to manage codes.
You can also purchase a subscription for Gallup Access. A subscription gives you access to additional resources — most notably, enhanced code management and team resources that can be helpful for you as a strengths coach.
Your Coaching Profile
As a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, your coaching profile is your professional presence within the global coaching community. Keeping your profile up to date ensures that others can find and connect with you and that you can access the resources that support your continued growth.
The Gallup-Certified Coaches Directory allows others to search for you by country, state or province and by language. To appear in the directory, be sure that your coaching profile includes a photo and professional biography. Log in to Gallup Access and update your coaching profile.
Within Gallup Access, your coaching profile gives you one-stop access to essential resources:
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Download your official Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach certificate.
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Update your bio and directory details.
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Access your Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach logo.
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Manage your personalized coach discount code.
To access your account:
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Log in to Gallup Access.
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Click the Profile icon in the upper-right corner of your dashboard and select My Account from the dropdown list.
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Click Coach Certification on the My Account page.
10. Gallup's Licensing and Permissions Program
10 Gallup’s Licensing and Permissions Program
At Gallup, we value the passion and creativity that our Gallup-Certified Strengths Coaches bring to the CliftonStrengths community. If you're considering developing your own products or publications that feature CliftonStrengths content — such as theme names or descriptions — our Licensing and Permissions Program provides a clear pathway for doing so legally and ethically.
Gallup's intellectual property is one of our most valuable assets, and we offer formal licensing options to help you integrate it into your work. Most uses of CliftonStrengths content in commerce — whether in merchandise, books, apps or training materials — require a licensing agreement and the payment of associated fees, including a one-time licensing fee and ongoing royalties.
To learn more about the available licensing types, responsibilities and how to apply, we invite you to download and review our Licensing and Permissions Guide.
This resource is your first step toward becoming an official Gallup licensing partner.