Discover what gives you energy.
Then build your life around it.
Everyone has natural strengths and values. Most people never learn what theirs are. In five weeks, you'll see yourself and others through a completely different lens.
People who use their strengths every day are six times more likely to be engaged at work.
CliftonStrengths users are three times more likely to report an excellent quality of life.
Teams using CliftonStrengths see burnout drop from 38% to just 13%.
Sources: Gallup (CliftonStrengths research & Team Mindset keynote)
Where you are right now
Stuck
You've lost confidence in the role you're in, and you can't see a way forward.
Overwhelmed
The pace around you is relentless. AI, restructures, cost of living, shifting expectations. You're running harder than ever and falling further behind.
Stepping up
You're moving into something bigger and you want to make sure you're building on the right foundations.
Plateaued
You're putting the work in but nothing's shifting. The edge you need isn't more effort.
Building on the wrong thing
All your development energy has gone into fixing weaknesses instead of extending what already works.
Misunderstood
You know what makes you valuable, but the people around you don't see it the same way, and you don't have the language to bridge the gap.
Only
Your wiring isn't the problem. The approach has been.
You've spent years being told you're too much of something for somebody. Too direct. Too cautious. Too intense. Too quiet.
But the issue was never your wiring. It's that you've been investing your energy into rounding yourself out instead of building on what already works.
That's what changes here.
You're a star, not a circle.
The world tries to round you out. Fix your gaps. Smooth your edges. Get competent at everything and exceptional at nothing.
We do the opposite. Every point on your star is a strength worth sharpening, not a flaw worth fixing. The goal isn't to fill in your gaps. It's to sharpen your points.
Knowing your Top 5 is where you start. Sharpening them is the work.
Five weeks to see yourself and others differently.
Engaging, reflective learning on your phone or laptop. In your own time, at your own pace. Short lessons, guided self-reflection, and practical tools you'll actually use.
By the end, you'll have a personal playbook that captures what makes you exceptional and how to communicate it.
Already done your CliftonStrengths assessment? Good. That's your starting line.
Haven't done it yet? No problem. The course walks you through it.
Try the first week freeReflective learning on your phone
Why this approach works
Strengths awareness changes everything.
People who use their strengths every day are
more likely to be engaged and 3x more likely to report an excellent quality of life. Understanding others matters just as much.
Teams with high cohesion see burnout drop from
. Right now, only 37% of employees feel like they're part of a team. Strengths give you the shared language to change that. The right format makes the difference.
Short-form, self-directed learning sees
completion rates vs 20-30% for traditional courses, with 70-80% better retention. You become the expert on yourself.
Self-directed learning before coaching shifts control to the learner, building
and self-regulation rather than coach dependency.
How it works
Step 1. Try the first week free.
Take the values course. It's useful on its own and gives you a feel for the full programme.
Step 2. Go deeper with the five-week course.
Each week builds one point of your star. Name It. Own It. Shadow It. Strengthen It. Share It.
Step 3. Add coaching when you want the human mirror.
Every minute hits harder because the groundwork is already done.
Start on your phone
What you'll learn
- Week 1
Name It
Discover your strengths, your values, and what gives you energy.
- Week 2
Own It
Build your superhero alter ego and draft your "at my best" statement.
- Week 3
Shadow It
Meet your kryptonite. Explore blind spots and where your strengths frustrate others.
- Week 4
Strengthen It
Turn raw talent into deliberate practice. Build the daily rhythm that sharpens your edge.
- Week 5
Share It
Communicate your strengths to the people around you. Complete your playbook.
Looking for a CliftonStrengths coach? You're in the right place.
CliftonStrengths is a strengths-based assessment used by over
This programme takes your results and turns them into something you can actually use — built from years of real coaching and leadership experience, made accessible for busy people, and yours to keep.
Led by Octavia Maddox, a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach and former Chief Product Officer (Kmart & Target), with senior roles across WooliesX, Westpac, AMP, and federal government. She has rolled out capability models for teams, coached people through career pivots, and pulled the key learnings into a programme designed so your day-to-day feels more integrated, excited, and energised — leaning into what already works.
Your sessions are with experienced, top-tier coaches. Request a preferred coach and we will do our best to match you based on availability.
Octavia Maddox
Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach & Founder
Top 5
- Achiever
- Belief
- Individualization
- Learner
- Arranger
Former CPO at Kmart & Target. Enterprise product leadership at WooliesX, Westpac, AMP, and federal government. Strengths-obsessed — and the designer of StrengthsWire.
“Strengths changed my life, and I want to share those secrets with others.”
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What it costs
All prices in AUD.
Optional add-on available on every tier.
Free
$0
- First week of the course (values)
- Genuinely useful on its own
- See if it's right for you
Digital
$249
- Full five-week self-paced course
- Lessons, workbook, and templates
- Practical tools and playbook you keep
- Mobile-friendly, learn in your own time
Digital + Coaching
from $599
$350/session
- Full Digital course included
- 1:1 deep dives with a coach
- Book them whenever you're ready
Premium Coaching
$2,750
- Full Digital course included
- Three-month coaching container
- Ten 1:1 sessions with your coach
- About $1,000 less than buying sessions one by one
The course is the foundation. Coaching is the accelerator. Together, they're a 10x multiplier.
You can always add coaching sessions later if you start with Digital or Free.
What you can expect
More time in flow.
Less time forcing yourself through things that drain you.
Real confidence.
The language to describe what you're excellent at, grounded in real clarity.
Sharper performance.
Energy where it compounds, not where it barely moves the needle.
Authentically you.
Leading and living in a way that's genuine to your personality.
Common questions
About CliftonStrengths
What is CliftonStrengths?
CliftonStrengths is an online assessment developed by Gallup that identifies your Top 5 natural talent themes out of 34 possibilities. Over 34 million people have taken it. It shows you what you naturally do best so you can build on it.
Do I need to have done the CliftonStrengths assessment before starting?
No. The course walks you through how to get your assessment if you haven't done it yet. If you already have your results, you'll hit the ground running.
Is this Gallup?
StrengthsWire is independently operated. Our founder, Octavia, is a Gallup-certified coach, and the programme is built on CliftonStrengths. The course, methods, and coaching are ours.
I did my CliftonStrengths assessment years ago. Do I need to redo it?
Probably not. Your core strengths tend to stay consistent over time. Gallup generally recommends redoing the assessment only every five to ten years, or if you've been through a major life change. If your results still feel like you, they're still good.
The course
What's the difference between this and just booking a strengths coach?
Most coaches start from scratch in your first session. This course means you arrive already knowing your strengths, your shadows, and your values. If you add coaching, every session goes deeper because the groundwork is done.
Can I do the course without coaching?
Absolutely. The course is designed to stand on its own. You'll build a personal playbook and come away with real clarity. Coaching sessions are there if you want to go deeper, and you can add them anytime.
How long does the course take each week?
The lessons are short and designed for mobile. Most people spend a couple of hours per week, broken into small sessions whenever suits them.
How long do I have access to the course?
Once you've purchased, the course is yours to access anytime.
Is this self-paced or do I start on a specific date?
Fully self-paced. Start whenever you like, work through it at your own speed.
Can I do it on my phone?
Yes. The course is designed for mobile-first learning. Works on your phone, tablet, or laptop.
Coaching
Can I just buy coaching sessions without the course?
The course is always the starting point. It's how you build the foundation that makes coaching sessions worth your time. Once you've completed the course, you can add coaching sessions whenever you're ready.
Can I add more coaching sessions later?
Yes. You can always add sessions after you start. Begin with Digital and add coaching whenever it suits you.
How do I book coaching sessions?
Once you've purchased a coaching pack, you'll book sessions directly through the app at a time that works for you.
How long is each coaching session?
Each session is 60 minutes, delivered via Zoom.
Can I choose my coach?
Yes — you can request a specific coach, and we'll do our best to accommodate based on availability. Most people work with the same coach throughout their sessions.
What hours are coaching sessions available?
We offer sessions across a range of hours, from within business hours to outside them. We can usually accommodate different time zones too.
What's the cancellation policy for coaching sessions?
You can reschedule with more than 24 hours notice. Cancellations or no-shows with less than 24 hours notice forfeit the session.
Do coaching session credits expire?
Yes. Coaching sessions must be used within 12 months of purchase.
Pricing & payments
Can I get a refund?
We offer a 7-day satisfaction guarantee. If the course isn't right for you, contact us within 7 days of purchase for a full refund.
Can my employer pay for this?
Yes. If your employer covers professional development, you can share the invoice with them. Contact us if you need a specific format.
Ready to grow your star?
Try the first week free. If it clicks, keep going. Five weeks from now, you'll see yourself and everyone around you differently.
Got questions before you start?
Whether it's about coaching packs, assessments, or figuring out which option fits, we're here.