S · Skills

Skills & the Seven Mountains

The Skills assessment identifies your strongest practical skills and the mountains of culture where you carry influence. Here's what each one means.

The skill categories

Communication

Speaking, writing, presenting, persuasion, storytelling, messaging

Teaching & Training

Instruction, facilitation, tutoring, curriculum, professional development

Leadership

Vision, influence, decision-making, team leadership, delegation

Administration & Operations

Organization, scheduling, systems, logistics, project management, execution

Business & Entrepreneurship

Sales, marketing, pricing, business development, customer acquisition

Finance & Analysis

Budgeting, accounting, data, research, forecasting, financial decision-making

Technology & Innovation

Software, AI, automation, digital tools, troubleshooting, systems

Creative & Production

Design, photography, video, music, visual communication, production

Helping & Human Development

Coaching, mentoring, caregiving, supportive guidance, personal development

Building & Technical

Construction, repair, craftsmanship, engineering, tools, hands-on technical work

Physical & Performance

Sports, fitness, movement, athletic development, physical training

Strategy & Problem-Solving

Planning, consulting, critical thinking, diagnosing problems, solution design

The Seven Mountains of influence

Faith / Religion

Your skills may be especially useful in environments built around spiritual development, service, and community life.

Family

Your skills may translate well into environments centered on homes, relationships, caregiving, and family stability.

Education

Your skills may translate well into environments where people need to learn, develop, improve performance, or understand information.

Government

Your abilities may be useful in environments involving public service, civic structure, policy, and community systems.

Media

Your abilities may be useful in environments where messages, ideas, stories, or information need to reach larger audiences.

Arts & Entertainment

Your abilities may be useful in environments built around creative expression, performance, and audience experience.

Business / Economy

Your skill profile aligns with environments involving entrepreneurship, leadership, operations, sales, finance, consulting, or organizational growth.