Most of us know our weaknesses in detail and our strengths only vaguely. Yet people tend to feel more engaged, and do better, when they spend more of their time using what they are naturally good at. A strength is not only something you do well; it is something that gives you energy when you do it.
01
Find your strengths
Exercise
Look for clues
Times I felt at my best. What was I doing?
Things I find easy that others find hard:
Things I lose track of time doing:
What people come to me for:
Words that might help: analysing, building relationships, calming things down, creative thinking, explaining, organising, persuading, problem-solving, spotting detail, supporting others, taking charge, writing.
02
Ask, then use them more
Ask two or three people who know you well: “What do you think I am at my best doing?” Note their answers without arguing with them.
| Who | What they said |
|---|---|
| My top strengths | Where I use this now | Where I could use it more |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ||
| 2 | ||
| 3 |