Through my work with clients, I have come to realise the importance of knowing one’s own strengths, especially in leadership positions. As a junior employee, I assumed all leaders had a clear understanding of theirs. It turns out that’s not the case.
We all have moments where we suffer from impostor syndrome. Moments in which we believe that everyone else is performing better. We may question what we are actually doing and how our teams perceive us.
This can also happen when not everything is working the way we want it to. Instead of focusing on negative thoughts, I like to turn them into something positive. It’s easy to forget our own uniqueness, including the strengths we bring to our jobs.
Change perspective and be proud of accomplishments
Changing perspectives is helpful to understand how others perceive us. I do this by asking questions such as:
- What positive characteristics would a peer use to describe you?
- What would your team say you’re good at?
When we’re on our own, we can get lost in thoughts and go on a little downward spiral.
To help you get started, here are some questions you should be able to answer anytime:
- What are 3 of your strengths?
- What are you proud of this week/month/year?
- What sets you apart from others?
- Why were you hired for your role in the first place?
- Besides your work-related skills, what other talents do you have?
People look for strength in leadership
Strength is sought in leadership for its security and guidance. It motivates and inspires teams, propelling success.
By acknowledging unique qualities, leaders spot areas for growth and development. This self-awareness and dedication to improvement define strong leadership, shaping personal and team success.
Ready to work on this? I can’t wait to hear from you.
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