My understanding:
Nobody is totally weak (only full of weaknesses) or
totally strong (only full of strengths). Everyone
lies on the continuum; one can be less weak or
stronger in some attributes or vice verse. Weakness
or strength is the impression created by the people
looking at you externally. If one looks towards
oneself internally, one finds why the people are so
evaluating one, e.g., self-confidence appears to be
arrogance, realistic assessment is seen as
negativity, etc. If one is proactive, weaknesses
naturally die away;no efforts required for
suppressing weaknesses. One should know one’s
capacity (blending of weaknesses and strengths; man-
made or otherwise) and use it for self and social
development. Everyone is gifted. Know your treasure
and use it judiciously!
Regards.
Yours,
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On Wed, 27 Mar 2013 17:25:43 +0530 wrote
> How to Turn Your Weaknesses Into Strengths
By Dave Kerpen
We all have weaknesses, and we tend to try to work on
eliminating them - on changing ourselves in order to
become better. But change is difficult- very
difficult. What if instead of trying to eliminate our
weaknesses, we embraced them for what they were?
Think about your biggest weaknesses at work and in
ife. What qualities are you most unhappy about? Of
the following list of 16 typical weaknesses, look
carefully and choose the three that resonate most
with you:
1) Disorganized
2) Inflexible
3) Stubborn
4) Inconsistent
5) Obnoxious
6) Emotionless
7) Shy
8) Irresponsible
9) Boring
10) Unrealistic
11) Negative
12) Intimidating
13) Weak
14) Arrogant
15) Indecisive
16) Impatient
Got your three biggest weaknesses? Great. (Don't be
too depressed, the rest of this activity is more
fun). Next, look at the below list, find the same
three weaknesses, and look at the traits to the right
of each of your three biggest weaknesses:
1) Disorganized ---> Creative
2) Inflexible ---> Organized
3) Stubborn ---> Dedicated
4) Inconsistent ---> Flexible
5) Obnoxious ---> Enthusiastic
6) Emotionless ---> Calm
7) Shy ---> Reflective
8) Irresponsible ---> Adventurous
9) Boring ---> Responsible
10) Unrealistic ---> Positive
11) Negative ---> Realistic
12) Intimidating ---> Assertive
13) Weak ---> Humble
14) Arrogant ---> Self-Confident
15) Indecisive ---> Patient
16) Impatient ---> Passionate
The three qualities to the right of your three
weaknesses are all strengths.
Hidden in your weaknesses are your strengths.
Every weakness has a corresponding strength.
The idea here is simple: Instead of trying to change
your weaknesses, accept them. Don't try to fix them -
it's too difficult. Instead, be sure to leverage your
associated strengths. You can look to colleagues,
direct reports, and even supervisors to fill in the
gaps where you are weakest. Don't be afraid to ask
people for help- they can add value where you are
weaker. But be sure to embrace your strengths, and
build upon them. After all, your strengths (even
those disguised as weaknesses) - will get you far in
your career, and in life.Educate, Empower,
ElevateProf. Bholanath DuttaFounder, Convener &
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