The Daily Leadership Shift - Stop Fixing Weaknesses—Build on Strengths
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A paycheck isn’t enough.
Every leader develops people. The question is—are you helping them grow, or holding them back?
Too often, leaders focus on fixing weaknesses. It feels helpful, but it drains energy and rarely creates lasting progress. The truth is simple: people grow faster when they build on what they already do best. And when their values align with the organization’s mission, performance and fulfillment reinforce each other.
Here’s how you can recalibrate: look at your calendar. Highlight the tasks that actually use your best strengths—and circle the ones that don’t. Then decide: what can you delegate, what can you drop, and where should you double down?
This week’s challenge: have one strengths-focused conversation with someone on your team. Ask, “What do you do best—and how can we raise the bar there?” You’ll be surprised at how energizing that simple shift can be.
How are you helping your people grow by focusing on their strengths? I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Let’s keep learning together—and let’s lead with purpose.
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