Ever since we were young, we've been conditioned to detect and rectify our deficiencies. Our parents always seemed to overlook the good bits on our school report cards, and focus their attention almost exclusively on that solitary "D". "Know thy weakness" has been drilled into us as a mechanism to improve.
The result? We all forget about what makes us good, what makes us stand out. We spend so much time fixing up what is wrong, and don't spend enough time going hard at what we're doing right.
Imagine if Steve Jobs decided to ignore promoting the iPod and focus on fixing up their battery lives. Would iPod have been half the success it is today, even if it has impeccable battery lives? Or can you imagine the Beatles toning down their rebellious reputation because they're losing out on the middle-age demographic? Or if Cristiano Ronaldo works on his defence and neglect his attacking flair?
"Completeness" is overrated. "All-rounders" spells ignominy.
Know thy strengths and play to them. Hone them. Sharpen them.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
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