My Flaws

I have lots of flaws. I try to to improve some. Others I leave because either (a) their flipside is a strength, or (b) there's higher ROI focusing my time elsewhere.

I often recall this striking research…

In 2011, a survey of over 5,000 leaders found something surprising. Leaders at top companies were average or even deficient at many important competencies. Conversely, the average companies focused on building well-rounded leaders with few weaknesses. In other words, the outlier companies invested in people’s strengths and tolerated their weaknesses. This is “spiky leadership”.

Here are some of my weaknesses:

1. I speak in high conviction, even if unconvinced. This can confuse others and seem combative.
2. I can be impatient & restless. This can cause me to cut people off and be demanding.
3. I underestimate the cost of change on others. I change my mind quickly which can be disorienting to those around me.
4. I’m quick to make intuitive judgements about people. Sometimes these are wrong.
5. I’m hyper rational, which can be perceived as unfeeling or intellectually arrogant.
6. I am independent to the point of isolating others. This also makes me less likely to seek help or mentorship.

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