Worklife with Adam Grant When Strength Becomes Weakness
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Apr 23, 2019 Marcus Buckingham, a renowned author and consultant in strengths-based management, captivates listeners with insights on the dual nature of strengths and weaknesses. He discusses the balance necessary for personal growth and workplace success, drawing parallels between fitness and professional development. Buckingham challenges the tendency to overemphasize strengths, cautioning against their potential pitfalls. He highlights the importance of feedback in identifying true strengths and effectively navigating communication to enhance team dynamics.
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Baby Elephant Bench Press
- Michael Hartle, a powerlifter, achieved a personal best bench press of 535 pounds.
- He emphasizes the importance of well-rounded strength development to avoid injuries from lopsided training.
Strength Over Weakness
- Focusing solely on weaknesses is a mistake; leverage strengths for greater achievements.
- Powerlifters understand that working on weakest muscles is crucial for overall strength.
The Negativity Bias in Reviews
- Performance reviews often overemphasize weaknesses due to negativity bias.
- Remediation helps improve from bad to average, but not to excellence.