
If we are doing something right, however, we already have access to
the secrets for further development. Thinking about our strengths
has the added advantage of boosting our confidence, which increases
our workrate and motivation – and our ability to address
weaknesses.
It is difficult, however, either to develop strengths or to attend to
weaknesses if we do not know what they are. Commonly, executives
have an inaccurate perception of themselves simply because they
have rarely asked anyone for feedback. This is why in this book we
will put so much emphasis on developing self-awareness, and
creating a personal scorecard for yourself. This will serve as a ...