Why Talking to Executives About Their Strengths Can Be Difficult
We all know that managers can have trouble accepting the bad news about their leadership, but you might think that they would welcome the good news. In fact, it can be just as difficult for them to take in the good things about themselves. Sometimes people can’t get it through their heads that they have certain weaknesses. Surprisingly, the same can be true for strengths.
Everyone is familiar with the host of ways that people can explain away criticism. They can also be ingenious in rationalizing why they should not take affirmation seriously. I’ve heard things like:
The business is in trouble, and I’m focused on that.
I’m in too much pain because my boss is on my case [reminding ...
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