SEEKING FEEDBACK ON YOUR STRENGTHS

#TLDR: While we – or I – often seek opportunities for critical feedback, it's equally important to gain perspective on what we do well.

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of starting my day with a call from a senior executive turned friend I've worked with in various capacities over the last 12 years. They reached out unprovoked to discuss opportunities for my business – Wynnford Strategic Communications – and how to maximize my experience and expertise in strategic communications.

Before the conversation closed, I took a deep breath and asked THE BIG Q: why would you refer me? (OK, the question was why would you hire me, but casually speaking, it's kinda the same difference. Plus, thanks to my early years at @The Dufresne Group, I'm a student of Fred Reichheld's The Ultimate Question.) Their response surprised me! Here's what they said – and again, I'm paraphrasing:

• You're extremely creative.

• You're great at taking the abstract and making it concrete.

• You process tasks and the contexts around them exceptionally well.

• You listen intently and purposefully.

• You're supportive and optimistic.

  There were a few more points, but I'm uncomfortable enough talking about myself. Which brings me to my point: if you have the opportunity, ask those around you why they enjoy working with you. If you're like me, you often focus on what you can do better, not what you're doing well. And knowing and investing in your strengths is crucial to growing your confidence, business and brand.
  
  Arnold Capitanelli, thank you for the inspiring conversation and a new perspective. I'm so honoured you were the first follower of Wynnford Strategic Communications and that you reached out to assist me! If I've misinterpreted your feedback at all, please clarify. Old critical habits die hard 🙃
  
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