I admit. My biggest weakness is that I can be impatient at times. When I have an idea or put my mind to something, I want to dive full force ahead and get it done. I call it the “I want it now syndrome!”
The more I recognize this weakness, the more I realize I can learn to harness it and turn it into a strength. Confused yet? I’ll clarify.
1. First, recognize your weaknesses
Map out all your strengths and weaknesses. You can’t fix anything until you pinpoint your problem areas.
2. Plan a solution
Make a roadmap of how you plan on turning a weakness into a strength. In my case, I wanted to turn my impatience into a strength by showing that I’m a motivated go-getter. It’s helpful to establish a couple of goals and benchmarks along the way.
3. Be diplomatic and direct in your approach
My impatience and wanting to get things done in a timely manner can be a great thing if I use proper office diplomacy. As a younger employee, it’s all about learning how to pitch your ideas diplomatically without alienating people and making enemies. It’s a tricky thing to learn, but once you master it, it will open up more doors and opportunities for you in your career and in life.
Turning a weakness into a strength can be a fantastic feat that will help propel you forward in your career . Think about it. I challenge everyone to find a way to work towards turning their biggest weakness into a strength. It won’t happen overnight. I’m still working on mine. But, I can guarantee it will make you a better person in the long run.
