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EPISODE SUMMARY:

What if our biggest weakness turned out to be our greatest strength? On this episode of I Wish They Knew, David Rendall makes the case for amplifying our defining features instead of toning them down. We discuss implications for the classroom and workplace, along with tips for leading people towards more fulfilling jobs and lives.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• The things we perceive as weaknesses can be strengths.
• Self-awareness is crucial for personal and professional growth.
• Organizations should focus on making strengths effective and weaknesses irrelevant.
• Leadership involves understanding and amplifying individual strengths.
• Finding alignment in work leads to greater fulfillment and success.
• People often change around their core characteristics, not completely transform.
• Courage is needed to embrace one's true self in a conforming world.
• Job crafting can help align individual strengths with organizational needs.
• Fulfillment in work comes from doing what fuels one's soul.
• Everyone has unique preferences that can be tapped into for motivation.

ABOUT DAVID RENDALL:

David Rendall has helped thousands of people embrace what makes them unique. He is a leadership professor, non-profit executive, stand-up comedian and keynote speaker to clients such as Microsoft, AT&T, the US Air Force, and more. He is also the author of four books, including The Freak Factor, The Four Factors of Effective Leadership, and Pink Goldfish. When he's not on stage, David competes in ultramarathons and Ironman triathlons. 

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