Some of Gnarls Barkley’s song “Smiley Faces” most profound lyrics are, “Was it over night? Or did it take you long? Was knowing your weakness what made you strong?” A friend of mine thinks that knowing your weaknesses in no way makes you stronger. In fact, a discussion between my friend and I sparked the debate of how concentrating on your weaknesses makes you a prime candidate for being less successfully equipped to play the game. Personally, it is my belief that if I know my weaknesses I have two choices, improve in those areas or focus more on my strengths. If you think about competitive sports or business markets, your competitor studies your every move to gain an understanding of your techniques and strategies for achieving successful results. Conversely, your competitor is also checking for the skills you lack so if you are in denial about your weaknesses, it can become more apparent to your adversary over time. This also holds true in your personal life when someone truly gets to know you, your weaknesses become more apparent after the fascination with the surface of which you are fades. During this time, most relationships either strengthen or completely fall apart. Overall, a personal strengths and weaknesses discussion is something worth considering if you are willing to embrace this critical aspect of your character and skills development.
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