APPLICATION 5
When you believe in the potential of others, you help them see more clearly what they are capable of, engage their strengths and talents that may be lying dormant, and ultimately allow them to become the people they want to be.
Identify two or three people with whom you struggle to see their full potential. Similar to the example below, list the current beliefs or paradigms you have about each person’s capabilities, talents, skills, and style. Then answer the questions in the last two columns.
RELATIONSHIP |
LIMITING BELIEFS OR PARADIGMS |
CHALLENGE YOUR CURRENT THINKING: WHAT DO THEY DO WELL? WHAT MIGHT THEY NEED TO REACH THEIR POTENTIAL (A NEW SITUATION, COACHING, ETC.)? WHAT WOULD THEIR GREATEST FAN SAY ABOUT THEM? |
WHAT CAN I DO TO SUPPORT THIS PERSON? |
Tyler |
Tyler is a follower, not a leader. He lacks the confidence he needs for people to want to follow him. |
-Tyler follows through on every assignment. He is punctual. He doesn’t gossip about others. -Tyler needs small leadership experiences that give him confidence. He needs more positive feedback on what he is doing well now. -Tyler can do anything if you give him a chance to contribute. He has a good heart and great integrity. He’s someone you can count on. |
1. Write Tyler a note expressing appreciation for what I’ve seen him do well. 2. Consider giving Tyler a small project to lead next quarter. |