Here's how you can advance your career by leveraging your strengths and overcoming weaknesses.

"Know thyself" works as a mantra for self knowledge and personal development. Not only is it useful to actually know what you are good at, but to be open and able to recognise every dimension of you. Enabling yourself a full diagnosis to your skillset and investing your time, resources and money to get better at what really matters to you.

When it comes to leveraging strengths and overcoming weaknesses, we need to look at why we haven't done so already. We often play small when we subconsciously believe it's not safe (not okay) to claim the leadership and expertise that we have and then continue to let our weaknesses to self sabotage us. In my work with clients, many of them WANT to leverage their strengths but they have a limiting belief that prevents them from doing so. This could be a thought like, "who am I to do this?" or "what will people think of me?". To create sustainable growth and change, it's essential to look at what blocks are holding you back and to align your beliefs with your true potential and who you really are.

It's definitely worth self-reflecting on where we shine in our work. What tasks do we complete almost effortlessly? Additionally, try to identify work that, even if it's challenging, brings fulfillment and gives a sense of meaning to your efforts. Imagine categorizing your work duties into three types: those that bring energy, those that are neutral, and those that drain energy. Find ways to maximize tasks that bring fulfillment, include necessary neutral tasks, and minimize those that are never enjoyable and instead drain your energy.

Entender que eres auténtico y hacerte consciente de tus fortalezas y debilidades aceptando cada una de las peculiaridades que te identifican, permitirá entender las acciones que tomas frente a las circunstancias presentes para abordar las futuras, tener esta conversación asertiva con Tigo mismo permitirá entender que este es solo un día, en donde se pueden utilizar las herramientas que se han adquirido, mejorarlas y ajustarlas. Con estos detalles se identifican, límites para establecerlos, que se permite y que no entra en discusión, claves para la vida laboral, académica o personal.

I encounter a common theme in my work as a life coach: people often want to conquer or overcome their weaknesses. We frequently perceive our unique ways of doing things as something we need to fix or eliminate, especially when they differ from those around us. This is even more true for those of us who come from different countries or belong to a minority group. As an immigrant and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I see how my way of life and approach to work differ from mainstream and commonly accepted methods. I recommend starting with self-acceptance. Instead of trying to overcome or force yourself into conventional methods, allow yourself to find your own way and embrace your authentic approach to work.

The most important aspect of setting goals is to focus on lightness and ease. SMART goals exist for a reason: to make your life easier, more structured, and more enjoyable. Pay attention to how you achieve your goals. Do you still struggle to complete them? Do you overwhelm yourself with too many tasks, making it feel like a burden? If yes, you are doing it wrong!

It is very important not just to look for feedback but to ensure you get it in the right way and from people you acknowledge and trust in a given subject. Don't just seek feedback. Select the sources of your feedback carefully to begin with. Then, navigate those sources and seek for the details in the feedback you are given. Look at it objectively. Feedback is not about you, it is about your actions, their results and its consequences.

In my experience seeking opportunities that require you to stretch beyond what is familiar and outside your current capabilities will bring some skills to the forefront and develop others. Without being challenged you don't get the opportunity to become the person that knows how to address that obstacle. There is always more capability in the tank- you just have to give yourself the opportunity to access it.

As a life coach, the most crucial skill I've learned is being comfortable with discomfort. When we step out of our comfort zones, doubts and worries are inevitable and part of our growth. It's also necessary to remember that every time we do something new, it takes significantly more energy for our brain to adapt. Whether it's your first presentation, LinkedIn or Instagram post, or public speech, you will always experience some heaviness and discomfort. The key is to expect this as a normal part of the process. Instead of throwing yourself into the wild, create a supportive environment where you can experience these firsts with people who are on your side and can provide constructive feedback and positive affirmations.

The continuous improvement process is the steping stone to create fulfillment in our life. As we become better and better, we need to refine our skills, our form of dealing with what's around us. That makes us more susceptible to the small details that make the big differences. Continuos improvement allows us to constantly adapt to the fast paced world we live in

Celebrate Weaknesses Conquered: Just like celebrating milestones, acknowledge and celebrate overcoming your weaknesses. This reinforces positive behavior and motivates you to continue developing your skillset.

Start by defining the meaning of the concept of career. Is it a corporate ladder, is it promotion, recognition, more money?? Rule #1: A "career" is not permanent or a given. Rule #2: You are in control of your "career" - never ever depend on someone else to advance your "career" Rule #3: Always consider your own health and wellbeing first before saying yes...