Having a weakness can be a disadvantage. When we can’t reach up to a high shelf, we may ask someone taller to reach for us. When we can’t get the lid off a jar, we may ask someone stronger to twist it for us. When we can’t solve a complex problem, we may ask someone smarter to solve it for us. When we can’t overcome a weakness, it’s best to find someone who excels where we struggle. Feeling weak? Find someone who is strong.
Finding someone who thrives where we struggle is smart! One of the easiest ways to overcome a weakness is to dive in do the work to overcome it. Why not get a tutor on the way? There are plenty of people who can help you overcome a weakness and move you from incompetence to excellence.
Mentors are strong where you are weak- A mentor can help you master a weakness by sharing skills, tricks, tips, and first-hand knowledge. Mentors have wisdom from mastering a craft and their guidance can be some of the most valuable because it’s filled with direct experience.
Teaches are strong where you are weak- Taking a class can help you improve a weakness. Sometimes all you need is knowledge and practice. Taking a class in person or online may be all you need to improve your weakness.
Counselors are strong where you are weak- Sometimes weaknesses are personal and better managed in a safe and therapeutic environment. Counselors and therapists can help sort things out and help make sense of confusing emotional weaknesses.
Coaches are strong where you are weak- Coaching on and off the field can help overcome weaknesses. From sports coaching to business coaching, there is a coach for almost any need.
Google is strong where you are weak- We live in an age where there’s virtually nothing you can’t learn. Google can lead to articles, videos, forums, and groups that can help you learn and overcome a weakness.
When you have a deficiency, one of the best things to do is find someone who has mastery in the area you lack. Cut to the chase and get the help and support you need to get stronger and overcome your weakness. There’s no reason to allow a weakness to hold you back when you feel weak, find someone who is strong and it will make you stronger too.
