You can’t lead what you don’t understand, including yourself. Without self-awareness, others are passing you over because they see where you could improve, but you don’t. They are discounting your influence because you have weaknesses that are overshadowing your strengths.

For the next week, commit to deepening your understanding of your own strengths, weaknesses, views, and drivers. Continued practice will transform how you lead, how you make decisions, and how you connect with your team.