This quote was taken from the margin of page 5 and the entire page stuck out to me. In the first paragraph in bold print it says "How do I learn". This applies to the current world of being a manager. I believe that Drucker is not only talking about an educational setting but also the ever evolving business world we live in. In the quote it talks about oneself and changing your ways to conform. The most successful people identify that they have flaws but focus on their strengths and don't conform to straining over their flaws. While trying to improve ones flaws is important, it should not be the main concern. I believe that Drucker is trying to communicate a reciprocation of the quote as well. In management dealing with different employees brings different forms of learning and different working styles. This quote is essential in adapting to the different styles of employees. Managers must always maintain a level of adaptability to be successful for themselves while also ensuring success for their employees.
Chris, I like the quote you picked out here. I also focused on the difference between your strengths and the way you perform in my response. I agree that Drucker is stretching this point beyond the educational sense and into the business world. Understanding the way you perform and how to utilize your strengths to perhaps enhance your performance will guide you to success. However, it is also important to identify your weaknesses and know where or whom to go to for assistance. Great points.
ReplyDeleteI really like the quote that you picked up. Someone once told me a person should focus on improving their strengths instead of focusing on improving their weakness. I think there is a lot of truth in this. I feel like their are a few basic skills, such as communication skills, that a all individuals in the business world should have therefore if it is a weakness they should try and improve on it. I do not believe that they should put all their efforts into improving this skill. One should always continue to strengthen ones strengths.
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