Page 15 - Getting to the Heart of High Performance

Why does this matter?

It matters because deep strengths are those attributes we
depend on to carry us through the most difficult episodes of
our lives. They’re the psychological assets that also enable us
to make the most of opportunity. If we want to become more
effective at dealing with high-velocity change, if we wish to
develop as individuals or organizations, this is where we
should start.

Part One of this book explains the concept of deep strengths,
presents the findings from our Deep Strengths Research
Project with chief executive officers and entrepreneurs, then
lays the foundation for “strength training.” Part Two provides
a methodology, a process for building deep strengths in indi-
viduals and organizations.

Finally, Part Three offers specific tactics for implementing
strength-building practices on a day-to-day basis.

As a frustrated young intern sweating it out in a group thera-
py session so many years ago, I drew heavily on common sense
to make my points. Today we can turn to sophisticated research
for proof that these concepts and practices prepare us best for
the challenges and opportunities that are sure to come.

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