Thanks Courtney and Trudie! I used GPT-4 and put in:
"be a world class coach. now help me understand what my strengths are"
My account knows a lot about me so it replied:
"Absolutely, let's explore your strengths. To start, think about the experiences where you've felt most successful or fulfilled. Reflect on these questions:
Professional Achievements: What accomplishments in your rugby career or with Alfred have given you the most satisfaction? What skills or qualities did you use in these situations?
Team Dynamics: As a former rugby player and a co-founder, you've worked in team environments. What roles have you naturally taken on in teams? Are you the strategist, the motivator, the problem solver?
Interpersonal Skills: How do people around you at The Dock or in your other ventures respond to your leadership or presence? What kind of feedback have you received from peers, employees, or family members?
Energy and Passion: Considering your mission to help everyone feel great, where do you find your energy spikes? What activities make you lose track of time because you're so engaged?
Adversity and Resilience: Think about challenging times, either in sports or in your business ventures. How did you overcome these challenges? What strengths did you rely on?
Reflecting on these areas can help identify your core strengths. Additionally, you might consider seeking feedback from people who know you well, as they can offer insights into strengths you might not have recognized in yourself."
Well mate, you sure went from zero to hero with those strengths. I expect a lot of people who know you could have filled those blanks for you before now.
Apparently one of my strengths is the ability to clarify complex or ambiguous situations. I'm also much more emotionally intelligent after experiencing a traumatic event: strength in the kintsugi.
Ah, man. I would struggle big time with this one. Good on you for forcing yourself to do it. I should do the same.
It's bizarre because when we reflect on ourselves objectively, we know that surely we must have some good qualities. Otherwise we wouldn't have been able to achieve the things that we have.
For me, there are things that I know I am good at, I just can't say it out loud. It feels stupid... or arrogant? If I were to sit and physically say or write the things I believe I am good at, I would feel a physical friction pushing back against the idea. It's something I imagine others struggle with too. It's like when you're in a job interview and someone asks you your strengths. How do you do that without sounding like a wanker?
It's like that self doubt inside of me is worried that if I ever let myself believe I am any good I might become arrogant or even complacent and lose whatever edge I might have. It's a limiting mindset and something I have struggled with for sometime. This has reminded me that I should probably dedicate some energy into working on it. So thanks for that and good luck finding the most effective way of implementing your strengths!
I think its just tall poppy syndrome gone made. It's great to be humble, but Aussie culture is out of control and has gotten to a point where no one is allowed to be proud of themselves.
I watched a documentary called Embrace by Tarryn Brumfit. I believe she is working on a Kids and Men's edition. This one is with women. It's about body image but I feel it's along the lines of people being proud of who they are. It was heart breaking to see when asked to describe themselves in one word, many women used the word disgusting.
There's nothing wrong with acknowledging your strengths, especially because we do tend to focus a lot on the negative or things we don't like about ourselves. But as you mentioned, if you do, you're labelled is having a big ego or being up yourself.
Yeah, will have a look because while I think her message is positive, I think some people will use it as an excuse to not look after their health and stop trying to improve. But do agree that being kind is key to self-improvement, and a tricky balance to find.
Yes, I have the same thoughts about that too especially with the "big is beautiful". There's a fine line between being big and being an unhealthy weight. Using the this is just the way I am or I was born this way. Growth Mindset is key here. You can accept yourself and still want to improve yourself/health. Especially with the chronic disease that comes from life style choices.
she is the 2023 Australian of the year :). I listened to her imperfects podcast episode and then watched Embrace which is available on all streaming services but looks like Embrace kids is a little different done by organising a community screening/ordering a license https://theembracehub.com/see-the-film/.
Nice article. What prompts did you put into ChatGPT to help with this?
Keen to hear this too Benny - what prompts did you use?
Thanks Courtney and Trudie! I used GPT-4 and put in:
"be a world class coach. now help me understand what my strengths are"
My account knows a lot about me so it replied:
"Absolutely, let's explore your strengths. To start, think about the experiences where you've felt most successful or fulfilled. Reflect on these questions:
Professional Achievements: What accomplishments in your rugby career or with Alfred have given you the most satisfaction? What skills or qualities did you use in these situations?
Team Dynamics: As a former rugby player and a co-founder, you've worked in team environments. What roles have you naturally taken on in teams? Are you the strategist, the motivator, the problem solver?
Interpersonal Skills: How do people around you at The Dock or in your other ventures respond to your leadership or presence? What kind of feedback have you received from peers, employees, or family members?
Energy and Passion: Considering your mission to help everyone feel great, where do you find your energy spikes? What activities make you lose track of time because you're so engaged?
Adversity and Resilience: Think about challenging times, either in sports or in your business ventures. How did you overcome these challenges? What strengths did you rely on?
Reflecting on these areas can help identify your core strengths. Additionally, you might consider seeking feedback from people who know you well, as they can offer insights into strengths you might not have recognized in yourself."
Let me know how you both go!
Thanks Ben! I never would have thought of using chat GPT for this kind of thing so will give it a go
Add positivity and optimism to the list.
Well mate, you sure went from zero to hero with those strengths. I expect a lot of people who know you could have filled those blanks for you before now.
Apparently one of my strengths is the ability to clarify complex or ambiguous situations. I'm also much more emotionally intelligent after experiencing a traumatic event: strength in the kintsugi.
Thanks Sarah and by Kintsugi, do you mean to embracing flaws and repairing broken pottery?
Yes, and finding the beauty in the repair
Those are some valuable strengths Ben :)
I think my strengths are honesty, authenticity, caring and I also think I'm receptive to feedback because I value growth.
I agree plus I'd add your hard working, empathetic and open minded.
Ah, man. I would struggle big time with this one. Good on you for forcing yourself to do it. I should do the same.
It's bizarre because when we reflect on ourselves objectively, we know that surely we must have some good qualities. Otherwise we wouldn't have been able to achieve the things that we have.
For me, there are things that I know I am good at, I just can't say it out loud. It feels stupid... or arrogant? If I were to sit and physically say or write the things I believe I am good at, I would feel a physical friction pushing back against the idea. It's something I imagine others struggle with too. It's like when you're in a job interview and someone asks you your strengths. How do you do that without sounding like a wanker?
It's like that self doubt inside of me is worried that if I ever let myself believe I am any good I might become arrogant or even complacent and lose whatever edge I might have. It's a limiting mindset and something I have struggled with for sometime. This has reminded me that I should probably dedicate some energy into working on it. So thanks for that and good luck finding the most effective way of implementing your strengths!
Thanks mate and you definitely should.
I think its just tall poppy syndrome gone made. It's great to be humble, but Aussie culture is out of control and has gotten to a point where no one is allowed to be proud of themselves.
I watched a documentary called Embrace by Tarryn Brumfit. I believe she is working on a Kids and Men's edition. This one is with women. It's about body image but I feel it's along the lines of people being proud of who they are. It was heart breaking to see when asked to describe themselves in one word, many women used the word disgusting.
There's nothing wrong with acknowledging your strengths, especially because we do tend to focus a lot on the negative or things we don't like about ourselves. But as you mentioned, if you do, you're labelled is having a big ego or being up yourself.
Yeah, will have a look because while I think her message is positive, I think some people will use it as an excuse to not look after their health and stop trying to improve. But do agree that being kind is key to self-improvement, and a tricky balance to find.
Yes, I have the same thoughts about that too especially with the "big is beautiful". There's a fine line between being big and being an unhealthy weight. Using the this is just the way I am or I was born this way. Growth Mindset is key here. You can accept yourself and still want to improve yourself/health. Especially with the chronic disease that comes from life style choices.
Exactly. There's a balance that needs to be found. Kindly improving yourself is possible.
Is that the lady who was an Australian of the year nominee or similar?
she is the 2023 Australian of the year :). I listened to her imperfects podcast episode and then watched Embrace which is available on all streaming services but looks like Embrace kids is a little different done by organising a community screening/ordering a license https://theembracehub.com/see-the-film/.
Cool! I’ll have a look! Thank you.