Seek feedback from others

Tell your team members that you’re working to support their proactive problem solving and that you need their feedback to help you get better at this.

Ask them to let you know whenever you do something that either hurts or helps.

  You may think you know yourself, but others may see you differently. 

A more accurate measure of your value is the perception held by others. Ask trusted members of your network for an example of when they’ve seen you at your best and the strengths they noticed you using. 

Surround yourself with a Positivity Posse. Build a team of friends, family, and coworkers who support you, encourage you, and uplift you. Tell them of your goals and ask for their support. Ask how you can support them in their lives and careers. Team members help each other. Ther...