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Do we really know ourselves?
Think about how you judge your own personality. We usually just guess based on what we think and how we act. But the problem is, we're not always the best judges of ourselves! Our memories can be fuzzy, and we might forget things that don't fit the image we want to have.
Why We Miss the Mark on Ourselves
Have you ever tried to describe yourself in a job interview and totally blanked? Or maybe you embellished a bit to sound more impressive? We all do it! But here's the thing: relying on our own memory and what we think others want to hear can be a recipe for missing the mark on our true strengths.
Here's why we mess up:
- Memory is a trickster: We tend to remember things that make us look good and forget the not-so-glamorous moments. Think about a time you aced a presentation, but forget the struggles you had meeting deadlines beforehand.
- The "perfect applicant" trap: We might try to answer questions in a way that makes us seem like the ideal candidate, even if it doesn't reflect our true strengths. Maybe you're a data whiz applying for a sales role, but you downplay your analytical skills because you think being "outgoing" is the key.
Here's why we mess up:
- Memory is a trickster: We tend to remember things that make us look good and forget the not-so-glamorous moments. Think about a time you aced a presentation, but forget the struggles you had meeting deadlines beforehand.
- The "perfect applicant" trap: We might try to answer questions in a way that makes us seem like the ideal candidate, even if it doesn't reflect our true strengths. Maybe you're a data whiz applying for a sales role, but you downplay your analytical skills because you think being "outgoing" is the key.
Deeper Dive: Biases Messing Up Our Self-Assessment
There's more to it than just memory lapses! Here's why relying solely on ourselves can be misleading:
- We might not know ourselves as well as we think: We can overestimate or underestimate our skills based on past experiences or societal expectations.
- Focus on the "perfect me": We might answer questions in a way that paints a picture of perfection, missing our unique strengths that could be even more valuable.
- The recency trap: We give too much weight to recent experiences, forgetting the skills we naturally have but haven't used lately.
- The "fixed self" illusion: We want to see ourselves as consistent, even if it means overlooking times we acted differently. This can hide strengths that don't fit our usual image.
- The "I can't do it" curse: If we think we're bad at something, we might avoid situations that require that skill, making it harder to improve or even realise we have it!
So, what now? There's a better way to understand ourselves, a way that goes beyond just what we think we know or what we think others want to hear. It's time to ditch the guessing game and unlock your hidden talents!
What is the Visual Implicit Profiler (VIP)?
Forget boring questionnaires! The VIP is a whole new way to figure out what makes you tick. It dives deeper than just what you think about yourself and taps into your unconscious mind.
Why is that important? Because sometimes we don't even realise our own strengths! The VIP uses abstract shapes, and based on how you react to them (without even thinking!), it can reveal hidden talents and personality traits.
Imagine someone who loves order might prefer sharp shapes, while a creative soul might dig the flowy ones. These reactions show strengths you might not even know you have, like being a whiz at analysing things or a total rockstar at solving problems in new ways.
But why is this better than just asking yourself questions? Well, our brains can be tricky! We might forget stuff or want to seem a certain way, which can mess up the results. The VIP avoids that by going straight to your unconscious mind, revealing your true colours.
Let's break it down:
- No More Guessing: The VIP isn't fooled by how you think you are. It shows what you REALLY respond to.
- Unleash the Hidden You: Discover strengths you never knew you had!
- See the Bigger Picture: Get a more complete understanding of yourself than just what you think.
And it's not just about you! The VIP is about helping teams. Imagine a team where everyone knows their hidden talents and can work together like a dream team. That's the power of the VIP!
By understanding your unconscious mind, you and your team can leverage ALL your strengths to be the best versions of yourselves. So ditch the guessing game and unlock your true potential with the VIP!
