Everyone has blind spots. You know what I mean - a relationship with someone where you are oblivious to flaws that are visibly annoying to anyone else in the universe. Another example is the blind spots that doting parents have on their badly behaving children who wreak havoc at the table next to you in a restaurant.

 

But blind spots can be devastating in the workplace, particularly if you're a leader.

 

If one of your people has shortcomings that everyone sees - except you - you could be headed for some serious trouble.

 

I know you're thinking that you're smart enough that this could never happen to you, but believe me, you're wrong. (That's why they call it a blind spot....)

 

Often there is a correlation between a blind spot and a passionate desire to avoid conflict. In fact that correlation is directly proportionate: the greater the desire to keep the peace, the bigger the blind spot.

 

So what are your blind spots? Before you automatically respond, "I don't have any," think about these questions:

If you're feeling uncomfortable reading this, then you may have a blind spot. If you do, you need to face it and take action. Next week we'll explore some ways to combat blind spots.

 

Have a great week!

 

 

Copyright 2009 Lisa M. Aldisert

 

 

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