On this inspiring episode of Obey Your Strengths with Kathy Kersten, we dive deep into the world of strengths with Jeff DeVerter, a former colleague from Rackspace who has mastered the art of leveraging his top five strengths. Join Kathy and Jeff as they unravel the secrets behind strategic thinking, ideation, building authentic relationships, individualization, and the relentless pursuit of achievement.Jeff takes us on a journey through his unique approach to problem-solving, explaining how he uses the power of whiteboarding to give shape to his ideas and create meaningful connections between them. Together, Kathy and Jeff emphasize the significance of understanding one's own strengths and how to harness them effectively.Discover the art of utilizing the strengths of others to your advantage, including the clever technique of "speaking in the shape of the other person's ear" and meeting people where they are. Jeff shares personal anecdotes about his past struggles with work-life balance and how he has come to understand the natural ebbs and flows of his career.As Jeff wisely puts it, "It's important to understand that everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses. It's important to be able to recognize and use those strengths to your advantage."Tune in and learn how to unleash your strengths and excel in your professional journey!kathykersten.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices