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The Strengths Whisperer

By Brandon Miller

Episode 71

Re-Release: Maximizer with Charlotte Blair

We’re re-releasing a gem! đź’Ž Join host Brandon Miller and guest Charlotte Blair, a powerhouse strengths coach and author from Victoria, Australia, as they dives into the Maximizer strength—how to play to your strengths and find freedom in your work.

Charlotte and Brandon explore what it means to be a Maximizer, redefining success, striving for excellence, and the art of giving constructive feedback (without the perfectionist panic). Plus, discover why complementary strengths are the secret sauce for leadership and team success.

This fun and inspiring convo is packed with insights for anyone looking to level up personally and professionally.

 

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Key Takeaways:

  • Redefining success as a maximizer
  • Challenging perfectionism in the pursuit of excellence
  • The importance of partnering with complementary strengths
  • Balancing constructive feedback with impactful results
  • Career development through playing to individual strengths

 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background
03:10 Understanding the Maximizer Strength
06:11 The Desire for Excellence and Helping Others
08:50 Balancing Feedback and Celebrating Success
11:05 Maximizers in Coaching and Leadership
15:58 Group Excellence and Job Crafting
23:32 Writing as a Maximizer
26:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

The Strengths Whisperer

The Strenghts Whisperer

Re-Release: Maximizer with Charlotte Blair

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