Outline: Talent is never Enough

by John C. Maxwell

When is talent alone enough?

- Talent is never enough. If talent were enough, then the most effective and influential people would always be the most talented ones.

- Intelligence, imagination, and knowledge are essential resources, but only effectiveness converts them into results. - Peter Drucker, the father of modern management

- Some tasks are not improved by adding more people.

- More isn't always better, and some things are best done by an individual.

- But there are many tasks that call for talent more than numbers. Like high jumping, they require the extraordinary talent of one person, not the mediocre talent of many.

Putting talent into perspective

1. We should marvel at their giftedness.
2. We should recognize their contribution to society?
3. We should separate what they can do from who they are.

- Talent gives you a head start on others but to keep on being a success, you should keep working on that talent.

Do you have what it takes?

1. Everyone has talent. Find your talent.

2. Develop the talent you have, not the one you want.

3. Anyone can make choices that will add value to talent.
- Destiny is not a matter of chance, it is a matter of choice. - William Jennings Bryan

KEY CHOICES TO MAXIMIZE TALENT

1. Belief Lifts Your Talent
-
2. Passion Energizes Your Talent
3. Initiative Activates Your Talent
4. Focus Directs Your Talent
5. Preparation Positions Your Talent
6. Practice Sharpens Your Talent
7. Perseverance Sustains Your Talent
8. Courage Tests Your Talent
9. Teachability Expands Your Talent
10. Character Protects Your Talent
11. Relationships Influence Your Talent
12. Responsibility Strengthens Your Talent
13. Teamwork Multiplies Your Talent