[A Sip of Books] It Doesn't Have to Be Kim Daeri Who Always Seems Nice

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In organizations, being bright, cheerful, and outgoing is often considered a plus. However, such traits do not always guarantee good results. Introverted people sometimes produce unexpected outcomes. This book focuses on that point. It advises that there is no need to conform to the preferred type of talent to achieve results. The former LG CEO and a psychologist suggest that it is better to form attitudes suited to one's temperament and focus on producing results. Instead of worrying about compensating for weaknesses, strengthen your strengths to create your own brand. Former LG CEO Joo Joon-ho shares his 40 years of experience, and cognitive psychologist Kim Kyung-il adds interpretation.

"If you don't fix the 'student mentality,' it is difficult to become a key player in a company."

"What is the student mentality?"

"It means treating your tasks like school final projects?submitting them by the deadline and then forgetting about them. In a company, whatever task you are assigned, you must 'complete work'."

This means having the mindset to take full responsibility for a task from start to finish. You must be the person who identifies problems, finds solutions, and makes things happen. (Omitted) These two experiences completely changed my perspective on work. Once you take on a task, you must be fully responsible for its quality and level. This is the basics of work. Even if the task is simple, you should not stop there; think about where your work is used and what should happen next, take necessary actions, and produce proper results. The first part is called 'perfect work,' and the latter is 'complete work.' Whatever task you take on, always think about its ultimate purpose. Then, naturally, you become the owner of the work. - From Chapter 1, 'What it means to work well - Beyond "perfect" to "complete"'

In the past, we considered nitpickers as petty people and those who accepted differences with a "good is good" attitude as noble. Nowadays, it is said that the practical mindset is to work just enough to earn your salary and avoid being fired.

While this may be a wise way to live, working defensively like this in the workplace makes it difficult to participate in more challenging and creative tasks. It is not about doing things just adequately but setting a goal to work thoroughly and perfectly to prove your presence not only to yourself but also to others. Having 'detail,' that is, 'thoroughness' in your work means you have the opportunity to create new chances for growth. - From Chapter 2, 'The Small but Powerful Force of Details'

This is not about telling you to become a star player in what you are doing now but to approach even tasks that do not shine immediately with the mindset to do them well. If you try hard, people who recognize your efforts will appear. Good opportunities are created this way.

Therefore, there is no reason to envy others or indulge in self-pity like "Why am I struggling so much?" Live as you are, and when an opportunity comes to leverage your strengths, take the challenge. You cannot know if it is the right opportunity just by thinking about it in your head. You have to actually face it and work hard to get a feel for it. From my experience and what I see around me, if you try to find opportunities that suit you well, such chances will come several times. That is why it is important to do your best in what you are doing now. - From Chapter 3, 'Between Anxiety and Complaints'

Introverted Individualist and Company Employee | Written by Joo Joon-ho & Kim Kyung-il | Yeojeongdal | 17,800 KRW

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