Skill

CRAFT AS A ‘-’ PERFORMANCE CATALYST ‘SKILL’ AS A CATALYST FOR NEGATIVE PERFORMANCE Skill can act as a negative catalyst for performance when individuals rely too heavily on existing abilities and become resistant to learning or adapting. When someone is highly skilled in a particular area, they may default to using the same capability repeatedly, even when the situation requires a different approach or broader thinking. In some cases, strong skill in one domain can narrow perspective. Individuals may focus primarily on tasks that utilise their strengths while overlooking other aspects of the work that require development. This can limit growth and reduce their ability to contribute across a wider range of responsibilities. Highly skilled individuals may also become overconfident in their capability. If they believe their existing skill is sufficient, they may be less open to feedback, new techniques, or alternative methods. Over time, this can slow improvement and prevent adaptation to changing standards or expectations. In these situations, the issue is not the presence of skill but the way it is applied. When skill leads to complacency, overconfidence, or a narrow focus, it can restrict learning and reduce overall effectiveness. Questions to assess whether skill is acting as a negative catalyst: 1. Does the individual rely on existing skills rather than developing new capabilities when challenges arise? 2. Are they resistant to feedback or alternative approaches that could improve their performance? 3. Do they focus mainly on tasks that use their strengths while avoiding areas that require further development? S K I L L ‘ - ’ Better The Deck AS A ‘DRIVER’ FOR NEGATIVE PERFORMANCE