What are you good at?
“Knowing what you’re good at helps you make better choices — and boosts your confidence.”
People are generally happier when they do things they’re good at. It brings more joy, less stress, and a stronger sense of confidence in everything you do.
Your talents are the things that come naturally to you.
Your skills and competencies are qualities you’ve developed through experience, study, or work. Together, they shape your strengths.
The question “What are you good at?” is not only useful in job interviews — it’s essential when making decisions that truly fit you, whether in your studies, your work, your relationships, or your free time.
Assignment
Step 1: Make a list of things you’re good at.
Think of the activities that come easily to you, energize you, or that others often compliment you on. Write your list in a way that works for you — on paper, or digitally using your phone, tablet, or laptop.
Step 2: Choose the five things you’re best at — the strengths you rely on most often.
You’ll use this top 5 later when creating your personal recipes for success.
Tips to get started
- Ask people who know you well: “What do you think I’m good at?”
- Try a free online talent or skills test for extra insight.
- Use the inspiration list below to spark your memory.
Inspiration List
I’m good at...
adapting to change, analytical thinking, asking for help, assertiveness, being calm under pressure, being creative, being helpful, being hospitable, being reliable, being sporty, brainstorming, budgeting, building things, coaching others, collaborating in a team, communicating clearly, completing tasks, content creation, critical thinking, dealing with stress, delegating tasks, digital skills, drawing conclusions, empathy, event planning, expressing myself, finishing what I start, following instructions, giving feedback, giving support, goal setting, handling money, improvising, initiating action, keeping an overview, leadership, learning from mistakes, listening actively, maintaining friendships, managing time, motivating others, multitasking, networking, negotiating, noticing social cues, organizing, performing (acting or speaking), planning, prioritizing, problem-solving, project management, questioning deeply, receiving feedback, reflecting on experiences, relating to others, setting boundaries, showing discipline, showing initiative, showing self-confidence, showing self-reflection, staying focused, staying positive, sticking to structure, studying, supporting others, taking responsibility, teaching or training, thinking ahead, using tools or technology, working independently, working with customers, working with structure
Feel free to use your own words or add anything else that fits you.
