When we see someone who approaches problems differently, communicates differently, or leads differently, our instinct is often to help them become more like us.

They need to be more strategic…or more polished…or more efficient.

The irony? The things that make a person exceptional are often the very things that make them different from us.

The real leadership challenge isn’t to make differences disappear. It’s to help people turn their differences into contribution.

That starts with a different question:
➜ What does this person naturally do exceptionally well… and how can I provide more opportunities for them to create their own special magic?

Because when leaders make room for difference, they get better thinking, stronger performance and more value from the talent they already have.