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What does it mean?
You are capable of handling necessary tasks, often exceeding your own expectations.
In plain terms
You can handle required tasks and sometimes do them better than you expect.
What can you take from it?
Trust your ability to complete necessary work effectively.

Where it applies

  • facing a difficult task
  • underestimating skills
  • working on a project

Putting it to work

  • set challenging goals
  • trust your training
  • push beyond comfort zone

Questions to consider

  • What tasks have you done better than expected?
  • Where do you underestimate yourself?

Another view

Overconfidence can sometimes lead to under preparation.

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