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I NEED YOUR HELP:

Before Christmas I was approached by someone who asked me, "What are you best at?" I have been asked that a lot in job interviews, but the question always seemed easier to answer, because the context of the situation helped bring an answer to light. In a job interview they could care less if I won an arm wrestling contest in college or that I am able to blow spit bubbles off my tongue. Therefore I am able to prioritize my strengths to those that are relevant to the job at hand. 

When the man asked me this question I honestly can't remember what my answer was, but I have been thinking about it ever since. The truth is I am not sure I know. I have acted, written books and articles, taught at a university, done my fair share of public speaking, been a talent agent, did some casting, a bit of producing, led teams, gone on the mission field, been involved in a variety of ministry endeavors, gotten a bachelors degree, 2 masters degrees, and a doctorate. I have studied in Europe, Israel, and with a leading astrophysicist. I have traveled all over the world, worked in soup kitchens, directed plays, counseled and consulted individuals and organizations, and even ran a school for a short time. I have lead small groups, worked with kids, teens, young couples, and adults. 

But what I do the best. I am clueless. I could make something up, but in truth maybe I don't have the answer. The Gallup Strength Finder says my top 5 strengths are: coming up with ideas, leadership, communication, strategy, and achievement. The MBTI says that I am a people person and enjoy creativity...I am not sure these help me pin down what it is I seem to do the best. I tend do look at myself as someone who is good at a lot of things, but not the best at any one thing. Maybe I'm wrong.

Besides even if I THOUGHT I knew the answer I could be wrong. If I thought I was the world's greatest singer (which I most definitely am not) I could waste a ton of time pursing something that I never had a chance at. I know of lots of people who think they are good at things they are not. So instead of answering myself I AM ASKING YOU. 

HELP ME ANSWER THIS QUESTION. In your experience what am I best at? You can post it as a comment on this blog, email me, facebook, or twitter me. (Most of the links are on the homepage of this site.)

WHAT AM I BEST AT?