Stop Hiding Your Flaws—Use Them to Lead
One-Eyed Wisdom: Using Your Flaws to Connect with Others
Episode 265 (Diana is based in Florida)
In this conversation with Diana Fritz we explore:
how Diana uses her literal blind spot to teach about communication blind spots
why vulnerability builds stronger connections in leadership and teams
how DISC profiles reveal communication styles and hidden friction
strategies to adjust your communication style by reading body language and tone
how reflection and journaling help leaders reframe adversity and recharge
the difference between being people-focused vs task-focused in communication
how Diana’s cancer journey helped her discover her purpose, not her limit
ways to help team members feel seen, heard, and supported—beyond the task
how to coach others to discover their own blind spots through guided questions
why it’s better to be refined by challenges than defined by them
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About our guest, Diana Fritz:
Diana is author of "Uniquely Imperfect, Uniquely Qualified" which can can find on Amazon and where fine books are sold.
Diana lost her left eye to cancer and leverages her difference to emphasize how to reveal and use our flaws to connect with others and lead authentically.
Key Lessons from this conversation:
transparency builds trust and invites others to open up
everyone has communication blind spots—some are visible, others hidden
leaders grow when they admit their weaknesses and build systems to support them
DISC profiles help teams understand personality-driven behavior differences
vulnerability and authenticity are tools for influence, not weaknesses
reading body language and listening are key to adapting communication
daily reflection helps leaders grow from challenges, not just survive them
communication is not one-size-fits-all—it must be customized to the listener
your physical or emotional scars can become powerful conversation starters
reframing adversity can turn pain into purpose and fuel growth
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In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.
Your host is George Torok
George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He’s fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.
Connect with George
www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/
https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills