With today’s changing work world, knowing your natural talent is key to personal competence and job satisfaction. TalentPlusStrengths defines two differing natural talent that underlie your workstyle — Multitasker and Concentrator. Both have their own special characteristics, strengths, and possible weaknesses. Knowing which style your natural talent supports your personality can help you choosing the proper assignments and making valuable contributions to your team and organization.
Imagine a laser beam — intense, unwavering, and directed. That’s the Concentrator. Once a goal is set, there’s no turning back.
Key Traits of a Concentrator:
- Crystal-clear purpose and direction
- Exceptional focus, unaffected by distractions
- Detailed planners who measure progress with data and milestones
- Inspire others by staying true to their path
- Thrive in roles with independence and goal ownership
The Multitasker: The Juggler of Creativity and Complexity
Multitaskers are the dynamic problem-solvers who flourish in the complexity of environments that are normal. They’re not only flexible but are constantly creating and reinventing the way things are accomplished.Major Characteristics of a Multitasker.
- Love for variables, problem-solving, and innovationFlexibility, adaptability, and willingness to experiment
- Constantly seeks multiple permutations and combinations for optimal solutions
- Comfortable with failure and sees it as a natural part of the process
- Thrives on complexity, finding it enjoyable rather than daunting
Which One Are You — or Might You Be a Mix?
Some people clearly fit into one type or the other, but many fall somewhere in between. You may be a Concentrator on your own goals and a Multitasker in your workplace — or alternate styles depending on context.
To determine your dominant style:
- Reflect on your energy sources — does variety fuel you, or does single-minded focus give you satisfaction?
- Think about what stresses you out — are you swamped by too many tasks, or bored when not multi-tasking?
- Reflect on your success patterns — what types of roles or activities represent your best?
Whether you’re a focused Concentrator or a dynamic Multitasker, there’s no “better” style — only better self-awareness. Lean into your natural strengths, shape your work environment accordingly, and be mindful of the blind spots. When you work with your nature, not against it, performance, fulfilment, and impact follow naturally.
Remember: The goal isn’t to change who you are. The goal is to understand who you are — and work like it.