The beauty in your mess can reveal meaningful truths about life and work. I realized this during a recent photo session with my son. The day was chaotic—I hadn’t had time to prepare, and nothing seemed “picture perfect.” I even blurted to my photographer, “Please just make us look good!”
But as the session went on, I forgot my worries and simply enjoyed exploring a park with my son. When I received the photos, I was amazed. They didn’t just “make us look good”; they captured the real beauty in our mess. The chaos and joy of a mother and child were perfectly preserved.
How to Recognize Beauty in Chaos
This realization extended to a former colleague of mine. An attorney I worked for was brilliant but drove the team crazy with missed deadlines and constant new ideas. One day, a paralegal sat in on a difficult client meeting, witnessing his ability to provide comfort and clarity to a grieving widow and her family.
After the meeting, she said, “I could never do what he just did. He is amazing.” In that moment, she saw the beauty in his mess—the unique talent he brought to the table, even if it came with challenges.
Building a Team That Sees the Beauty in Your Mess
Surrounding yourself with people who see the beauty in your mess is essential, especially when building a team. The goal isn’t to hide your imperfections but to find individuals who value your strengths and are willing to help manage the challenges.
The best team members don’t just tolerate your quirks—they appreciate the intrinsic value you bring, even if it comes with a little chaos.
The SmartHire Solution™ for Embracing Your Mess
Our SmartHire Solution™ is designed to help you find team members who truly see your beauty and mess. We work with you to identify your unique strengths and challenges, ensuring that candidates understand and appreciate both.
Through this process, you’ll attract individuals who are not just qualified but excited to work with you, imperfections and all.
Let us help you build a team that embraces your beauty in your mess. Book your complimentary 60-minute SmartHire discovery call by emailing us at info@hiringandempowering.com. For more hiring tips, visit our blog or check out our weekly podcast.
Authorship Acknowledgment
Written by Molly Hall McGrath
