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What Highly Intelligent People Do Differently!

How self-control, discipline, and character drive clarity, growth, and better decisions!

Think of someone you consider highly intelligent.

Now, compare them to these eight defining attributes.

Highly intelligent people…

1. They speak sparingly, clearly, and with authority.​
When they speak, it is to clarify and elevate understanding, not to dominate or intimidate.

2. They ask thoughtful questions.​
They are lifelong learners who use curiosity to gain insight, asking questions to understand, not to impress or control.

3. They notice what others miss.​
They observe people, patterns, environments, and subtle cues that others may miss in order to extract valuable context.

4. They value solitude and deep thinking.​
In silence, they analyze, prioritize, and gain clarity before making decisions.

5. They accept that they don’t have all the answers.​
They continuously seek wisdom, understanding, and better ways to solve problems, and take advantage of opportunities.

6. They understand the difference between knowledge and wisdom.​
Knowledge is information. Wisdom is using that information to make sound decisions.

7. They are driven to improve outcomes; for themselves and others.​
Growth isn’t optional; it’s a personal responsibility.

8. They genuinely care about the well-being of others.​
They invest their time, talent, and resources to positively impact lives around them.

Now ask yourself:

Which one of these attributes do I need to strengthen most right now?

·1) Choose one.

·2) Write it down.

·3) Place it where you’ll see it frequently every day.

·4) Practice it intentionally until it becomes part of who you are.

Then repeat the process.

If you’d like help creating a clear, practical plan for improvement, let’s schedule a short call to identify next steps and set a course for you to be more, do more, and earn more.

​Larry A. Bonorato​

​lab@larryonlearni​ng.com 864-630-2625

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As always, your comments, your questions, and your observations are greatly appreciated! Reach out to me at ​lab@larryonlearning.com​.

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May God bless you, your family, and your team!

Larry A. Bonorato 864-630-2625 lab@larryonlearning.com

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