Hawks are majestic creatures that can be ruthless with their prey. They scan their target from a perch or from the air and silently swoop in to catch them. They are incredibly smart, dedicated to getting what they need for survival and vicious when they need to be.
In a practical sense, what this means is when you have talent, you don’t have to shout it out to the world. You can be humble. Confidence is quiet, insecurities are loud.
There is also something said for having the “soft touch” when dealing with others. In the workplace, it’s better to motivate your team with the carrot rather than the stick. You don’t have to be ruthless or show your talons every time.
I love learning about spycraft and the best spies know how to hide in plain sight. They have hidden their talons so well that they just blend in and appear ordinary. They have collected countless troves of valuable information, all while remaining unsuspicious. Perhaps he’s the geeky accountant and by all appearances, leads a boring life.
When do you need to hide your talons?
