Core Positive psychology Theories: Strengths Theory

People, in general, seem to work off the unwritten rule - "Let's fix what is wrong and let the strengths take care of themselves".  By doing this, they are overlooking what is right, and focusing on what is wrong.  According to Clifton & Nelson (1996) this happens because of several errors, in thinking and logic, to which generally all may fall victims.
Error 1: Fixing or correcting weakness will result in making a person or organization stronger
This error prevails in the thoughts of employers, teachers, parents and leaders.  It seems that we have become stereotyped with this error.  Fixing the weakness will only help to overcome the weakness.  It has no capability to enhance the strength of the organization or the person.
Error 2: There is no need to foster strengths as they will take care of themselves and develop naturally
Strengths has to be fostered through appreciations and proper reinforcements.
Error 3: Strengths and weaknesses are opposites.
They are not opposite entities.  For instance, ability to sing may be a strength of a person.  But inability to sing a song cannot be considered as a weakness.
Error 4: Any one can be successful at anything if they are willing to work hard
We can try hard on something we wish to do, but long term success can only be determined by the basic talent we have to do that something.