 Smart people are people who are strategic in their actions and make calculated decisions. They are hardworking, motivated and often willing to push themselves to achieve their goals. Smart people exist in all ages and usually stand out. In this video, I'll be sharing with you the 9 problems smart people face. 1. Overthinking situations Most smart people are intellectuals. They study a lot and think things through before taking actions. While this is a desirable trait in making management decisions, it could be problematic in restaking because smart people are used to considering varying possibilities. Even when they see a great opportunity, they are skeptical about it. A smart person wants to fill in control of every situation and see what lies ahead. But in life, this is not always possible. A smart person is therefore more likely to lose out risky business opportunities in people that are not so smart, mostly trust their God, while people that are very smart trust facts, according to American German poet Charles Bokoiski. The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are so full of doubt while the stupid ones are full of confidence. Smart people analyze everything and this could cost them time within which they could have made a profitable decision. 2. High self-esteem Smart people are more likely to be overconfident than people that are not so smart. This is probably because smart people in their 20s are likely to have had some success already. This improves their confidence in their intellect and work. And this high self-esteem, while desirable, could lead to a condescending behavior towards others. According to American billionaire Bill Gates, success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose. Being confident is a good thing. But being overconfident could be a problem. You have to acknowledge that you do not know it all. You may be good at what you do, but leaving room to learn from others could make a difference in your relationship with people as well as your life. 3. They want everything perfect Smart people are highly organized. They process thoughts logically and execute their plans and steps. They operate strategically. This influences the way they behave and interact with others. They hold themselves to high standards. They also want things to be perfect. This is a problem because things are hardly perfect. A smart manager is more likely to sign off products to market for testing than a not so smart manager. The smart manager wants the products or applications to be perfect. While the other one believes that people using the product or application and given feedback will help the business produce something better next time. Accepting that it is okay for things to not be perfect could help smart people come to terms with life's experience. It could also lower the anxiety that comes from worrying about things that cannot be changed or micromanaging situations. 4. Having more responsibility Smart people tend to perform tax better than others. And because of this, they are giving more responsibility than others either at work, in school, or even at home. Having more responsibilities than others can be a burden. Although it can pay off in the long run because of the experience gained over time, this can however be quite depressing while it is happening. More responsibilities mean late nights, coffee, and in some cases, migrate. Being able to handle tax better than others can sometimes be unpleasant. 5. They stand out too much Smart people, while in college, are likely going to be asked questions in class than anyone else. They are usually prepared and give convincing answers when asked. It could however become challenging over time. Lectures and bosses tend to look out for you when there is a discussion and expect you to have something to contribute to, whether or not you are ready. Even on days you are feeling down, you will still be picked out. Being smart can sometimes feel like a GPS on your back that makes everyone find you. 6. They trust their intelligence too much Smart people are highly intelligent and have honed their intellect to a fault. They make decisions based on their intelligence. They are very meticulous and can go over documents several times to ascertain whether the facts discussed in their agreement have changed in the document. They however also assume that people make decisions based on their intelligence as well. This assumption could be troublesome in a world where humans are driven primarily by emotions, according to American Nobel Laureate, scientist Herbert Simon. In order to have anything close to a theory of human rationality, we have to understand the role emotion plays in it. A smart person is likely to make a sales plan, based on rational response of customers to a product superior to that of a competitor. This will most likely not succeed if the competitor's brand attribute is an emotional benefit that their product provides such customers. Being open to understanding other people's perspectives will help smart people a lot. 7. They have a very high expectation of others Smart people usually see things from an analytical perspective. They are highly objective in their analysis of facts. They therefore seldom engage in arguments because other people mostly make arguments without objectively analyzing facts. A smart person can sometimes make a decision and be amazed that the other party does not understand. This can be perceived as a condescending attitude and will strain his relationship with others. As a smart young person, you need to accept that everyone is not as smart. It is okay if everyone does not get it. Be patient with people and try as much as possible to explain in details when asked any questions. Remember that teamwork is a crucial workplace skill and if you know it all, you will seldom be able to work with others. Be patient. Eventually, they will all get it. 8. They are afraid of making mistakes Being smart has a lot of pressure that comes with it. You are automatically the preferred candidate for tasks and for attending high-profile client meetings. The level of expectation people have of you as being smart will usually make you scared of making mistakes. This is a problem. The fear of making mistakes can keep you in your safe zone. To truly excel, you need to let go of the fear of making mistakes. There is no good idea that came out refined. It is refined in the process of implementing it. Fear can make you not to present those ideas at all. 9. Filling lonely Smart people think about things differently. They are creative and reflective. This sometimes means spending a lot of time alone. Making out time to connect with friends and build relationships can be helpful. Smart people should not assume that their intelligence is all they need to succeed. Friends can be pillars of support in difficult times when being smart is impotent against forces of life. Being smart is a good thing. It sets you apart and helps you on your journey to success. Try to be open and interact more with people. In doing that, you become a better person and improve your chances of success even more.