Denver airport is well-known for being an "hot'n'high" airfield, which has led to some technical problems for operators, since lift capacity of airplanes is decreased. Airplanes either need to reduce their fare-paying payload -- and lose revenue -- or accelerate to a high speed -- which requires longer runways. In Denver's case, no runway was long enough for heavy airplanes taking-off bound for Europe. The first idea management found was to embed lights located at end of runway into ground to lengthen existing runways (nearly 90ft gained). This has already diminished technical restrictions, but a new 16,000ft runway is under construction and will be among longest on earth for commercial use.

DIA hopes that these first links to Europe will show way to other carriers, notably Air France from Paris, to place airport in US' top airports and make Denver a more attractive place to make business.

One of reasons this happens is that our gifts - things that come very easily to us – are often ignored, or smothered by other duties. Let me explain.

One client of mine, a marketing strategist, built his business using his natural strength (gift) of building relationships. He loved connecting with clients, meeting new people, and personally interacting with others. However, as other business responsibilities set in, he found himself laying his primary strength aside and devoting more time to mundane duties. The result? He began to degrade in his level of excellence. Without focusing his contribution to business on his strength – he, personally and professionally, started to suffer.

Once he acknowledged this - he readjusted his schedule, dropped all administrative tasks that did not require his personal attention, and devoted two-hours of his time to re-cultivating old relationships and building new ones. Within a few months, his business boomed, he felt great and he had more time.

Are you like me? Are you unsure of what your natural gifts are? It took me a long time to realize mine. The tips below will help you pinpoint strengths you have that can lead you down path to excellence. 1.Make a list of specific things (no more than three) that come easily for you. You may not see them as “special” (like my ability to ask right questions) but if you are naturally adept at them, write them on your list. 2.Decide how committed are you to dedicating money and time to developing your gifts.

3.If you are willing to do what is needed to develop these strengths, set some deadlines. Research classes, activities or counselors who can help you expand on your gifts.

4.Find a “mentor” or someone else who will support you in your efforts to excel.

5.Put a measurable return on your investment. Create a list of reasonable accomplishments that you hope to make after developing your gifts.

6.Think big! Who is your role model, who is expert in your field? Study them and then see if you like any of their development strategies.

The key here is to remain persistent with development of your strengths. Many people have paid great sums of money for help of experts. If you do not feel you are able to grow solely with help of a mentor, by all means – hire a coach or consultant. The end result of having peace and confidence in your personal and professional life will be well worth cost!