This hit home - that was my challenge for much of my career in science. When one has a broad zone of excellence it can be hard to really discern ones zone of genius.
It took a few major life lessons, as well as years of self development before I recognised what was happening in my life and decided to pursue my zone of genius. It was surprisingly simple once I asked myself the right questions.
It’s so life changing! And it’s cool because it’s the opposite of manufacturing something, instead you’re revealing what’s already inside. I’m so glad you explored that and you’re reaping the benefits 👏🏻👏🏻
Love this framework. I’ve definitely spent some time in the Zone of Excellence (and others lol) and knew something was off but couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I’m all about bloom where you’re planted, but if and when we have the agency, we should relocate to a Zone of Genius.
The thing is you don’t have to relocate because your zone of genius is already inside of you, it’s just a matter of identifying it and then tapping into it. Doing that will help you bloom wherever you’re planted 🌷
It sounds like a more simplistic version of what you outlined but I really appreciated going through the working genius framework for a similar reason. It was such a game changer and relief to understand that my zone of genius is in the wonder and discernment areas rather than the tenacity and support areas and explains so much about why my job drains me and why I’m working towards my coaching business. Love your post and perspective.
Thanks Kate! It’s really liberating and empowering insight into ourselves and it’s one of the keys to knowing what to align with. So many people talk about gaining alignment in their lives, but too few show you how to find it. Have you heard of the hierarchy of values? That’s powerful intel as well.
Love this framework. I’ve definitely spent some time in the Zone of Excellence (and others lol) and knew something was off but couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I’m all about bloom where you’re planted, but if and when we have the agency, we should relocate to a Zone of Genius.
Love this framework. I’ve definitely spent some time in the Zone of Excellence (and others lol) and knew something was off but couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I’m all about bloom where you’re planted, but if and when we have the agency, we should relocate to a Zone of Genius.
Love this framework. I’ve definitely spent some time in the Zone of Excellence (and others lol) and knew something was off but couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I’m all about bloom where you’re planted, but if and when we have the agency, we should relocate to a Zone of Genius.
Thanks for the restack @Joe Robinson!
This hit home - that was my challenge for much of my career in science. When one has a broad zone of excellence it can be hard to really discern ones zone of genius.
It took a few major life lessons, as well as years of self development before I recognised what was happening in my life and decided to pursue my zone of genius. It was surprisingly simple once I asked myself the right questions.
It’s so life changing! And it’s cool because it’s the opposite of manufacturing something, instead you’re revealing what’s already inside. I’m so glad you explored that and you’re reaping the benefits 👏🏻👏🏻
Love this framework. I’ve definitely spent some time in the Zone of Excellence (and others lol) and knew something was off but couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I’m all about bloom where you’re planted, but if and when we have the agency, we should relocate to a Zone of Genius.
The thing is you don’t have to relocate because your zone of genius is already inside of you, it’s just a matter of identifying it and then tapping into it. Doing that will help you bloom wherever you’re planted 🌷
It sounds like a more simplistic version of what you outlined but I really appreciated going through the working genius framework for a similar reason. It was such a game changer and relief to understand that my zone of genius is in the wonder and discernment areas rather than the tenacity and support areas and explains so much about why my job drains me and why I’m working towards my coaching business. Love your post and perspective.
Thanks Kate! It’s really liberating and empowering insight into ourselves and it’s one of the keys to knowing what to align with. So many people talk about gaining alignment in their lives, but too few show you how to find it. Have you heard of the hierarchy of values? That’s powerful intel as well.
Love this framework. I’ve definitely spent some time in the Zone of Excellence (and others lol) and knew something was off but couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I’m all about bloom where you’re planted, but if and when we have the agency, we should relocate to a Zone of Genius.
Love this framework. I’ve definitely spent some time in the Zone of Excellence (and others lol) and knew something was off but couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I’m all about bloom where you’re planted, but if and when we have the agency, we should relocate to a Zone of Genius.
Love this framework. I’ve definitely spent some time in the Zone of Excellence (and others lol) and knew something was off but couldn’t quite put my finger on it. I’m all about bloom where you’re planted, but if and when we have the agency, we should relocate to a Zone of Genius.