Episode 47

47 - Take a Big Leap into Genius!

47 - Take a Big Leap into Genius!
 
Today, we will discuss a book that may change how you approach your work and personal life. "The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks is all about finding your "zone of genius" and overcoming any obstacles that may be holding you back from reaching it.

Think about it - what is it that you love to do? What work doesn't even feel like work because you enjoy it so much? And what gives you the highest level of satisfaction compared to the time you spend on it? These are the questions that Hendricks encourages us to ask ourselves in order to identify our zone of genius.

But it's not just about identifying it - we also have to learn to say "no" to anything outside our genius zone. This can be tough, but by doing so, we can focus our energy and efforts on what we truly excel at. And when we do this, we can experience purposeful joy and even real-life magic.

So, if you want to take your personal and professional life to the next level, I highly recommend reading "The Big Leap" a read. It's full of practical advice and inspiring stories that will have you feeling motivated and ready to start living in your zone of genius.

https://startwithsmallsteps.com/?p=2710

https://hendricks.com/product/the-big-leap/

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Jill McKinley

I’m Jill from the Northwoods. Professionally, I work in Health IT, where I untangle complex systems and help people use technology more effectively. But at heart, I’m a curious lifelong learner—always exploring how things work, why people grow the way they do, and how even the smallest steps can spark real transformation. That curiosity fuels everything I do, from problem-solving at work to sharing insights through my creative projects.

My journey wasn’t always easy. Growing up, I faced a rough childhood, and books became my lifeline. They introduced me to voices of ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and the natural world around me. Those pages taught me resilience, gave me perspective, and helped me see that wisdom is everywhere—waiting to be noticed, gathered, and shared.