Wise Effort The Science of Your Hidden Genius With Alex Ellison
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Jan 6, 2025 Alex Ellison, co-author of "Your Hidden Genius" and education counselor, dives into uncovering innate talents to boost personal and professional growth. He discusses the three-prong approach to hidden genius, emphasizing the influence of community support. The power of assessment tools is highlighted to help individuals make informed career choices. Additionally, Alex explores team dynamics, the importance of empathy, and how understanding cognitive styles enhances collaboration, making it essential for success in today's adaptable workspaces.
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Hidden Genius Framework
- Discover your hidden genius by understanding your personality, aptitudes, and interests.
- This helps you thrive in your career and life by leveraging your strengths.
Social Depletion and Work Approach
- Feeling depleted in social settings might be due to your work approach, not energy style.
- Specialists may find small talk tiring, while generalists thrive on it.
Understanding Aptitudes
- Aptitudes are often our least understood strengths, requiring objective testing to uncover.
- Unlike personality or interests, aptitudes are inherent talents measurable through brain games.
