Some people find joy in things we find really hard. This insight is illustrated through the speaker's experience of categorizing emails, which they found detestable, but their wife found joy in. The speaker reflects on how they wish they had asked for help earlier. The speaker further highlights that everyone has different geniuses and that what may be difficult for one person could bring joy to another. This assessment and model help individuals understand how they are wired.
Can you be skilled in an area that doesn’t give you joy and energy? Definitely. Does that mean it should be considered one of your Geniuses? Definitely not. In this episode, Pat and the Working Genius team dive into the importance of fulfillment and joy in determining what your Geniuses are.