Evolving with your zones of genius
I starred in my first musical production when I was 8 and spent over a decade in the theater often in leading roles.
As I got close to college, I seriously considered going to school for the arts.
But I chickened out.
I didn't think I was good enough to make it. Lots of people tried to talk me out of it too. I kept hearing that being an artist was cut throat, competitive, and didn't pay well.
So, I chose to follow my other love and went to business school instead.
I won't lie to you. I mourned the artist in me when I made that decision.
It was like choosing my left brain over my right.
And over the last few years, I've been figuring out how to make myself whole again.
To embrace the savvy business woman in me as well as the creative starlet who loves to sing, dance, act, and create amazing, immersive experiences with others.
And I finally figured out how.
One of the things I teach my clients is how to build a business or career based on their zones of genius.
These are the things that come naturally to you. Things that are fun and easy.
Things that make you say "I can't believe someone is paying me to do this."
Being on stage is one of my zones of genius.
Once I claimed this, I started looking for ways to incorporate the feeling and elements of theater into my career.
For me that looked like:
MCing global conferences that bring people together and break down silos.
Delivering keynotes that inspire innovation and a better food future.
Starting a podcast that serves as a creative outlet and platform for action.
I realized that I didn't have to be so black and white, all or nothing about being in the arts or being in business.
I could be a successful business woman AND a recognized artist.
I know it's the same for you.
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