The Science of Your Hidden Genius With Alex Ellison

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Jan 6

In this episode of The Wise Effort Show, Dr. Diana Hill discusses the science of your hidden genius and how understanding your personality, aptitudes, and interests can help you excel in your career and life. Joined by Alex Ellison, co-author of 'Your Hidden Genius,' they explore a three-pronged approach to uncovering your talents. The conversation delves into different types of aptitudes, including idea generation and inductive reasoning, as well as the importance of aligning your work and interests. They also discuss the potential pitfalls of your genius and how to navigate them for optimal success.

Listen and Learn

What makes up your hidden genius
How these intact with each other
Why it’s important to understand your hidden genius (and understanding the geniuses of others)
How the components of your hidden genius impact your work relationships

About Alex Ellison

Alex Ellison is the founder of Throughline Guidance, a college and career counseling practice. Her work as a consultant has allowed her to work with individuals and organizations around the world. She writes and lectures extensively on the subject of careers and college readiness and has been a featured speaker at SXSWedu, NYU’s Stern School of Business, Northwestern University’s Alumni Association, the Kuala Lumpur International Youth Discourse, and TedX. Alex holds a degree in German and business from Northwestern University and a master’s in public policy from the University of Nevada. She lives in Santa Cruz, California.