How Embracing Uncertainty Led to a Breakthrough

In 2020, Jamie Rogers’ life changed overnight, like so many others. In March, the restaurant she bartended at shut down indefinitely. Shortly after, she learned her ongoing elbow pain was a career-ending injury. As she shared her story with me, I could sense the weight of facing such a powerful life lesson: the challenge of uncertainty.

At that time, I was navigating my own growing pains as my client load was reaching capacity. Believing that growth comes when we balance giving and receiving, I asked Jamie if she’d be open to an administrative role with me for a few months. She said yes, and her willingness to pivot opened up powerful insights into how I approached my business.

Here are two key lessons from this experience that transformed my perspective:

Time and Energy for the Zone of Genius
By allowing Jamie to take on some administrative tasks, I had more time to focus on my core strengths. This wasn’t just about productivity—it let me lean deeply into my Zone of Genius, the space where our unique talents and passions converge.

Letting Go of Control to Gain Clarity
With support from Jamie, I could see how often I had tried to control every detail of my business. This experience taught me the beauty of trusting others and releasing unnecessary tasks, ultimately creating more space for growth.

These simple shifts served as powerful reminders that our Zone of Genius isn’t just a place of skill but of freedom—the freedom to focus on what matters most. If you’re new to this idea, here’s a high-level summary of what it means to play in your Zone of Genius and how it can transform your path, courtesy of Gay Hendricks from his book The Big Leap.

Fast forward to today, Jamie is running her own virtual assistant business, Jamie Rogers, VA, full-time, serving clients from her home in Ankeny, IA. Alongside her husband, two Dachshunds, and one sassy Labrador, she’s approaching waitlist status for new clients. Jamie has found her own zone of genius, and entrepreneurs like me can attest—getting support is an essential step to growth!

Reflecting on that initial spark, I’m reminded that these nudges often lead us toward something we’d never expect. So, here’s a question: have you ever followed a nudge that transformed your path?

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