Why “Figuring It All Out” Could Be Holding You Back
I’ll never forget the year I realized I would hit six figures. I felt this sense of pride, and I could see my imaginary invisible cape billowing in the wind as I juggled strategy, sales, social media, and client delivery. 🦸🏻♀️
I realize now that while it sounded empowering, the reality was that trying to “figure it all out” past that point would lead to being overwhelmed and burnt out—not success. 🥴
Here’s the truth: As you move towards your next revenue milestone, thinking you must figure it all out can hold you back. The best holistic entrepreneurs know that their strength lies in embracing their zone of genius—the unique talents and skills that energize and elevate their mission.
Everything else? Delegate, automate, simplify, or let it go. (that last bit sets you up for exponential success later on). 🚀
Gay Hendricks, in his book The Big Leap, introduces a powerful concept: the Upper Limit Problem. He explains how we subconsciously limit ourselves by staying busy with tasks outside our unique abilities, keeping us from living in alignment with our highest potential. (Oof, that hits, doesn't it?!) 😮💨
The solution isn’t to “figure it all out” but to intentionally create space for what truly matters.
Source: Anaik Alcasas via Medium
Let’s break it down. Your zone of genius is where your natural strengths meet your passion—the work that lights you up and feels effortless. Hendricks challenges us to lean into this sweet spot, explaining:
“Each of us has an inner thermostat setting that determines how much love, success, and creativity we allow ourselves to enjoy.”
By letting go of tasks outside your genius, you raise that thermostat and create space for growth.
A Simple Process to Reclaim Your Genius:
Ready to make the shift? Here’s a step-by-step process to help you assess, delegate, and act with clarity.
1. Audit Your Tasks
Write down everything you do in your business—yes, everything—from administrative tasks to client delivery.
2. Categorize by Energy
Next to each task, label it:
• Energizes Me: You love it and feel natural doing it.
• Neutral: It’s fine but doesn’t light you up.
• Drains Me: You dread or procrastinate on it.
3. Apply the Genius Filter
Look at your “Energizes Me” list—that’s your zone of genius.
For the “Neutral” and “Drains Me” lists, ask yourself:
• Can this be delegated? (Hint: most tasks can!) 🤩
• Can I simplify or automate this? (hello, ChatGPT!) 🤖
• Does this even need to be done? ✋🏼
Take Small Steps for Big Shifts
Start small: choose one draining task to delegate, automate, or eliminate this week. As you reclaim your energy, you’ll notice a powerful shift in focus and creativity.
The path to lasting success isn’t about juggling it all—it’s about aligning your time and energy with what matters most.
