On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, Stephanie Barron Hall interviews Betsy Wills and Alex Ellison, co-authors of Your Hidden Genius. The discussion revolves around the role of aptitude testing in career exploration and personal growth. Betsy and Alex share insights into how understanding aptitudes can guide individuals to find career satisfaction, overcome burnout, and navigate workplace dynamics. They explain the science behind aptitudes, the practical tools available in their book, and how these assessments complement personality frameworks like the Enneagram. The conversation highlights actionable steps to foster career wellness and equity in professional settings.

Watch the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOPl_6Ud48M

Betsy Wills, cofounder of YouScience and a pioneer in aptitude awareness, and expert career coach Alex Ellison have joined forces to write an essential life and career guide, YOUR HIDDEN GENIUS: The Science-Backed Strategy to Uncovering and Harnessing Your Innate Talents. Their research provides a custom-made road map to what makes you special, revealing your distinct combination of natural talents, interests, and personality traits—a mix as unique to you as your fingerprint. 

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Here are the key takeaways:

• Leverage Aptitudes for Career Wellness
• Understand and harness innate abilities to align with career paths or hobbies.
• Use aptitudes as a lifelong "compass" to navigate inflection points in professional life.
• Tools for Self-Discovery
• The book Your Hidden Genius includes resources and a free aptitude test for deeper self-awareness.
• Personalized reports guide individuals in exploring their unique skills and strengths.
• Foster Empathy Through Aptitudes
• Understanding diverse aptitudes among colleagues and loved ones improves communication and collaboration.
• Reevaluate Burnout Sources
• Burnout often stems from unmet or overtaxed aptitudes; realigning roles or avocations can mitigate exhaustion.
• Permission to Pivot
• Aptitude insights empower individuals to explore new roles confidently, reducing fear of failure or inadequacy.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Your Hidden Genius by Betsy Wills and Alex Ellison
• O*NET OnLine
• YouScience Resources

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