still feels “off”? In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I dive into one of the most transformational books I’ve ever read as a crochet designer and creative entrepreneur: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks.

This book reshaped the way I view my time, talent, and business growth. If you’ve ever found yourself burning out doing work you’re good at (but not passionate about) or hitting a ceiling in your success, you may be stuck in what Hendricks calls the Zone of Excellence—when you’re really meant to create from your Zone of Genius.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
● The 4 key concepts from The Big Leap, including the “Upper Limit Problem”
● How hidden beliefs may be quietly sabotaging your handmade or crochet business growth
● The 4 Zones of Functioning: Incompetence, Competence, Excellence, and Genius—and how to identify where you’re currently working from
● Practical encouragement to step boldly into your unique gifts and God-given creativity

Whether you’re building a crochet side hustle, growing a handmade business, or simply longing for more freedom and fulfillment, this episode will help you move beyond limits and step fully into your Zone of Genius.

📚 Mentioned in this episode: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks
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🔹 This episode was originally recorded during the Creative & Called season and is now part of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast—your go-to show for crochet inspiration, creative business tips, and mindset shifts to help you craft a life you love.