Carolina de Arriba

Maybe for you is, I need to block my genius zone on my calendar and actually protect it, even when people ask for meetings during that time.

Or maybe sounds like I need to have a conversation with my manager about readdressing my role to include more strategic work and less execution.

Or maybe sounds like I need to delegate this excellent zone work that's draining me, even though I'm good at it and people rely on me for it.

Or maybe I need to commit to my morning routine for 30 days without exception, no matter what.

Or maybe I need to say no to opportunities that aren't aligned with my genius zone, even if they're good opportunities.

Or let me give you one more option.

I need to start exploring roles outside my current organization where my genius zone is actually valued.

What is your one thing?

Don't rush it.

The right answer will probably have a little bit of fear attached to it because it's the thing that actually matters.

What is it?

Write it down.

Now, here's the critical part.

Make it concrete.

Don't just write, I need to protect my energy better.

That's too vague.

You won't follow through.

Make it as specific.

Make it measurable.

Instead of protect my energy, write something like, I will blog Tuesdays and Thursday mornings from 9 a.m.