What’s Your Zone of Genius?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  What kind of work energizes you most?

  • A.
    Dreaming up new ideas or strategies
  • B.
    Supporting people and watching them grow
  • C.
    Organizing systems and getting results
  • D.
    Creating or building something hands-on
• 2.
  How do others typically describe you?

  • A.
    Visionary, inspiring, or forward-thinking
  • B.
    Compassionate, people-oriented, great listener
  • C.
    Reliable, efficient, detail-focused
  • D.
    Creative, hands-on, innovative
• 3.
  What frustrates you most at work?  

  • A.
    Being micromanaged or stuck in the weeds
  • B.
    A disconnected or unkind team culture
  • C.
    Chaotic systems or unclear expectations
  • D.
    Being stuck behind a desk too long
• 4.
  What’s your favorite part of a big project?

  • A.
    Mapping out the vision or pitch
  • B.
    Facilitating team collaboration
  • C.
    Building the plan and keeping everyone on track
  • D.
    Rolling up your sleeves and making it real
• 5.
  What kind of leadership do you naturally bring?

  • A.
    Strategic direction and innovation
  • B.
    Empathy, trust, and connection
  • C.
    Clarity, follow-through, and execution
  • D.
    Creativity, building, and iteration
• 6.
  What do you want more of in your career right now?

  • A.
    Big-picture clarity and purpose
  • B.
    Supportive environments and connection
  • C.
    Structure, flow, and momentum
  • D.
    Time to create, build, or make something meaningful

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  You’re a Visionary Strategist

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  Your Zone of Genius is in big-picture thinking and strategic planning. You lead best when you're dreaming, innovating, and guiding others toward a bold future. But the details and grind can drain you, so protect your genius by collaborating with strong executors.Ideal Careers: Founder/CEO, Brand Strategist, Innovation Consultant, Product Manager, Executive Director, Policy Advisor, Public Speaker, Marketing Director, Corporate Futurist, Nonprofit Strategist, Creative Director, Political Campaign Manager.Z.O.N.E. Method Micro Moves:Z (Zone of Genius): Audit your current tasks. Circle the ones that energize you. Delegate or downsize 1 that doesn’t.O (Optimize Time): Block 90 minutes next week for uninterrupted thinking or vision planning.N (Navigate Obstacles): Identify 1 distraction that keeps you from big-picture focus. Create a boundary to minimize it.E (Execute with Intention): Choose 1 visionary idea and commit to 1 concrete next step this week.Next Step with Lisa: You're ready for more—more clarity, more confidence, more momentum. Let’s explore how the Z.O.N.E. Method can help you stop spinning and start leading with impact.Watch or Listen to 'The Confident Podcast' Zone of Genius episode.
• 2.
  You’re an Empowering Connector

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  You shine when helping others shine. Your Zone of Genius is in relationships—building trust, creating safe spaces, and coaching others to success. Don’t forget to protect your energy—boundaries are part of your genius, too.Ideal Careers: Coach, HR Leader, Social Worker, Teacher, Counselor, Therapist, Chaplain, DEI Consultant, Employee Experience Director, Leadership Development Facilitator, Nurse Leader, Youth Program Director.Z.O.N.E. Method Micro Moves:Z (Zone of Genius): Reflect on moments you felt most energized helping others—what type of support are you best at?O (Optimize Time): Protect 30 minutes daily for recovery between people-heavy tasks.N (Navigate Obstacles): Practice saying “I can’t take that on right now” at least once this week.E (Execute with Intention): Choose one relationship or initiative to move forward with care and intention.Next Step with Lisa: Your energy is your edge. Let’s create a leadership rhythm that supports your strengths and protects your focus.
• 3.
  You’re a Grounded Executor

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  Your Zone of Genius is in action. You thrive on systems, getting things done, and moving people from vision to results. But don’t forget to pause—your value doesn’t come just from doing.Ideal Careers: Operations Manager, Project Manager, Chief of Staff, Supply Chain Lead, Administrative Director, Technical Program Manager, Military Officer, Logistics Coordinator, Quality Control Analyst, Event Producer, Construction Foreman.Z.O.N.E. Method Micro Moves:Z (Zone of Genius): List the 3 tasks this week where your execution made the biggest impact.O (Optimize Time): Audit your calendar. What’s creating clutter? Remove or reschedule 1 thing.N (Navigate Obstacles): Set a time boundary for emails or status checks to avoid context switching.E (Execute with Intention): Define the 1 task this week that deserves your clearest execution and block time for it.Next Step with Lisa: You know how to get things done now let’s make sure it’s the right things. Book a Genius Strategy Session and start building sustainable execution using the Z.O.N.E. Method.
• 4.
  You’re a Creative Builder

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  You think with your hands, your eyes, your art. You innovate by doing, iterating, creating, and making something from nothing. Just beware of getting boxed into rigid systems—your genius needs room to build.Ideal Careers: Designer, Inventor, Architect, Engineer, Marketing Creative, Videographer, Product Designer, Artisan, Software Developer, Industrial Designer, Fashion Creator, Audio Engineer, Startup Maker.Z.O.N.E. Method Micro Moves:Z (Zone of Genius): Identify the 1 task this week that most energizes your creativity. Make more time for it.O (Optimize Time): Design your day around your creative peak time whether it’s morning, afternoon, or evening.N (Navigate Obstacles): Silence 1 recurring distraction (Slack, email, social) during your build sessions.E (Execute with Intention): Choose a passion project or creative sprint. Commit to 3 consistent work sessions.Next Step with Lisa: Your creativity drives results so don’t let the noise dilute it. Book your free Genius Session to rewire your week around focus, flow, and fulfillment using the Z.O.N.E. Method.