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Feb 2025
8m 32s

What's Your Hidden Genius?

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The key to a fulfilling and successful life isn’t just about passion or hard work — it’s about understanding and harnessing your innate aptitudes. 📕 Your Hidden Genius by Betsy Wills and Alex Ellison 📱 Follow The Next Big Idea Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify 📩 Check out our Substack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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