This week’s Wrap is all about how genius thinks and operates. Is genius inherent, or can it be developed? Everyone wants to know the trick, and as a result, the characteristics of these thought leaders have been subjected to countless hours of study. The compelling nature of ingenius personalities and the desire in each of us to be great fuels this intriguing pursuit. Sure we probably won’t ever help split an atom, but you can learn from genius to have a great impact in your field. Incorporate these tendencies and see if you can’t attain your own bit of greatness.
Walter Isaacson: 5 Traits of True Geniuses
Inc.
It may be a little ambitious to sum up genius in 5 neat little traits but it can’t be a bad place to
start. This article by famed biographer Walter Isaacson outlines a what he has observed over the course of a career in studying modernity’s most brilliant minds.
Presentation 101: The Brilliance of Speaking Simply
PR Meets Marketing
You don’t need lots of big words to sound smart. Albert Einstein said ‘if you can’t explain something simply, you don’t understand it well enough’. This isn’t to say everything can, or should be reduced to a sound bite, but the greatness of a message can easily be lost in trumped up verbosity. You’ve got to strike a happy medium. What tips might you add to the suggestions for speaking brilliance in this article?
How to become a business genius
Medium
Are you a business genius? Do you have what it takes to be a great entrepreneur? If not, don’t worry because there are a lot more successful entrepreneurs out there than there are geniuses. Whether you’re a natural or not, there is hope! Check out these tips and use them to make your core business competencies stronger.
What is your definition of genius? What brilliant ‘ah ha!’ moments have you had? What led you those insights? Although they say luck is the moment preparation meets opportunity, it seems like genius is often the outcome. Thanks for reading and as always, feel free to post your thoughts and comments below.
