How Others Can Help You See Your Genius… Even When You Can’t

If you’ve read The 9 Genius Principles article, we’re referencing Genius Principle #9 here: Others See Your Genius Before You Do.

Sometimes the hardest thing to recognize is your own genius. What comes naturally to you can feel so effortless that you may not even realize it’s a gift. We often overlook our greatest strengths because they don’t seem extraordinary to us. They’re just part of who we are.

However, the people around you, those who interact with you regularly, often see these strengths with crystal clarity long before you do. And the truth is, their perspective can be the key to unlocking your genius in ways you’ve never imagined.

For service-based business owners, this is a game-changer. When you tap into your genius and align it with your Human Design, you not only gain a deeper understanding of your gifts, but you also increase your income, stand out with less effort, and make a greater impact. Sometimes, it just takes a little help from others to see what’s already within you.

Your Blind Spots Around Your Genius

One of the biggest challenges in identifying your genius is that it often feels too easy. You might think, “If it’s so natural for me, it must be that way for everyone.” But that’s simply not true. What comes easily to you is a unique strength that others may find difficult or impossible. This is why others often recognize your genius before you do. They see the value in the things you take for granted.

Human Design can help you pinpoint these strengths, but combining it with the input of those who know you well can be an even more powerful way to understand your genius. When you ask trusted friends, clients, or colleagues what they see in you, they’ll often reflect back insights about your strengths that you’ve overlooked. These are the qualities that make you special, and once you’re aware of them, you can start to leverage them in your business for greater success.

How Human Design Reveals Your Genius

Human Design is a tool that shows you how you’re naturally wired to operate, and it highlights the gifts that make you stand out. By understanding your design, you get a clearer picture of your strengths, but because they come so naturally, you might still overlook them.

This is why asking others for their perspective is so important. They see you from the outside, and their feedback can validate what your Human Design already reveals: you have a unique genius that’s meant to be shared.

Here’s how each Human Design type can benefit from asking others what they see in you:

Manifestors: Your genius is in initiating new ideas and inspiring others to take action. You might not realize how powerful your ability to create change is until others point out the impact you’ve had on them. By asking those around you what they see in your leadership and boldness, you’ll gain valuable insight into how your natural ability to initiate can drive success in your business.

Generators: Your genius lies in following what lights you up and generating energy through your work. You may not always notice how infectious your energy is, but others do. Ask your clients or colleagues what they appreciate most about working with you, and you’ll likely hear about how your passion and dedication inspire them. This feedback will show you how your excitement and focus are key to your success.

Manifesting Generators: Your genius is in your ability to balance multiple passions and make things happen quickly. You might not realize how impressive this multi-talented ability is because it’s second nature to you. By asking others what they admire about how you work, you’ll gain perspective on how your ability to juggle different projects and interests is a superpower that makes you stand out.

Projectors: Your genius is in guiding others and offering unique insights. Because you’re naturally observant and attuned to helping others succeed, you might not recognize how valuable your wisdom is. By asking your clients or peers what they see in you, you’ll likely discover that they deeply value your ability to offer guidance that’s spot-on. This insight will help you own your role as a guide and mentor in your business.

Reflectors: Your genius is in reflecting the energy of your environment and offering clarity to others. You might not see how valuable this ability is because you’re simply being yourself. By asking those around you how they’ve benefited from your presence or insights, you’ll likely learn how much clarity and perspective you bring to situations. This feedback will help you understand the powerful role you play in helping others find alignment.

Why Feedback from Others is Invaluable

When you ask people what they see in you, you’re opening the door to a perspective that can illuminate strengths you’ve overlooked or underestimated. This feedback isn’t about fishing for compliments. It’s about discovering the blind spots in your genius and gaining the confidence to lean into what makes you unique.

The people around you — coaches, clients, colleagues, friends, etc. — often have a front-row seat to your genius in action, and their reflections can help you see what’s been hidden in plain sight.

Once you have this feedback, you can combine it with the insights from your Human Design to fully step into your genius. This not only helps you understand your strengths on a deeper level, but it also allows you to position yourself more effectively in your business.

When you fully own what makes you unique, you naturally stand out in your industry, attract the right clients, and increase your income with less effort.

How to Leverage the Genius Others See in You

After gathering feedback from trusted sources, the next step is to integrate those insights into your business. Start by noticing any patterns or recurring themes in what people tell you. Do they mention your ability to inspire, your problem-solving skills, or your capacity to guide others with clarity? These themes are clues to your genius and strengths that you can lean into more fully in your business.

Once you’ve identified these strengths, think about how you can highlight them in the way you position yourself, your services, and your marketing.

For example:

If others consistently tell you that your guidance is invaluable, consider positioning yourself as an expert or mentor who offers transformational insights.

If people point out your ability to juggle multiple projects effortlessly, embrace that multi-talented aspect of your business and offer a range of services that showcase your skills.

If clients rave about your energy and enthusiasm, make that energy a key selling point in your offerings, emphasizing how your passion drives results.

By using the feedback others give you, combined with the clarity from your Human Design, you’ll be able to present your business in a way that truly reflects your genius, helping you stand out effortlessly.

Unlock Your Genius with the Help of Others

Sometimes the people around you can see your genius more clearly than you can. By asking for feedback and combining it with the insights from your Human Design, you can gain a deeper understanding of your strengths and gifts.

This is why it's invaluable to work with a Human Design professional who focuses on service-based business owners, someone who can help guide you on connecting the dots and shortcut the process to seeing your own genius.

Your newfound clarity will help you stand out, increase your impact, and grow your income, all while working with less effort.

Remember, your genius is often hiding in plain sight, and the people closest to you can help you see it more clearly.

Don’t be afraid to seek guidance to gain perspective. It may just unlock the key to your next level of success. Embrace the strengths that others see in you, and use that knowledge to create a business that reflects your true genius.