Insight & Inspiration for Aligned Living and Leadership

From strengths-based strategies to Human Design insights, explore practical tools and fresh perspectives to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and joy.

Welcome to The Genius Edge Blog—a space for self-aware, purpose-driven professionals to reconnect with what really matters.

Here, you’ll find articles that blend practical tools, personal stories, and transformational insights from the worlds of coaching, Human Design, GeniusReport™, and beyond. Whether you’re navigating leadership challenges or seeking more joy and ease in your day-to-day, you’re in the right place.

Why I’m Proud of My Son for Quitting
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Why I’m Proud of My Son for Quitting

When my son decided to quit his club volleyball team—with months left in the season and thousands already invested—I was triggered. What would people think? Was he giving up too easily? But through reflection and coaching, I realized he wasn’t quitting—he was choosing alignment over obligation. This experience challenged my old beliefs about grit, commitment, and what it really means to grow.

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Meet April: A Coach for the Heart-Driven, Soul-Curious, and Strengths-Seeking
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Meet April: A Coach for the Heart-Driven, Soul-Curious, and Strengths-Seeking

Meet April: A Coach for the Heart-Driven, Soul-Curious, and Strengths-Seeking

Hi there—I’m April Simpson, and I’m so glad you’re here.

Whether you found your way here from LinkedIn, a friend's recommendation, or one of those late-night soul-searching scrolls, welcome. You’ve landed in a space that’s all about growth, clarity, and transformation—the kind that’s real, grounded, and aligned with who you truly are.

But before we go any further, let me introduce myself.

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Stop Fixing Your Weaknesses—Here’s What to Focus on Instead
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Stop Fixing Your Weaknesses—Here’s What to Focus on Instead

“Good” Means Something Different to Everyone: Why That Matters at Work and at Home

Ever thought you were on the same page with someone—
Only to realize you were in totally different books?

It happens in coaching.
In marriage.
In parenting.
In friendships.
And especially in leadership.

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