See there is 10 Things that require Zero Talent! 

My plan was to ask her to represent me or someone under her (since the books I’m reading say the best realtors are only hiring top talent to work under them).

Work you way from the things you are the worst at up until you are able to outsource everything but the activity that is the highest and best use of your time and talents.

But totally agree with your perspective about opening my search horizon to have more access to talent and services.

I'd start with handymen (we've run across a few that were way more talented and versatile than I realized) to knock out as much of the little stuff as I could (painting, tiling, light electrical and plumbing, cabinet/countertop replacement, knocking down and putting up walls, etc.). 

That's understandable but you might be limiting your talent pool.

Brokers are accustomed to working with inexperienced, but motivated talent and will teach you the basics of the home buying process.

Assess what you bring to the table and think more about how I can leverage others (money, people, talents) to accelerate your growth.  

Do you know a reliable General Contractor in the greater Kansas City area? RedT Homes, a residential development and rehabilitation company based in Denver, is in need of a General Contractor who will be able to grow ...

Although from reading your profile I can see you have one very important talent that I am yet to develop.