be not your average Joe

To be an above-average, exceptional, or distinguished person, especially a boy or man. A: "Hey, I'm not your average Joe—I have a great many accomplishments under my belt." B: "Sure, Uncle Ned." Stu's not your average Joe. He actually has the political clout to get things done, so you might want to try to work with him. I'm not your average Joe, so I have no interest in the watered down fare most movie studios churn out these days.