The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni
The Working Genius podcast helps people identify their natural gifts and find joy and fulfillment in their work and life. Leadership and teamwork expert Patrick Lencioni and his team explore the Working Genius model and provide practical advice for applying this framework individually, at jobs, and in homes. The podcast answers questions about what type of work makes you thrive, how to avoid burnout, and how teams and families can better tap into one another's gifts.
Episodes
116. 5 Tips for Managers
How much trust could be built if managers were honest about their own working frustrations?In episode 116 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson share five practical tips for managers who want to use Working Genius with their employees in a meaningful way. They explain why managers should begin by listening, helping employees process their own results, and creating a saf
115. Work Allergies
What kind of work are you trying to master even though it consistently drains you?In episode 115 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody explore why people should not try to become great at their Working Frustrations. They explain how spending too much time in draining work can create a “work allergy,” making people resistant even to small, necessary doses of that work later on. The conversati
114. C X O
What would change if your team focused more on talents than job descriptions?In episode 114 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson explore why leadership roles cannot be reduced to generic titles or one-size-fits-all job descriptions. They explain how Working Genius helps leaders understand their own wiring, build around their gaps, and stop assuming that every CEO, COO,
113. Ask For Help
Why is it so hard for you to ask for help with the things that frustrate you?In episode 113 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson unpack why asking for help is one of the most practical and freeing applications of Working Genius. They explain how people often assume the work they hate must be miserable for everyone else, when in reality it may be exactly the kind of wor
112. Working Genius Is FUN
Why do traditional “fun at work” solutions often fall short?In episode 112 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni, Cody Thompson, and Matthew Lencioni discuss the idea of fun at work, arguing that real enjoyment comes from operating within your Working Genius rather than relying on perks or surface-level incentives. Pat and Cody explore how different people experience the same activity in
111. Working Genius and Blind Spots
How is a lack of self-awareness quietly limiting your effectiveness?Blind spots aren’t just personal quirks; they’re often the root of frustration, conflict, and stalled growth. In episode 111 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni, Cody Thompson, and Matthew Lencioni explore how the Working Genius framework can expose what you can’t see about yourself. By increasing self-awareness and in
110. In the Grip
What does your Working Genius look like when you're under stress, and would you even recognize it in yourself?In episode 110 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat Lencioni, Cody Thompson, and Matt Lencioni explore what happens to each of the six Working Genius types when they're under stress, a state they call being "in the grip." Walking through Wonder, Invention, Discernment, Galvanizing, Enablemen
109. Your Company’s Genius featuring Matthew Lencioni
How can you tell which Working Genius pairing defines the company where you work?In episode 109 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson explore whether organizations have a dominant Working Genius pairing just like individuals do. Joined by Matthew Lencioni, they test the idea against well known brands and unpack how culture, customer experience, and leadership all point
108. Feedback vs. Criticism
Why do people often react defensively when receiving criticism?In episode 108 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson examine the crucial difference between criticism and constructive feedback. They explain how understanding someone’s Working Genius helps leaders frame feedback to acknowledge strengths while encouraging adjustments when necessary. By leading with apprecia
107. Distance Between Geniuses
How does the distance between your strengths affect your stress at work?In episode 107 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson take a deeper look at what happens when your working geniuses are far apart. While every genius pairing brings value, certain combinations create unique stress that can leave people feeling misunderstood or frustrated.Topics explored in this episo
106. No Shame in That
What would change if you stopped trying to fix what isn’t broken?In episode 106 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson unpack how shame often forms around working frustrations that were never meant to define a person’s value or capability. They explain how misunderstanding your wiring can lead to burnout, striving, and the belief that something is wrong with you. By refr
105. Enablement and Customer Service
How can pairing geniuses enhance the customer service experience?In episode 105 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody dive deep into the world of customer service roles and enablement. They explore how unique combinations of working geniuses, such as enablement paired with discernment or tenacity, can enhance customer interactions and improve service outcomes. By aligning strengths with job
104. New Year's Evolution
How can you use the Working Genius framework to reframe your traditional New Year’s resolutions so that they don’t lead to frustration or shame?In episode 104 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson introduce the idea of a “New Year’s evolution” instead of a New Year’s resolution. They explain why resolutions built on shame and weakness tend to fail and how understanding
103. Working Genius vs. the Ideal Team Player
Are Working Genius pairings linked with Ideal Team Player virtues? In episode 103 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody explore why Working Genius types cannot and should not be used to predict the three Ideal Team Player virtues (humble, hungry, and smart). They walk through tempting—but ultimately inaccurate—assumptions people often make when connecting specific geniuses to humility, hunge
102. Working Genius and Emotional Intelligence
Is there a correlation between a person’s Working Genius (WG) pairings and their emotional intelligence (EQ)? Also, how can you use your Working Genius results to strengthen your emotional intelligence?In episode 102 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody explore how Working Genius and emotional intelligence intersect, and where they don’t. They explain that while no Working Genius type predi
101. Silver Linings After Layoffs
How might a layoff create space for you to pursue work that energizes you rather than drains you?In episode 101 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody explore why layoffs—while often painful—can become pivotal moments of clarity and reinvention. They also explain how the Working Genius framework provides a roadmap for choosing future roles that offer joy, energy, and long-term career sustaina
100. Square Peg Round Hole
What happens when we misunderstand or mistype someone’s Working Genius? Also, what changes when we finally understand the true genius behind someone’s behavior?In episode 100 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody explore why an incorrectly identified Working Genius can create frustration, friction, and confusion among teammates. They also dive into factors that often lead to mistyping, and h
99. The ID Pairing with Claire Laughlin
How does being an Inventor-Discerner shape your leadership style when guiding a team?In episode 99 of the Working Genius Podcast, In this episode, Pat Lencioni and Cody Thompson welcome master facilitator Claire Laughlin to unpack the unique strengths and quirks of the Inventor-Discerner (ID) pairing. Together, they explore how people with this Working Genius pairing constantly generate, refine, a
98. Honoring Working Frustrations
How can you genuinely honor someone's working frustrations, beyond just being aware of them?In episode 98 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick and Cody explore the idea of honoring working frustrations—the tasks that drain energy, even when you’re good at them. Using team member Tracy Noble as a case study, they discuss how competence without joy leads to burnout and how leaders can reorganize w
97. The Impact of Your Environment
How does your work or home environment shape the way you see your Working Genius?Episode 97 of the Working Genius Podcast explores how environment and culture can dramatically influence how people view their own talents. Patrick Lencioni, Cody Thompson, and Matt Lencioni share personal stories and client examples where individuals misunderstood their results because of the strong pull of their sur
96. The Key to Confidence
How can understanding your strengths and weaknesses through the Working Genius model lead to true confidence?Confidence isn’t about pretending to be great at everything—it’s about knowing and accepting the truth about yourself. In episode 96 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick and Cody explain how the Working Genius framework provides a foundation for authentic confidence rooted in both strengt
95. Beyond the Coffee Cups
What creative analogies can you use to help understand your joy and frustration at work?In episode 95 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick and Cody revisit one of their earliest metaphors for the Six Types of Working Genius model: the coffee cup analogy. They explore how it explains joy, competency, and frustration in work—and why new analogies like batteries, bikes, and even shoes can add nuanc
94. The Decision Line with Krista Kotrla
How can the Working Genius model prevent decision-making confusion?In episode 94 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat, Cody, and guest Krista Kotrla unpack the concept of “crossing the decision line,” exploring how leaders can move from healthy conflict to clear commitments, avoiding the trap of endless discernment and re-decision. Through practical tools like end-of-meeting discipline, clarity over
93. Galvanizing is the Most Disruptive Genius
What makes galvanizing more disruptive than other Working Geniuses?In episode 93 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody explore why galvanizing is the most disruptive of all the Working Geniuses. They unpack the nature of galvanizing as the only Genius that necessarily involves moving others, making it uniquely powerful—and often misunderstood. Through stories and reflection, they highlight t
92. Easy For You to Say
Are you unintentionally discouraging others by calling something “easy”?In episode 92 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody explore the pitfalls of assuming that what’s easy and fun for you will be the same for others. They explore how working within your genius can make tasks feel effortless and how this can mislead us when advising or leading others. This episode is a reminder to value you
91. It's an E Thing
What makes the Genius of Enablement (“E”) such a crucial part of team implementation?Episode 91 of the Working Genius Podcast dives into the Enablement Genius with guest Tracy Noble, Chief Development Officer at The Table Group. Pat, Cody, and Tracy explore the subtle power of Enablement—how it brings relational glue to implementation and drives team cohesion. They also unpack the differences betw
90. Uppercase vs. Lowercase Genius
How can recognizing the “lowercase” application of your Working Genius improve your contributions to projects and increase your job fulfillment?In episode 90 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson explore the distinction between “uppercase” and “lowercase” expressions of the six Working Geniuses. Joined by Matt Lencioni, they unpack how to apply your genius even when it'
89. Understanding vs. Judging: Averting the Fundamental Attribution Error
How often do you assume someone’s behavior is a flaw in their character instead of a feature of their genius?In episode 89 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson unpack the “Fundamental Attribution Error” and how it damages relationships at work and at home. They explain how people often misjudge each other’s actions as flaws rather than features of their unique Working
88. MBTI Is the Noun, Working Genius Is the Verb
How can your understanding of Myers-Briggs add to your Working Genius? In episode 88 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody dive into the relationship between Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Six Types of Working Genius. They explore how MBTI describes who you are (the noun), while Working Genius describes what you do best (the verb). Through examples and insights, they show ho
87. “Quit Your Job” and Start Living Your Genius
How can understanding and embracing your Working Genius help you redefine your concept of “work” and “retirement”?In episode 87 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson take on the increasingly common desire to quit work or retire early, questioning whether it's truly the job people want to escape—or the lack of fulfillment in how they work. Pat and Cody also explore how W
86. Preemptive Vulnerability: Turning Your Quirks into Connection
What does “preemptive vulnerability” mean, why is it essential in leadership, and how can it build trust within a team?In episode 86 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick and Cody explore the concept of "preemptive vulnerability"—the practice of leading with humility before you're forced to. They reflect on how leaders can build deeper trust and connection by proactively admitting weaknesses, ask
85. Don’t Fake It Till You Make It: Why Honesty Beats Pretending
Why is it dangerous to "fake it till you make it" when it comes to your Working Genius?In episode 85 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody explore the pitfalls of "faking it till you make it," particularly in the context of the six Working Geniuses. They discuss how pretending to possess certain geniuses—especially Galvanizing, Enabling, and Tenacity—can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction,
84. Humility is the Booster
How does humility enhance the application of your Working Geniuses in both personal and professional settings?Humility is the secret ingredient that elevates teamwork, leadership, and productivity. In this episode, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson explore how humility acts as a booster within the Working Genius framework. They also discuss why embracing humility allows you to work more effective
Fall 2024 Announcement
We're taking a break from uploading new episodes this fall, but we're looking forward to a return in 2025. Thank you to all of our listeners! To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/Check out the 5 Dysfunctions of a Team Assessment: https://tinyurl.com/ttgteamassessmentTo become a Working Genius Certified Facilitator: https://www.workingge
83. The Discernment Dilemma
What makes Discernment unique, and why is it often so difficult to accurately place within our results? This week, Pat, Cody and Beau discuss the perceived implications behind having - or not having - Discernment as a Working Genius. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
82. Off the Clock
At work, we can't always use our Geniuses as much as we'd like. This week, Pat, Cody, Beau and Matt discuss how we can find ways to exercise our Geniuses while we're off the clock. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast Working Genius Store: https://www.workinggenius.com/store
81. What's Your Third?
What is your third letter? This week, the team discusses the impact that your first Working Competency has on the way you use your Geniuses. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast Working Genius Store: https://www.workinggenius.com/store
80. Questions that Activate Each Genius
What is the best way to tap into each Genius? This week, the team goes over the questions we can ask and the high-impact phrases we can use to successfully engage and activate each Working Genius type. Collaborating with Each Genius Handout: https://tinyurl.com/wgcollaborationresource Working Genius Certification Program: https://workinggenius.me/certpodcast23 To listen to the At the Table
July Rerun: All the Pairings... Finally
Episode originally aired March 4th, 2022. Buckle up! This week, the Working Genius team reveals all of the pairings in our longest episode yet.
July Rerun: Make Your Conversations More Productive
This week's rerun originally aired on January 21, 2022 We've talked about the altitude of each Genius, the 3 stages of work, regulating your Genius, and the Genius of meetings. What do you get when you roll all of these concepts together? A new Working Genius framework that applies to any conversation at work.
79. Working Genius Atrophy
If you aren't regularly utilizing your Working Geniuses, you won't be able to take full advantage of your strengths. This week, Pat and the team discuss atrophy as it relates to the Working Genius model. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
78. Team Map Magic
It's a productivity tool, not just a personality assessment. This week, Pat and the team dissect a team map and describe how it can be used to make any team more effective. To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ WG Certification Program: https://www.workinggenius.com/client/certification/ Team Application Guide: https://www.workinggenius.com/tea
77. Working Genius for Students
Young people and students are no strangers to feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, and anxious. This week, Pat and the team speak directly to students, parents, teachers and administrators about how the Working Genius model - and the new version of the assessment - can be utilized to set up students for success. Working Genius for Students Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/students T
76. The Things We Say
Three years of using the Working Genius model to explain, analyze, and even anticipate behavior has led us to some interesting observations. This week, Pat, Cody and Beau discuss the words and phrases that each Genius - and each Genius pairing - often says. Staffing Industry Webinar - Tuesday, May 21: https://www.workinggenius.com/webinars To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/
75. More Disruptive Than We Thought
What additional insights can you gather from being a W, D, or E vs. an I, G, or T? This week, Pat, Cody, Tracy and Beau discuss just how impactful it is to consider the responsive and/or disruptive nature of your Working Geniuses. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast Related Episode: https://www.workinggenius.com/wg-podcast-post/3-are-you-a-disruptor-or-a-re
74. Prophet in Your Own Backyard
Nobody wants to have to advocate for or defend the legitimacy and value of their own Geniuses. This week, Pat and the team discuss some things that certain Geniuses are crushed by, and how we can help each other avoid them. To register for Working Genius Industry Webinars: https://tinyurl.com/IndustryWebinars Working Genius for Students Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/students R
73. Team-Based Staffing
When hiring a new employee, it's important to make sure the candidate is a culture fit and that they have the necessary skills and experience for the role. However, these aren't the only things we need to consider. This week, Pat and the team discuss the idea of hiring to fill gaps on a team. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast To take the Six Types of Work
72. Partnerships and Dirty Work
In a marriage, a project team, or any other sort of partnership that consists of only two people, someone is going to be taking on dirty work. This week, Pat and the team discuss the necessity of awareness and gratitude in every partnership. WGP Episode 38 What Each Genius Craves: https://tinyurl.com/WhatEachGeniusCraves Working Genius Podcast Webpage: https://www.workinggenius.com/podcast
71. Nail Your Next Job Interview
Use the Working Genius model to nail your next job interview and land the job you really want. This week, Pat, Cody, Tracy and Beau discuss authentic interviewing and the idea of being rejected for the right reasons. Related Episodes: Best Job Worst Job: https://www.workinggenius.com/wg-podcast-post/45-best-job-worst-job You Deserve the Right Job: https://www.workinggenius.com/wg-podcast-pos
70. Genius in a Box
The Working Genius model should never limit someone within a role. This week, Pat is joined by Cody, Tracy and Laura as they discuss the idea of being put in a box as a result of your Geniuses. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
69. Substitute Galvanizing
What can you do if nobody on your team has a certain disruptive Genius? This week, the team discusses the difference between behavioral and structural Galvanizing. The 49ers may have lost, but you can still use code TEAM25 until Wednesday, Feb 14 at midnight PT to earn 25% off all assessment purchases! Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ 5 Dysfunctions of a Team Assessme
68. Grumpiness
On a large scale, working in your frustrations can lead to dissatisfaction and burnout. But how does it affect us in the moment? This week, Pat and the team discuss how the way we get work done can make us grumpy, and what that means for the way we approach tasks. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
67. Too Much of a Good Thing
Is there such a thing as spending too much time in your sweet spot? This week, as promised, Pat and the team debate the merits of hypothetically doing all of your work within your areas of Genius. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
66. The Results Are In
The results are in! This week, the team provides some new data from the Working Genius Assessment, and looks back on how the Six Types of Working Genius has grown since the beginning of 2023. New WG results data: click to download To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To become a Working Genius Certified Facilitator: https://workinggenius.me/cer
65. The Mystery of Tenacity
It's close to the ground, it's disruptive, and it's the last of the Six Types. This week, the podcast team brings in some help as we finally explore the Genius of Tenacity. To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
64. The Depth of Galvanizing
This week, the team talks about the Genius of Galvanizing, and the depth associated with it that we might not always recognize. We'll finally land the plane on our next episode, where we will discuss the Genius of Tenacity. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To become a Cer
63. Your First Hire
Every entrepreneur, leader and manager needs to be intentional about who they bring on to their team. This week, Pat, Tracy, Cody and Beau discuss the reasons for prioritizing Working Genius as the search criteria. Use code PRECHRISTMAS for 20% off Working Genius licenses! Discount expires Nov 23. Visit https://www.workinggenius.com/ Listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/attheta
62. Mercy and Forgiveness
Yes, the Working Genius assessment is a productivity tool, and it serves to reduce guilt and judgment among individuals and teams. This week, Pat, Beau and Tracy go even deeper, and discuss how the Working Genius model relates to mercy and forgiveness. Use code PRECHRISTMAS for 20% off Working Genius licenses! Discount expires Nov 23. Visit https://www.workinggenius.com/ Unfrustrate your
61. Advertise Your Frustrations
Yes, it's important to know what your Working Frustrations are, but how well have you communicated them with your team? This week, Pat and the team talk about the importance of advertising your Frustrations and how it not only builds trust, but can make your job easier. Our new Working Genius Podcast page is live! Search for episodes, view show notes and more at https://www.workinggenius.com
60. Your Leader's Genius
There is one person on every team whose Geniuses have a particularly large impact. This week, Pat and the team discuss the potential affects that a leader's Geniuses have on team dynamics, and reinforce the idea that the best leader is a self-aware one. To become a Certified Working Genius Facilitator: https://workinggenius.me/certpodcast23 To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com
59. Working Genius Scramble
If a project has moved past your Geniuses or hasn't reached them yet, how can you productively contribute? This week, Pat and the team explain how each Genius can still be an asset to a team in every stage of the process of work. Become a Working Genius Certified Facilitator: https://workinggenius.me/certpodcast23 Take the Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ Check ou
58. Who's on First?
What's the difference between a DT and a TD? Well... not much. This week, Pat and the team discuss the potential impact that the order of our Working Geniuses has on the way we work. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To become a Working Genius Certified Facilitator: worki
57. Teaching to Your Genius
Not all teachers are alike. This week, Pat and the team discuss how different Genius pairings might approach the task of teaching others. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To become a Working Genius Certified Facilitator: https://www.workinggenius.com/client/certification/
56. The Genius of Patience
Don't just do something, stand there. This week, Pat, Cody, Beau and Tracy discuss the importance of patience as it relates to how we use our Geniuses. Six Types of Working Genius Book Discussion Guide: https://tinyurl.com/BookDiscussionGuide Working Genius Team Application Guide: https://www.workinggenius.com/teamapplicationguide Become a Working Genius Certified Facilitator: https://ww
55. Activity Dissection
If only there was a way to analyze different types of people in a consistent, contained, high-pressure environment where they have to work through problems as a team. This week, Pat, Cody and Beau explore what each Genius type brings to an escape room. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.working
54. Introverts, Extraverts and the Working Genius
What connections can be drawn between the Working Genius and the MBTI? This week, the team talks about introversion and extraversion, and how they interact with our Working Genius results. To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
53. The Wonder of Wonder
Which of the Six Types is the least common, but perhaps the most commonly misunderstood? This week, the whole Working Genius team does a deep dive into the Genius of Wonder. To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
52. Jobs, Careers and Hiring Q&A
How do I use the Working Genius model to find a job or make a good hire? This week on the podcast, Pat, Beau, Julie and Matt answer more of your questions about jobs, careers and hiring. To access 'Reviewing Your Results' PDF: tinyurl.com/reviewingyourresults To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
51. Upstream vs Downstream
There's a clear difference between W, I, D and G, E, T. This week, Pat, Cody, Tracy and Beau discuss a new way to look at the Working Genius model.
50. Working With IDs
Pat's Working Geniuses are Invention and Discernment, so he is otherwise known as a Discriminating Ideator. This week, Beau and Tracy share with him what it's like to work with an ID and discuss the nuances of the pairing.
49. In Case of Emergency
How do our Geniuses come out when we are under stress? This week, the team revisits the importance of regulating our Geniuses, but this time on a personal level. To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast See Pat 'At the Whiteboard' for a free live virtual event! Info and registra
48. The Genius of Self-Awareness
What is the best Working Genius type? This week, the team talks about self-awareness and humility. See Pat 'At the Whiteboard' for a free live virtual event! Info and registration: https://www.workinggenius.com/jobscareersandhiringreg To request a Working Genius workshop: https://www.workinggenius.com/workshop New! Working Genius Team Application Guide: https://www.workinggenius.com
47. Demystifying Invention
The Genius of Invention is not nearly as complicated as the Genius that precedes it, but it can still be difficult to fully understand. This week, Pat and Beau are our two Inventors in studio, and they're joined by Cody and Tracy to dive deeper into the second of the Six Types. To order Pat’s newest book: tinyurl.com/workinggeniusbook To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: http
46. Don't Master Your Frustrations
Don't master your frustrations. This week, the team talks about the trap of spending time outside of your Geniuses, and why simply becoming proficient in something you don't enjoy can be detrimental long term. To order Pat’s newest book: tinyurl.com/workinggeniusbook To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To listen to the At the Table Podcast: t
45. Best Job Worst Job
What types of roles might be well-suited for each Genius pairing? This week, the team talks about what they would do if they had to take a different job. To order Pat’s newest book: tinyurl.com/workinggeniusbook To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/atthetablepodcast
44. You Deserve the Right Job
You deserve the right job. This week, Pat, Beau and Tracy discuss why taking the wrong job is almost always a recipe for disaster and how important it is to find a role that suits your gifts. To order Pat’s newest book: tinyurl.com/workinggeniusbook To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/ To listen to the At the Table Podcast: tinyurl.com/attheta
43. Guilt Around our Frustrations
How can we stop ourselves from feeling bad about the things we aren't naturally gifted at? This week, Pat, Beau and Matt discuss the different types of guilt that are associated with each Working Frustration, and why this guilt is unnecessary. Start with yourself handout https://www.workinggenius.com/resources#additional-resources To order Pat’s newest book: tinyurl.com/workinggeniusbook
42. The Limits of Working Genius
Everyone has Working Geniuses, Competencies and Frustrations, but these are not the only measures that describe us as people. This week, Pat, Cody and Beau discuss the dangers of overprescribing our Working Genius results, and why it's important to always consider a variety of factors when analyzing our tendencies and preferences. To become a Working Genius Certified Facilitator: https://www.
41. Old Year New Year
Since this is the last episode of the year, Pat, Cody, Tracy and Beau reflect on how far the Six Types of Working Genius has come in 2022. Then, the team discusses a way to audit our roles through the lens of the Working Genius model as we enter 2023. To order Pat’s newest book: tinyurl.com/workinggeniusbook To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https://www.workinggenius.com/
40. Responsive vs. Disruptive Leadership
The best type of leader is always a self-aware one, however that doesn't mean certain Working Geniuses aren't sometimes better suited for specific organizations, roles, or situations. This week, Pat, Cody and Tracy discuss the difference between responsive and disruptive leaders. To order Pat’s newest book: tinyurl.com/workinggeniusbook To take the Six Types of Working Genius Assessment: https:
