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Why do so many successful leaders struggle with the feeling of "not being enough"? And how can leaders shift away from a scarcity mindset?In episode 243 of At The Table, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson explore the pervasive feeling of inadequacy among leaders. They discuss how a "not enough" mindset can drive individuals to seek validation through constant achievement. The conversation emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, self-awareness, and shifting from a fear-based to a joy-based approach to life and work.Topics explored in this episode: (0:49) The Prevalence of "I'm Not Enough"* Many leaders share a common feeling of inadequacy, often tracing it back to their youth. * This feeling can create a cycle of constantly striving to prove yourself, hindering your ability to find satisfaction in accomplishments. (5:04) The Impact of Vulnerability* Sharing your feelings of inadequacy with others can normalize these experiences, encouraging them to acknowledge their own struggles and seek support. (9:07) The Scarcity Mindset* Believing "I'm not enough" can lead to a scarcity mindset, affecting your perceptions of time, success, and resources. (14:23) The Illusion of Control* The pursuit of control over outcomes can lead to anxiety and prevent you from embracing the present moment. (18:36) Finding Peace in the Journey* Reframing your perspective can help you foster a sense of peace. * Embracing the journey and finding joy in the process can lead to greater fulfillment than solely focusing on the result.This episode of At The Table with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. At The Table is a podcast that lives at the connection between work life, leadership, organizational health, and culture. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4hJKKSL), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4l1aop0), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/At-The-Table-YouTube). Follow Pat Lencioni on https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth and http://www.youtube.com/@PatrickLencioniOfficial. Connect with Cody Thompson https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-thompson-a5918850. Be sure to check out our other podcast, The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni, on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4iNz6Yn), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4iGGm8u), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/Working-Genius-YouTube). Let us know your feedback via podcast@tablegroup.com. This episode was produced by Story On Media:
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 Working Genius can offer clarity and help people rediscover joy and meaning in their work. Topics explored in this episode: (00:00) Rethinking the Desire to Quit* How many people want to quit their jobs or retire early, yet the issue often isn't the job itself but a misalignment with a person's genius.(03:15) What Retirement Is Really About* Unpacking cultural assumptions about retirement and how it often becomes a symbol of freedom.* Pat warns that early retirement can be a form of escapism that leads to purposelessness.(06:24) The Role of Working Genius in Fulfillment* Working Genius can help you diagnose dissatisfaction at work.* Cody encourages people to use their genius as a compass, not a constraint.(09:54) The Gift of Work* The hosts reflect on how work is meant to be a gift, not a punishment.* Leaders are encouraged to help others find purpose in their work by matching genius to roles.(13:14) The Real Cost of Quitting* Quitting or retiring too early can rob people of meaningful impact.This episode of The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. The Six Types of Working Genius model helps you discover your natural gifts and thrive in your work and life. When you're able to better understand the types of work that bring you more energy and fulfillment and avoid work that leads to frustration and failure, you can be more self-aware, more productive, and more successful. The Six Types of Working Genius assessment is the fastest and simplest way to discover your natural gifts and thrive at work: https://www.workinggenius.com/about/assessment Subscribe to The Working Genius Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4iNz6Yn), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4iGGm8u), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/Working-Genius-YouTube). Follow Pat Lencioni on https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth and http://www.youtube.com/@PatrickLencioniOfficial. Connect with Cody Thompson https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-thompson-a5918850. Be sure to check out our other podcast, At The Table with Patrick Lencioni, on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4hJKKSL), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4l1aop0), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/At-The-Table-YouTube). Let us know your feedback via podcast@tablegroup.com. This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co.
How do we as business leaders not be discouraged by hard times and instead see the good that can result from them? In episode 242 of At The Table, Patrick Lencioni welcomes legendary financial expert and leadership voice Dave Ramsey for an unfiltered conversation about hard times. As Pat mentions in the intro, this is not your average interview. They discuss the current economic and cultural moment, explore the importance of values-based leadership, and call out the failures of transactional mindsets. This episode challenges leaders to hold the line on integrity, even—and especially—when things get tough.Topics explored in this episode: (2:46) The Ubiquity of Adversity* Leaders should expect to face new forms of adversity as they grow their business. * Adversity can distort one's perception, making challenges seem more overwhelming than they are. (8:24) The Genesis of a Calling* How Dave's bankruptcy led him to discover his calling in helping others manage their finances. * Helping others through hardship can transform personal struggles into a meaningful career. (17:24) Developing Resilience* How previous challenges can build resilience and provide perspective on current difficulties. * Leaders must work through challenges rather than avoid them. (22:50) Navigating the Stages of Business* Dave outlines the five stages of business growth: treadmill, pathfinder, trailblazer, peak performer, and legacy. * Each stage presents unique challenges and requires different strategies for success and progression. (31:09) Continuous Learning* Effective leaders are lifelong learners who integrate insights from various sources and generously credit others.Thanks to Dave Ramsey for being on the show! Learn more about Dave and his company Ramsey Solutions: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ Follow Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramsey-dave/ Get Dave's books mentioned in this episode: * Build a Business You Love: Mastering the Five Stages of Business: https://store.ramseysolutions.com/business-and-career/books/build-a-business-you-love-by-dave-ramsey/ * EntreLeadership: 20 Years of Practical Business Wisdom from the Trenches: https://store.ramseysolutions.com/business-and-career/books/entreleadership/ This episode of At The Table with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. At The Table is a podcast that lives at the connection between work life, leadership, organizational health, and culture. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4hJKKSL), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4l1aop0), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/At-The-Table-YouTube). Follow Pat...
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, asking for help, and owning mistakes. With real-life examples and signature humor, they unpack how this small but courageous step can change everything for teams.Topics explored in this episode: (00:36) Why Vulnerability Matters More Than Ever* How some leaders wait for a fall from grace before showing humility.* Vulnerability, when modeled early, builds lasting trust and safety.(06:33) The Power of Going First* Why we appreciate leaders who admit flaws before they're exposed.(13:12) The Psychology Behind Vulnerability in Leadership* Pat compares preemptive vulnerability to a “hack” that bypasses defensiveness.* Leaders who go first create a ripple effect across their teams.(20:14) Real-World Examples * Pat and Cody talk about CEOs who earned loyalty by owning their shortcomings early.(27:30) What You Can Do Today* Simple starting points for practicing preemptive vulnerability.This episode of The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. The Six Types of Working Genius model helps you discover your natural gifts and thrive in your work and life. When you're able to better understand the types of work that bring you more energy and fulfillment and avoid work that leads to frustration and failure, you can be more self-aware, more productive, and more successful. The Six Types of Working Genius assessment is the fastest and simplest way to discover your natural gifts and thrive at work: https://www.workinggenius.com/about/assessment Subscribe to The Working Genius Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4iNz6Yn), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4iGGm8u), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/Working-Genius-YouTube). Follow Pat Lencioni on https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth and http://www.youtube.com/@PatrickLencioniOfficial. Connect with Cody Thompson https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-thompson-a5918850. Be sure to check out our other podcast, At The Table with Patrick Lencioni, on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4hJKKSL), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4l1aop0), and YouTube (
What happens when the external validation of your success conflicts with your internal values and purpose? In episode 241 of At The Table, Pat Lencioni and Cody Thompson explore the hidden dangers of traditional success metrics. They also discuss how businesses and individuals can lose their way when they chase recognition that doesn't align with their original purpose.Topics explored in this episode: (0:40) The Michelin Star Story* How a small restaurant in Italy gave up its Michelin star to stay true to its identity.(4:51) Aligning Success With Intentions* Why companies lose their way when they follow external expectations.* The importance of anchoring decisions to the question: "Why do we exist?"(8:46) Success and Personal Growth* Arthur Brooks' wisdom about valuing the process over outcomes.* How personal definitions of success change over time, especially in creative fields.(13:02) The Cost of Chasing the Wrong Goals* How woundedness can drive people to seek approval through achievements.* Reflections on athletes and leaders who chose integrity over external trophies.* Why true success means being proud of who you're becoming, not just what you achieve.(17:53) Staying Grounded Amid Temptation* Lessons from early Table Group decisions to resist the IPO craze.* The ultimate call to stick to your "why" for lasting fulfillment.Books mentioned in this episode: * Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara.* The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else In Business by Patrick Lencioni.* From Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks.This episode of At The Table with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. At The Table is a podcast that lives at the connection between work life, leadership, organizational health, and culture. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4hJKKSL), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4l1aop0), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/At-The-Table-YouTube). Follow Pat Lencioni on https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth and http://www.youtube.com/@PatrickLencioniOfficial. Connect with Cody Thompson https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-thompson-a5918850. Be sure to check out our other podcast, The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni, on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4iNz6Yn), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4iGGm8u), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/Working-Genius-YouTube). Let us know your feedback via
Patrick Lencioni is co-founder and President of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 8 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of the Table Group, Pat spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health and consulting with executives and their teams. Prior to founding the firm in 1997, Pat worked at Bain & Company, Oracle Corporation and Sybase. On this classic episode, his second appearance on the Elevate Podcast, Patrick returned to the show to discuss the role company leaders should play in sociopolitical issues, how to set proper expectations with employees and customers about where a company stands on social issues, and why leaning on values is as crucial as ever in leadership today. Special Thanks to the Sponsors of the Elevate Podcast Shopify: Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/elevate Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/elevate. NPM Tech Unheard Podcast: Tune into Tech Unheard from Arm and NPM—wherever you get your podcasts. Northwest Registered Agent: Don't wait—protect your privacy, build your brand, and set up your business in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://northwestregisteredagent.com/elevate today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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, even if it seems successful in the short term. They also emphasize the importance of aligning work with your natural geniuses for long-term fulfillment and success. Topics explored in this episode: (00:51) Faking It Undermines Team Trust* Faking a role outside your genius may temporarily fool others but drains energy and joy.(3:48) When Observation Misleads* People often mistake visible productivity for true capability and fulfillment.* Internal processes like Discerning or Inventing can't be copied just by watching someone do the work.(7:36) Success in the Wrong Game* Achieving mastery in an area outside your genius often leads to burnout, not true fulfillment.* Mimicking Tenacity or Enablement might bring professional praise but leaves people feeling empty.(11:24) Misalignment at Work* Many early career roles overvalue G.E.T. work, unintentionally alienating people with W.I.D. geniuses.* Discovering the Working Genius framework helps reframe these challenges as fixable, not personal flaws.(15:12) The Cost of Faking It* People often carry unnecessary guilt when they struggle in roles that don't match their genius.* Leaders can free people from burnout by helping them realign with their natural gifts.A note for new listeners/viewers: In this episode, Pat and Cody dive deep into the Six Types of Working Genius, a model that helps you discover your natural gifts and thrive in your work and life. If you're new to our framework, perhaps consider checking out some earlier episodes of The Working Genius Podcast. Or, if you're interested, you can take The Six Types of Working Genius assessment, which is the fastest and simplest way to discover your natural gifts and thrive at work: https://www.workinggenius.com/about/assessment Refresher: The initials discussed in this episode refer to: W = Wonder. I = Invention.D = Discernment.G = Galvanizing.E = Enablement.T = Tenacity.This episode of The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. Subscribe to The Working Genius Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4iNz6Yn), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4iGGm8u), and YouTube (https://bit.ly/Working-Genius-YouTube). Follow Pat Lencioni on https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth/ and http://www.youtube.com/@PatrickLencioniOfficial.Connect with Cody Thompson on
In this episode I am joined by Tracey Olivier. Tracey is a Leadership coach, speaker and facilitator (traceyolivier.com). Tracey works with leaders to ignite, encourage and equip them so that they can build happy, healthy and productive teams. She does this by equipping leaders with tools for creating effective teams and works to help leaders build teams focussed on excellence. Tracey is a certified ‘Working Genius Facilitator' which enables her to bring the tools and resources developed by the Table Group to help the leaders she works with leverage the Working Genius model. Do you know your Working Genius type? There are 6 types! The model Tracey works with can help leaders develop, foster job alignment, team cohesion and productivity. Tracey's resume is inspiring and the memberships or former memberships and chair roles she has been in and continues with is impressive to say the least! Tracey speaks with warmth, passion and a deep understanding of how leaders can thrive to be their best and lead high performing teams. If it feels lonely at the top and you want some inspiration on how you can lead with passion and purpose, then give this episode a listen.Is there a topic you want covered or a person you want to hear from? You can contact us through the Godfreys Law website, or you can message the Godfreys Law Facebook page. We'd like to hear from you, and any ideas you have about making the podcast better. The Real Solutions Business Podcast is presented by Godfreys Law - A Christchurch based law firm, serving Canterbury for over 140 years.
Why is it so difficult to reform government inefficiencies? And what can organizations and households learn from eliminating waste in large, public institutions? In episode #240 of At The Table, Pat and Cody explore the concept of government efficiency through the lens of organizational health. Drawing comparisons between the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the federal government, and dysfunctional teams, they highlight the painful necessity of accountability and cutting waste. Topics explored in this episode: (01:04) Reframing DOGE * The goal is to explore waste and accountability without partisan heat, looking instead at structure and culture.(6:09) Government vs. Private Sector* The federal government is not set up to be a team like private sector organizations.(10:47) The Storage Unit Analogy* Cody shares a story of trying to help a hoarder consolidate two storage units, which becomes a metaphor for government systems that resist change.(15:24) Accountability * Leadership requires doing what is right, even when it's unpopular or emotionally difficult.(20:44) Mistakes Will Happen* Even a well-intentioned cleanup will result in some regrettable losses.* Without a willingness to risk minor mistakes, the entire system remains unsustainable.(25:31) DOGE in Your Organization* The hosts discuss applying DOGE at the Table Group. * Even healthy organizations benefit from periodically eliminating waste.This episode of At The Table with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. At The Table is a podcast that lives at the connection between work life, leadership, organizational health, and culture. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Follow Pat Lencioni on LinkedIn and YouTube. Connect with Cody Thompson on LinkedIn. Be sure to check out our other podcast, The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Let us know your feedback via podcast@tablegroup.com. This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/
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 effectively within your strengths while also building stronger, more cohesive teams.Topics explored in this episode: (02:15) What is Humility? * Humility enhances an individual's ability to utilize their natural talents.(11:40) Why Humility Matters * Leaders who embrace humility build stronger, more resilient teams.(21:05) Team Collaboration* Teams with humility communicate more openly and work through challenges effectively.(30:50) Recognizing the Absence of Humility* A lack of humility leads to dysfunction and conflict within teams.(41:30) Cultivating Humility* Simple steps individuals and teams can take to develop humility.(50:10) Humility in Organizations* How organizations can embed humility into hiring, training, and leadership development.This episode of The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. The Six Types of Working Genius model helps you discover your natural gifts and thrive in your work and life. When you're able to better understand the types of work that bring you more energy and fulfillment and avoid work that leads to frustration and failure, you can be more self-aware, more productive, and more successful. The Six Types of Working Genius assessment is the fastest and simplest way to discover your natural gifts and thrive at work.Subscribe to The Working Genius Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Follow Pat Lencioni on LinkedIn and YouTube. Connect with Cody Thompson on LinkedIn. Be sure to check out our other podcast, At The Table with Patrick Lencioni, on Apple Podcasts, Spotfy, and YouTube. Let us know your feedback via podcast@tablegroup.com. This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/
How can we start to address unresolved challenges in our lives that impact people profoundly and sometimes in painful ways? In this episode, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson discuss the podcast's return after a six-month break, and a shift in content to include broader societal and cultural issues. Pat also shares his personal journey of self-discovery, focusing on addressing his own wounds and trauma, and explores how this deeply personal work relates to leadership and organizational health.Topics explored in this episode: * (8:04) The Impact of Wounds on Leadership* How fear can drive leaders. * (11:58) The Catalyst for Self-Discovery* Pat's realization that running from his issues was more painful than confronting them. * The temptation to deny your own wounds. * (16:34) The Universality of Wounds* Everyone has wounds, such as neglect, shame, rejection, and abandonment. * Healing is a lifelong process. * (21:14) Encouraging Healing* Addressing wounds sooner rather than later. This episode of At The Table with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable. Subscribe to At The Table on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Follow Pat Lencioni on LinkedIn and YouTube. Connect with Cody Thompson on LinkedIn. Do you know about our other podcast? You can subscribe to The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Let us know your feedback on this episode via podcast@tablegroup.com.This episode was produced by Story On Media: https://www.storyon.co/
Patrick Lencioni is the co-founder and President of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, including The Five Dysfunctions of A Team, The Five Temptations of a CEO and The Motive. His books have sold over 8 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of the Table Group, Pat spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health and consulting with executives and their teams. Prior to founding the firm in 1997, Pat worked at Bain & Company, Oracle Corporation and Sybase. On this classic episode, Pat joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk about his leadership journey, how he developed the organizational health movement, keys to effective and ineffective leadership and cultures, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jon Brady, the president of Midtown Athletic Clubs, has been working tirelessly to further enhance the culture of his team at his club. As a result, he's seen very positive results in his efforts. In this edition of the Club Solutions Magazine Podcast, Brady sat down with Ralph Rajs, the practitioner of The Table Group, to discuss how Midtown Athletic Clubs has thrived post-pandemic and how they've harnessed the power of technology through AI and machine learning. Brady also shares his personal leadership journey along with new key strategies he's implemented. Listen to the conversation here.
In today's episode, we uncover the secrets of leadership and team dynamics with Patrick Lencioni, a renowned expert in organizational health and teamwork. As the founder and president of The Table Group, Patrick has spent decades helping leaders build stronger organizations through practical tools and strategies. He's the author of numerous bestselling books, including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and his latest, The Six Types of Working Genius: A Better Way to Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, and Your Team. Get ready for an eye-opening conversation with Patrick Lencioni as he unpacks the powerful framework behind The Six Types of Working Genius. What if the key to unlocking your true potential—and that of your team—lies in understanding the types of work that energize and frustrate you? Patrick shares his groundbreaking model for identifying your natural talents, improving collaboration, and reducing burnout in every aspect of life, from your career to your relationships. We'll explore how these six types of genius impact team dynamics, decision-making, and personal growth, and how embracing your strengths can lead to greater productivity and fulfillment. Whether you're a leader or simply looking to work smarter, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you thrive. What to Listen For Introduction – 00:00:34 What inspired Patrick Lencioni to develop The Six Types of Working Genius framework? How did personal struggles at work lead Patrick to uncover the six types of genius? Why understanding your working genius is crucial for building a fulfilling career and personal life. The Six Types of Working Genius Explained – 00:04:41 What are the six types of working genius, and how do they relate to the phases of any project? How can identifying your working frustrations help prevent burnout and dissatisfaction? Why does every successful team need a balance of all six geniuses? Applying Working Genius to Team Dynamics – 00:10:13 How can leaders use this framework to optimize team collaboration and performance? What steps can you take to identify and leverage each team member's genius? How did a real-world software company transform its innovation process using this model? Overcoming Miscommunication and Conflict – 00:19:33 How can understanding your working genius improve communication in personal relationships? What are the common misconceptions about other people's work styles, and how can this framework resolve them? Why do working frustrations often lead to conflict, and how can teams overcome this? Practical Applications Beyond the Workplace – 00:27:02 How can The Six Types of Working Genius help with tasks like planning a vacation or running a household? Why understanding your genius is the next evolution beyond love languages in personal relationships. How can couples use this framework to reduce stress and improve collaboration at home? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Patrick Lencioni is co-founder and President of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 8 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of the Table Group, Pat spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health and consulting with executives and their teams. Prior to founding the firm in 1997, Pat worked at Bain & Company, Oracle Corporation and Sybase. In his second appearance on the Elevate Podcast, Patrick returned to the show to discuss the role company leaders should play in sociopolitical issues, how to set proper expectations with employees and customers about where a company stands on social issues, and why leaning on values is as crucial as ever in leadership today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we sit down with Ashley Turner, who has spent the last couple of years working at the Table Group. Table Group is a leadership and organizational health company led by Patrick Lencioni who has written 13 best selling books about organizational health and teamwork. The Table Group has also created an assessment called "Working Genius" that helps people determine the type of work that naturally brings them energy and what makes them more frustrated. She had some amazing insights for us on how to become a person companies are looking to hire and what the Working Genius assessment can show us as we learn to navigate this process of finding the right job and getting hired. You can find the link to the free assessment here: https://www.workinggenius.com/assessment/ABy6cdN6SdKHCxEoMXhwsASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Despite leading a talented team, Patrick Lencioni realized they struggled with innovation because he was the only one with the “invention” working genius. This pushed him to rethink his team's roles and align them with their strengths. The result? A surge in collaboration and creativity, proving the power of the Working Genius framework. In this episode, Patrick shares how to apply the Working Genius model to unlock your team's full potential and foster a culture of innovation and effectiveness. Patrick Lencioni is one of the founders of The Table Group and the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 9 million copies and have been translated into more than 30 languages. In this episode, Hala and Patrick will discuss: - How to identify and leverage your team's natural strengths - The three phases of work for seamless execution - Strategies for filling “genius gaps” in your team - Why innovation often stalls and how to reignite it - The role of team maps in optimizing collaboration - Matching tasks to talents to prevent burnout - Balancing creativity with execution - The key to sustaining long-term innovation - How to make meetings more effective - And other topics… Patrick Lencioni is one of the founders of The Table Group and the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 9 million copies and have been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of The Table Group, Patrick dedicates his time to speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health. He also consults with executives and their teams. His classic book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, remains a national bestseller over twenty years after its release. His most recent book, The Six Types of Working Genius, was published in September 2022. Connect with Patrick: Patrick's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth/ Patrick's Twitter: https://x.com/patricklencioni Patrick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patricklencioni_ Resources Mentioned: Take the Working Genius Assessment: youngandprofiting.co/work The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com/ Patrick's Books: The Six Types of Working Genius: A Better Way to Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, and Your Team: https://www.amazon.com/Types-Working-Genius-Understand-Frustrations/dp/1637743297 The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable: https://www.amazon.com/Five-Dysfunctions-Team-Leadership-Fable/dp/0787960756 Patrick's Podcasts: At The Table: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-the-table-with-patrick-lencioni/id1474171732 The Working Genius Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-working-genius-podcast-with-patrick-lencioni/id1553105854 The 3-Minute Reset: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-minute-reset-pat-lencioni-chris-stefanick/id1717490448 LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life: Use code ‘podcast' for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopify Mint Mobile - To get a new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to mintmobile.com/profiting. Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting Found - Try Found for FREE at found.com/profiting Connecteam - Enjoy a 14-day free trial with no credit card needed. Open an account today at Connecteam.com More About Young and Profiting Download Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorships Leave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yap Watch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala Taha LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhala Twitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/
For two decades, Patrick Lencioni bounced between excitement and frustration at work. Driven to understand the root of his frustration, he discovered that while there are six types of work, he only truly enjoyed two. This insight led to the creation of the Working Genius model. Recognizing its universal value, Patrick and his team developed an assessment to help individuals and teams identify their natural strengths and focus on the work that energizes them. In this episode, Patrick reveals how understanding your Working Genius can transform your approach to work, prevent burnout, and boost productivity. Patrick Lencioni is one of the founders of The Table Group and the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 9 million copies and have been translated into more than 30 languages. In this episode, Hala and Patrick will discuss: - Patrick's journey to discovering the Working Genius model - How to identify your natural talents and avoid burnout - The six types of work that determine job satisfaction - How understanding your team's genius can boost productivity - Why people get stuck in the wrong roles - The most entrepreneurial Working Geniuses - Why some tasks drain your energy - Aligning your job with your genius - Why diverse teams succeed - And other topics… Patrick Lencioni is one of the founders of The Table Group and the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 9 million copies and have been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of The Table Group, Patrick dedicates his time to speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health. He also consults with executives and their teams. His classic book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, remains a national bestseller over twenty years after its release. Connect with Patrick: Patrick's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth/ Patrick's Twitter: https://x.com/patricklencioni Patrick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patricklencioni_ Resources Mentioned: Take the Working Genius Assessment: youngandprofiting.co/work The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com/ Patrick's Books: The Six Types of Working Genius: A Better Way to Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, and Your Team: https://www.amazon.com/Types-Working-Genius-Understand-Frustrations/dp/1637743297 The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable: https://www.amazon.com/Five-Dysfunctions-Team-Leadership-Fable/dp/0787960756 Patrick's Podcasts: At The Table: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-the-table-with-patrick-lencioni/id1474171732 The Working Genius Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-working-genius-podcast-with-patrick-lencioni/id1553105854 The 3-Minute Reset: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-minute-reset-pat-lencioni-chris-stefanick/id1717490448 LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life: Use code ‘podcast' for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Sponsored By: Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopify Mint Mobile - To get a new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to mintmobile.com/profiting. Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at indeed.com/profiting Found - Try Found for FREE at found.com/profiting Connecteam - Enjoy a 14-day free trial with no credit card needed. Open an account today at Connecteam.com More About Young and Profiting Download Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorships Leave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yap Watch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala Taha LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhala Twitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/
How healthy is your organization? Leading large, medium, or even small teams can be difficult and demanding work. Are you doing it in a sustained and healthy way? For the next four podcasts, Dr. McKinley is joined by Keith Hadley, principal consultant for the Table Group. He is meaningfully engaged in guiding companies to become strong and vibrant organizations. Listen in as Doug and Keith share their insights about understanding and achieving optimal organizational health.To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency QuestMad About UsVisit Doug's Website: DougMcKinley.comTo Listen to Leadership Currency Podcast: Leadership Currency Podcast
Organizational health impacts the overall health of churches. When there are gaps in strengths, trust and accountability in staff teams, stuckness soon follows. Here at The Unstuck Group, we've found an effective way for our team to identify their strengths and close gaps in their leadership through Working Genius by The Table Group. In this BONUS episode, Tony Morgan interviews Beau Johnson from The Table Group about the importance of organizational health in churches and how Working Genius offers solutions. This episode is brought to you by The Six Types of Working Genius: Working Genius is the fastest way to increase productivity, improve morale, and decrease turnover on your team. It takes ten minutes to discover the work that gives you joy and energy, and the work that is leading to staff burnout. Take the assessment. Discuss your results. Engage the geniuses of the people around you. Get started today: Use code UNSTUCKWG for 20% off at workinggenius.com. Join the Conversation on Social Media If you're listening on Wednesday when the episode first releases, join the live conversation The Unstuck Group's team will be having on social media about this week's topic. We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on X. Or you can join in on Facebook.
Episode 300! Be inspired by our guest Patrick Lencioni, Founder & President of The Table Group, in this special episode. The best-selling author and globally renowned thought leader shares his insights on organizational health, a concept he calls "the last competitive advantage in business today." We discuss his groundbreaking books and the motivational stories behind The Table Group's growth. Come learn how Patrick's practical advice and novel ideas have transformed countless leaders and organizations around the world.Guest Links:Patrick's LinkedInThe Table GroupThe Six Types of Working GeniusPatrick's BooksHomes of HopeCredits: Host: Lisa NicholsExecutive Producer: Jenny HealMarketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe SzynkowskiPodcast Engineer: Portside Media
How healthy is your organization? Leading large, medium, or even small teams can be difficult and demanding work. Are you doing it in a sustained and healthy way? For the next four podcasts, Dr. McKinley is joined by Keith Hadley, principal consultant for the Table Group. He is meaningfully engaged in guiding companies to become strong and vibrant organizations. Listen in as Doug and Keith share their insights about understanding and achieving optimal organizational health.To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency QuestMad About UsVisit Doug's Website: DougMcKinley.comTo Listen to Leadership Currency Podcast: Leadership Currency Podcast
How healthy is your organization? Leading large, medium, or even small teams can be difficult and demanding work. Are you doing it in a sustained and healthy way? For the next four podcasts, Dr. McKinley is joined by Keith Hadley, principal consultant for the Table Group. He is meaningfully engaged in guiding companies to become strong and vibrant organizations. Listen in as Doug and Keith share their insights about understanding and achieving optimal organizational health.To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency QuestMad About UsVisit Doug's Website: DougMcKinley.comTo Listen to Leadership Currency Podcast: Leadership Currency Podcast
How healthy is your organization? Leading large, medium, or even small teams can be difficult and demanding work. Are you doing it in a sustained and healthy way? For the next four podcasts, Dr. McKinley is joined by Keith Hadley, principal consultant for the Table Group. He is meaningfully engaged in guiding companies to become strong and vibrant organizations. Listen in as Doug and Keith share their insights about understanding and achieving optimal organizational health.To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency QuestMad About UsVisit Doug's Website: DougMcKinley.comTo Listen to Leadership Currency Podcast: Leadership Currency Podcast
Does work always have to be so hard? Why am I so frustrated with my job? There is no such thing as an easy job but do all jobs have to be so grueling? Today I sit down with Pat Lencioni, organizational health expert and Founder of The Table Group business consulting, to discuss their groundbreaking new framework for getting things done: The Working Geniuses. We discuss what 6 Working Geniuses entail, how people with different working geniuses complement one another in the work environment, how employees can advocate to transfer their role within a company, how your working genius can help you look for a job that is better suited to your strengths, and much more. Check out the working geniuses here: https://www.workinggenius.com/ Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865 A big thank to our partner, EWTN, the world's leading Catholic network! Discover news, entertainment and more at https://www.ewtn.com/ Check out our Sponsors: We Heart Nutrition: https://www.weheartnutrition.com/ Get top notch vitamin supplements for 20% off using the code LILA. Seven Weeks Coffee: https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com Buy your pro-life coffee with a 10% discount using the code LILA.
What type of Working Genius are you? How can the 6 Types of Working Genius Assessment help you improve hiring decisions in your business? How can you increase the probability of a successful consulting engagement to improve your organization's culture? To help answer these questions, we're continuing our conversation with Patrick Lencioni on today's episode of The Balancing Act Podcast! Patrick is a founder at the Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is a world-renowned author with titles such as The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, The Advantage, and his most recent work, The 6 Types of Working Genius. Tune into episode 151 for the conclusion of our two-part series on the organizational health movement with its founder, Patrick Lencioni! To learn more about Patrick Lencioni and the 6 Types of Working Genius, visit: www.tablegroup.com or www.workinggenius.com to take the 6 Types of Working Genius assessment. To learn more about Andrew Temte, visit: www.andrewtemte.com. #OrganizationalHealth #PersonalityAssessment #WorkingGenius #LeadershipDevelopment
Has your team lost its spark working remotely? As our modern workforce becomes increasingly reliant on remote setups, we're also witnessing the pitfalls of reducing human interaction and its impact on organizational health. The human touch is vital for fueling creativity and collaboration, and to champion office presence along with a better comprehension of individual strengths is our distinguished guest — Patrick Lencioni. Patrick is one of the founders of The Table Group and a best-selling author of 13 books, including the latest, “The 6 Types of Working Genius.” His books have been translated into 30 languages, with over 8 million copies sold worldwide, and he's one of the most in-demand speakers in America. With nearly 200,000 LinkedIn followers and three successful podcasts, Patrick is here to share his unparalleled expertise in leadership, teamwork, and organizational health. In this episode, Patrick exposes the critical need for physical presence in the workplace, making the case that remote work, while effective in many ways, can't replace the value of human connection. He also introduces his groundbreaking “6 Types of Working Genius” framework, which helps leaders and professionals identify their innate strengths and weaknesses, leading to greater work satisfaction and productivity. From the origins of the Working Genius assessment to how we can leverage our individual talents to prevent burnout, this episode is a must-listen for leaders seeking to optimize their workplace performance. We also touch on the role of AI in the workplace, organizational health, the importance of informal interactions, and real-life examples of the Working Genius at play. Tune in to learn how to help your organization and team members thrive in today's disrupted workforce. — Key Takeaways: Meet Patrick Lencioni (00:00) The challenges of the modern workplace & human interaction (01:54) Patrick's take on AI in the workplace (09:40) The origin story for “The 6 Types of Working Genius” (13:43) A personal story from Alex on his working genius (28:41) Insights from the 1M working genius assessments (36:24) How leaders can create a stronger and more inclusive culture (42:40) Speed Round Questions (48:20) — ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Take the Working Genius assessment here: https://www.workinggenius.com/ Learn more about Patrick's company, Tablegroup: https://www.tablegroup.com/ Connect with Patrick Lencioni: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6uqwkNOGb7Qf-uTeEC8K_w At The Table Podcast: https://www.tablegroup.com/at-the-table/ The Working Genius Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfu7e5nX6m0O1s_VU0_W0d-kaZakyBrb4 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/44ieyPB Follow our podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/44kONi6 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NtVK9W Join the TDW tribe and learn more: https://disruptedwork.com
Want to hear directly from the founder of the organizational health movement? Want to improve your organization's culture? What sets the Table Group apart from other organizational and leadership consulting firms? To help answer these questions, we have THE Patrick Lencioni joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast! Patrick is a founder at the Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is a world-renowned author with titles such as The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, The Advantage, and his most recent work, The 6 Types of Working Genius. I can think of no better way to celebrate the release of our 150th episode than to introduce you to Patrick and engage in a discussion about how to build healthier organizations and the benefits of doing so. Tune into episode 150 to hear Patrick's story, his career "rocket-booster" moment, and his thoughts on culture and organizational health. Learn more about Patrick and The Table Group at www.tablegroup.com. Check out The 6 Types of Working Genius at www.workinggenius.com. Learn more about Andrew Temte at www.andrewtemte.com.
On this week's show, Lucas brings on executive leadership coach Brad Haynes from The Table Group. Brad has been essential in guiding the T.REX ARMS leadership team towards optimal organizational health and efficiency as the company grows.
In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Patrick Lencioni, author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Six Types of Working Genius. They discuss the importance of trust, vulnerability, and conflict in teams, as well as the six types of working genius. Patrick shares personal experiences and insights, providing valuable advice for effective communication and leadership. The conversation explores the five dysfunctions of a team, emphasizing the importance of trust, healthy conflict, commitment, accountability, and attention to results. It also delves into the significance of effective communication, vulnerability, and understanding individual working genius. Pat also shares insights on team dynamics, leadership, and the impact of dysfunctional behaviors on organizational success. In this episode you will learn: Trust and vulnerability are essential for effective team communication and collaboration. Conflict avoidance can hinder team progress and innovation. Constructive conflict is necessary for growth and improvement. Understanding the six types of working genius can help individuals and teams leverage their strengths and work together more effectively. Trust is the foundation of effective teamwork, and without it, healthy conflict and commitment cannot thrive. Healthy conflict is necessary for teams to address issues openly and make decisions that everyone can commit to. Lack of commitment leads to passive agreement, which results in a lack of accountability and inattention to results. Avoidance of accountability hinders team performance and requires peers to hold each other accountable for behaviors and commitments. Inattention to results occurs when individuals prioritize their department's success over the collective success of the organization, leading to dysfunctional team dynamics. About Patrick: Pat is one of the founders of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 9 million copies and have been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of The Table Group, Pat spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health, and consulting with executives and their teams. After more than twenty years in print, his classic book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, remains a fixture on national best-seller lists. His most recent book, The Six Types of Working Genius, was released in September 2022. He is also the host of the popular business podcast, "At The Table with Patrick Lencioni". You can connect with Patrick Lencioni in the following ways: Websites: https://workinggenius.com/ https://www.tablegroup.com/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/working_genius LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth/ Read The 6 Types of Working Genius: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637743297 Read The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team: https://www.amazon.com/Five-Dysfunctions-Team-Leadership-Fable/dp/0787960756 You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laurasicola-inc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions Facebook: Dr. Laura Sicola Twitter: @LauraSicola Instagram: @drlaurasicola Website: https://laurasicola.com Laura's Online Course: virtualinfluence.today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alan interviews Pat Lencioni for part 2 of our Working Genius series. This episode focuses on how to apply The Working Genius to teams. This is THE best assessment we've ever seen for team alignment and common language. We are honored to have The Working Genius as a sponsor for this podcast. Go take the assessment at www.WorkingGenius.com. If you would like Alan to lead a training to translate this assessment into your tea, email us at hello@stayforth.com About Pat Lencioni Pat is one of the founders of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 8 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of the Table Group, Pat spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health and consulting with executives and their teams. Prior to founding the firm in 1997, Pat worked at Bain & Company, Oracle Corporation and Sybase. Pat lives in the Bay Area with his wife and four boys. Takeaways Understanding the six types of working genius can transform teams and improve productivity and morale. Borrowing geniuses across teams can lead to increased innovation and success. Understanding frustrations can be liberating and prevent burnout. The team map is a valuable tool for visualizing the distribution of geniuses and frustrations within a team. Using the vocabulary of working genius can improve team communication and project flow. Understanding individual and team dynamics is crucial for improving productivity and avoiding conflict. The concept of working genius identifies six types of genius that individuals possess. Clarity and communication are essential for ensuring alignment within teams. Working genius can be connected to other concepts introduced by Lencioni, such as the five dysfunctions of a team and the ideal team player. Taking the working genius assessment can provide valuable insights for individuals and teams. Quotables "Nobody on their team had the genius of wonder." "Let's just put people in the right role and give them the right responsibilities that correspond to what gives them joy and energy." "She has enablement, which means whenever a customer or an employee says, I need help, she's right there." "You have to see how it comes about. And we know it's going to be painful for you." "People can now actually call each other out on things in a way that doesn't feel like they're being judged or attacked, but they're being honored." "People talk to one another using the language of working genius, which in a good way objectifies feedback that used to feel personal."
Fostering a healthy workplace creates an environment where the best, smartest ideas can flourish. What are the signs of a healthy workplace and how can leadership create an atmosphere where constructive debate leads to better results? A healthy organization minimizes the corporate politics that restrict innovation, promoting honest, yet difficult, conversations and debates centered on reaching the best ideas. Creating strategic alignment not only in your leadership teams but throughout your organization is an entry point, but it requires commitment at every level. But Who's Counting? hosts Dave Hartley and Missy Kelley welcomed Liz Hughes, Principal Consultant at The Table Group. Liz coaches executives to align their teams behaviorally and strategically, helping them achieve organizational clarity while building trust and understanding that improves team cohesion. The discussion also touched on strategies to improve meeting efficiency, recognizing obstacles to innovation and the following:How to establish vulnerability-based trust to cultivate an environment where your people are comfortable innovating and sharing ideasThe difference and benefits of tactical vs. strategic meetingsKey indicators of organizational healthWhy establishing trust is harder for remote teamsThe four disciplines of organizational health“Something that really can foster innovation is when you have a healthy, ideological culture of debate [and] robust dialogue [where] all ideas can be heard.” – Liz HughesResources to Count OnCheck out these additional resources for more insight into the conversation:Connect with Liz on LinkedInPurchase The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else in BusinessBuy The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable, sold hereOrder Patrick Lencioni's latest book, The Six Types of Working GeniusRead The Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate the Three Essential Virtues, sold hereCheck out The Motive: A Leadership Fable, sold hereRead The Truth About Employee Engagement: A Fable About Addressing the Three Root Causes of Job Misery, sold hereBuy Death By Meeting: A Leadership FableMake sure to never miss an episode by subscribing on Spotify, Pandora or Apple Podcasts and let us know what you think by rating and reviewing. Keep up with more Anders insights by visiting our website and following us on social media:Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter
On this episode, Alan Interviews legendary author and organizational consultant Pat Lencioni about The Working Genius assessment and message. We are honored to have The Working Genius as a sponsor for this podcast. In this episode which is a two part mini series, we delve into what The Working Genius is and how to understand the framework. Go take the assessment at WorkingGenius.com. If you would like Alan to lead a team training to incorporate this assessment into your team you can get more information by emailing us at hello@stayforth.com About Pat Lencioni Pat is one of the founders of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 8 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of the Table Group, Pat spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health and consulting with executives and their teams. Prior to founding the firm in 1997, Pat worked at Bain & Company, Oracle Corporation and Sybase. Pat lives in the Bay Area with his wife and four boys. Takeaways Organizational health is important for avoiding burnout and creating healthy cultures. The six types of working genius are wonder, invention, discernment, galvanizing, enablement, and tenacity. Wonderers ask questions and ponder new ideas, while inventors come up with new ideas and solutions. Discerners evaluate ideas and have great pattern recognition instinct. Galvanizers rally the troops and inspire others, while enablers answer the call for help and support. Tenacious individuals plow through obstacles and finish tasks. Both disruptive and responsive geniuses are needed in a team. IGs (Invention and Galvanizing) are naturally excited about new ideas and enjoy sharing them. IDs (Invention and Discernment) evaluate and edit ideas as they come up with them. Understanding and celebrating each other's geniuses can lead to a more productive and joyful team. An ideal day for an ID might involve coming up with new ideas and having coaching conversations. An ideal day for an IG might involve launching new ideas and getting people excited about them.
Discover Your Working Genius with Patrick Lencioni: A Game-Changing Assessment Workinggenius.com Tablegroup.com About the Guest(s): Patrick Lencioni is a renowned author, speaker, and consultant in the field of leadership and teamwork. He is the co-founder and president of The Table Group, a management consulting firm that focuses on organizational health. Lencioni has written 13 books, including the best-selling "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" and his most recent work, "The Six Types of Working Genius." With over 20 years of experience, Lencioni has helped numerous executives and teams improve their leadership skills and create healthier organizations. Episode Summary: In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss interviews Patrick Lencioni, author and leadership expert. Lencioni discusses his latest book, "The Six Types of Working Genius," and how understanding our unique working genius can transform our work lives. Lencioni explains the six types of working genius: wonder, invention, discernment, galvanizing, enablement, and tenacity. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and aligning our work tasks with our natural talents and passions. Lencioni also shares insights on teamwork, organizational health, and the power of embracing our strengths. Key Takeaways: Understanding our working genius can help us find joy and fulfillment in our work. Each person has two core working geniuses that energize and engage them. Recognizing and leveraging our working geniuses can lead to greater productivity and satisfaction. Building teams with diverse working geniuses can create a balanced and effective workforce. Self-awareness and embracing our strengths are key to finding fulfillment in our careers. Notable Quotes: "If you're really smart and your human side is broken, you're not gonna be successful." - Patrick Lencioni "One man's trash is another man's treasure." - Patrick Lencioni "Humility is not the denial of what is true." - Patrick Lencioni "Teams build companies, not individuals." - Patrick Lencioni "Life is not meant to be spent doing something you hate." - Patrick Lencioni
We're back in class, ladies! Once again, Sarah's sharing study notes from her graduate courses at Concordia University Irvine's Townsend Institute for Counseling and Leadership. In this insightful episode, she covers: How great teamwork skills relate to the Body of Christ Pat Lencioni's Working Genius model for productivity How a productivity model applies to everything from marriage, to church council, to homeschool co-ops "I think the most beautiful part about this is how Lencioni frames the [Working Genius] model,” Sarah says. “He specifically talks about the geniuses as the things God has gifted you to do, how He has wired you. I've talked about this before in several places, about recognizing the gifts God has given and not given to us, and using those gifts to the best of our abilities. This fits so beautifully with our description of the Body of Christ, that each of us in individually gifted with ways to serve each other within the unity of the Body. So this assessment gives us insight into how God has wired us so we can lean into the spaces that are our strengths, and uplift others in the spaces that are not our strengths but someone else's strength.” Find the Working Genius podcast, book, assessment, and insights at workinggenius.com. For even more from Pat Lencioni, including the Table Group podcast, visit tablegroup.com. Click to learn more about CUI's Townsend Institute for Counseling and Leadership. Connect with the Lutheran Ladies on social media in The Lutheran Ladies' Lounge Facebook discussion group (facebook.com/groups/LutheranLadiesLounge) and on Instagram @lutheranladieslounge. Follow Sarah (@hymnnerd), Rachel (@rachbomberger), and Erin (@erinaltered) on Instagram! Sign up for the Lutheran Ladies' Lounge monthly e-newsletter here, and email the Ladies at lutheranladies@kfuo.org.
On episode 256 I am joined by Patrick Lencioni. For twenty-five years, Patrick Lencioni has been working with teams to help them become more cohesive, effective and successful. In 1997, he founded the Table Group, a firm dedicated to making organizations healthier and work more dignifying. Pat has written 13 best-selling business books on the topics of teamwork, leadership and culture (including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, The Advantage, and The Ideal Team Player) which have sold over 8 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. In 2020, Pat began to question why he occasionally felt drained and frustrated in his own job and, in the process of figuring out why, Working Genius was born. Since that time, Working Genius has helped hundreds of thousands of individuals and teams discover their gifts and transform their work. The 6 types of Working Genius is a new model that helps people discover their natural gifts and thrive in their work and life. Working Genius identifies the six fundamental activities that are required for any type of work and provides a simple framework for how work gets done. Working Genius is changing the way people are thinking about their work and teams, and is leading to more dignified, fulfilled and successful work. You can take your assessment here: https://www.workinggenius.com/about/assessment In this episode you will hear: 00:00 Intro 04:20 Patrick Lencioni and The Table Group 08:00 Vulnerability Based Trust – 5 Dysfunctions of a Team 15:00 The 6 Types of Working Genius origin story 22:50 Why most teams fail to bring the genius out of people 25:20 The working genius model 28:45 The six geniuses 32:00 Team Hartley's Working Genius profile 47:00 The cross sector impact of working genius 54:15 Faith and healing wounds 57:25 Patrick's Heartprint Those with ears, let them hear. Always love Ryan Connect with Patrick Lencioni Website: https://www.workinggenius.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-lencioni-orghealth/ Working Genius Podcast: https://www.workinggenius.com/resources#podcasts 3 Minute Reset Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/3-minute-reset-pat-lencioni-chris-stefanick/id1717490448 Books: https://www.tablegroup.com/books/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PatrickLencioniOfficial Connect with Always Better than Yesterday Website: https://abty.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysbetterthanyesterdayuk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abty/ Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareabty Join our mail list here for exclusive content here: https://abty.co.uk/contact Sign up for our coaching here: https://abty.co.uk/coaching Thank you to our supporters Exhale Healthy Coffee. Exhale is the first coffee to be sourced, roasted and lab tested specifically to maximise its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potency. An independent lab test showed one cup of Exhale coffee has the same antioxidant power as 1.8kg of blueberries or 55 oranges! Get £10 off your first bag when you visit https://exhalecoffee.com/abty Please email your questions and comments to podcast@abty.co.uk #PatrickLencioni #6typesofworkinggenius #OrganizationalHealth
Sean Miller, Chairman of the Miller Group, dives into succession planning, values-based business leadership, and how to set a company's next generation of leaders up for success in this insightful conversation with Acumen CEO Dan Cooper. Episode Summary 0:06-0:56 Dan Cooper introduces himself and his guest, Sean Miller, who recently transitioned from CEO to Chairman of the Miller Group in Kansas City. He sets up listeners for today's topic: succession strategy, especially in the context of a family-owned business, and setting the table for the next generation. 0:57-7:14 Sean Miller describes his insurance and employee benefits company and its history and services. He speaks to the recent transition in leadership to his niece, and recounts the story of his own unwilling transition into leadership, alongside his brother, when his father was diagnosed with terminal cancer. After briefly considering selling the company, Sean and his brother brought the business through many iterations before working with The Table Group to connect the organization deeply with its values, mission, and purpose. This transformative process changed the culture radically. Ever since, the Miller Group has consistently ranked as the Best Place to Work for their business size in Kansas City. Sean attributes much of this to the consistency of the business's values, which are maintained by retaining leadership within the family. 7:15-16:45 Dan clarifies that there are two different parts to Sean's transition puzzle: leadership and ownership. Sean agrees and focuses in on the leadership piece. His niece, Amber, came on board about 10 years ago and was quickly identified as a manager and leader, so Sean began handing her assignments. This included their smallest practice, the personal lines practice, which was marginal, not bringing in much revenue, and run by a problematic employee. Amber increased the revenue by 500% over three years, made it a profitable practice for the organization, and let go of the problematic employee. She proved she was able to identify and address challenges, so she was moved on to the next tricky side of the business, and then the next! She made all the right moves wherever she went, learning along the way and instilling the Miller values and culture. Sean began bringing in other leaders to support, and when he intentionally began to do less and less, he watched Amber rise to the occasion. He is proud to say she is respected for her merits and accomplishments far beyond her ownership of the Miller name, which isn't enough in a family-led business. Family businesses, Sean asserts, are tricky; you aren't just managing a business, but unique and complicated interpersonal relationships as well. He shares how the family members in the organization are able to have their own lanes, and talks about how he worked to transition some of his pieces over to others during his movement out of the CEO seat. Ultimately, he and his brother transitioned in a structured, intentional way that retained customers and processes successfully. 16:46-17:39 Dan summaries the best practices Sean put into place during the transition: mentorship, trusting the successor with challenges, accurately identifying the areas of high potential while also moving the successor from area to area for practice, and ultimately removing the previous CEO from his seat as the “hub”of the organization. 17:40-21:18 Dan asks about the heart piece of Sean's transition: how did he know, in both his head and his heart, that it was time to transition? Sean shares that his executive team and the Miller family had a strategic planning meeting about 5 years ago when everyone wrote down on a card where they wanted the company to be, in terms of their revenue, in 10 years. Both he and his brother had put smaller numbers than anyone else, indicating that their interest in growth had deeply waned. This told him it was time to hand things off to the next generation! He also shared about his love of mentorship as he's aged, and the greater joy he finds in watching the next generation make wins than he even did in his own. 21:19-26:22 In terms of the ownership transition, Sean shares that they transitioned 1% to each of their kids a few years back, just as his father had done with Sean and his brother. His father had gifted them a portion of ownership, and then allowed them to purchase the company over several years through donations to the donor-advised fund, so they've done the same with their own children. They are now determining what to do next: possibly a 10 year compensation agreement, since the children can't yet afford to buy them out? Figuring this out is the goal for the year. He points to a parallel example he'd heard of, where two brothers wound up in a lawsuit against each other when one chose to change his process with his own children versus his brothers. Sean and his brother talk about that situation frequently as a cautionary tale, with the key takeaway being that ownership needs to be kept equal between the business-active children, with ownership staying no higher than 5% for those not active in the business. 26:23-27:25 Dan queries: who's on the deal team, in such a complicated process? Sean shares that they have consulted everyone from consultants and psychologists to accountants and estate planning attorneys. 27:26-27:52 Sean and Dan discuss the importance of starting the transition plan very early. 27:53-30:05 Dan asks Sean to share final tips. Sean emphasizes the importance of maintaining relationships. He asserts that the family members in the process need to know each other well and meet frequently and regularly. He also believes in the important of not talking about business at family events, of not tripping over each other and getting in one anothers' lanes, and of the benefits of growing, as it gives a wider range of opportunities for the different family members. Communication, of course, is also key. 30:06-33:40 Dan asks Sean about his faith's impact on his story and the Miller Group's business. Sean shares that the group's purpose is to serve and help others for the greater glory of God. That statement is even on his dad's tombstone! They also place God, family, and community first, with that statement on the wallpaper in their lobby. They are upfront about that when they hire people - that they incorporate prayer and the Bible in their daily routines. Faith is a huge part of the company's culture, and they are explicit about it! 33:41-35:26 Dan asks how Sean is improving himself currently, and Sean shares more about his new role as Growth Catalyst at Acumen, and his work on fundraising for his diocese. He wants to continue adding value to the lives and community around him, beyond his role as CEO of the Miller Group. 35:27-36:33 Dan closes out by requesting Sean's contact information. Website: millercares.com Sean's mobile number: 816-686-9046 Sean's email: seanm@millercares.com Dan shares more information about learning more about Acumen at acumenimpact.com.
Pastor Jordan Kologe explains Church of the Advent's emphasis in the coming seasons. He begins by using Luke's account of the walk to Emmaus following Jesus's resurrection as a model for our spiritual journey. After giving an overview of the plans for renewal of both our sacred space and pathways for spiritual formation, Pastor Jordan is joined by members of a prayer Table Group who share their experience.
Leadership matters. That should be a pretty obvious statement, but sometimes theologically-minded pastors can struggle to discern how much overlap really exists between pastoral leadership and leadership in other spheres. Today we'll be talking about leadership, spiritual gifts, and the “Six Types of Working Genius” in order to help you lead your volunteers, parents, and students more effectively. Why is good leadership so important for men and women in ministry leadership? What do we risk by an immature or underdeveloped approach to leadership? What are the “Six Types of Working Genius”? Where did this come from, what are they and how can listeners begin to discern their geniuses, competencies, and frustrations? Do you see any overlaps between working genius and spiritual gifts? How can youth pastors who lead teams of volunteers and also serve under pastoral leadership grow as self-aware leaders, and how does the Working Genius model help with that? Beau Johnson Invents and Galvanizes as the Director of Operations for the Table Group and has served as a youth pastor and in other areas of pastoral ministry before joining the Table Group… and I'm really exited to have him join us today. He and his family live in Utah. Working Genius assessment: first 500 YPT listeners can take this assessment for free! More Resources Six Types of Working Genius book Working Genius Podcast At the Table with Patrick Lencioni Podcast The Table Group Join YPT's Facebook group: @youththeologian (make sure you answer the membership questions) Follow YPT on Twitter: @youththeologian Follow YPT on Instagram: @youththeologian YPT's ebook, Youth Ministry is Theological Ministry, is a free download for subscribers. This book captures the essence of Youth Pastor Theologian in one ten-chapter book, written by six different contributors from across America, Mexico, and the UK.
Sydney Bates, Project Manager at Nolan Consulting Group, is back to bring us into the world of Working Genius! Over the last several months, Sydney has facilitated several Working Genius team debriefs, helping different teams across a variety of organizations understand the needed differences and dynamics within their companies. We also get to hear from Josh Abramson, Chief Solutionist and President from ALLBRiGHT Painting in Los Angeles, California as he shares highlights from his team's team's Working Genius experience. Josh loved it - it was exciting to see his team embrace the exercise, be vulnerable and apply the framework to their personal and professional development. Working Genius is a framework created by Patrick Lencioni and the team at the Table Group. Sydney Bates is a Working Genius Certified Trainer. To learn more, visit workinggenius.com or contact Sydney Bates, Sydney@nolancg.com
Hey Bootcampers, we hope all is well with you and yours! The guys took some time during the deep freeze and snow to talk about leadership styles as defined by the Leadership Guru himself, Patrick Lencioni. His organization, The Table Group, does a great job of defining leadership styles and how they work together for […]
Today is Part 2 of Tim Lyons and I explaining Pat Lencioni's Working Genius model. Tim is certified and passionate in this model created by Lencioni and worked with him at The Table Group. Here is a brief overview of Working Genius: Everyone has natural, God-given talents when it comes to work. As it turns out, there are six different types of talents, or geniuses, and each of them is required for accomplishing any kind of endeavor. Each of us have two that are considered our true gifts. Two are considered frustrations and the other two are just meh. Knowing where you are strong and where there are gaps, both as an individual and as part of a team, can be helpful in taking things to the next level. Listen in as Tim and I discuss specific examples of results and pairings. We talk about how to use the information to maximize your career and success. Listen to this episode, apply what you learn, and teach it to others. By the way, be sure to connect with me on Instagram! Listen and grow! Your Financial Coach, Billy P.S. If you or someone you know is looking for a plan to dial in their finances and achieve some financial freedom, book a short call with me here! P.P.S. You can book a call at that same link if you are interested in getting your financials dialed in and efficient with bookkeeping.
Today, Tim Lyons and I explain Pat Lencioni's Working Genius model. Tim is certified in this model created by Lencioni and worked with him at The Table Group. Here is a brief overview of Working Genius: Everyone has natural, God-given talents when it comes to work. As it turns out, there are six different types of talents, or geniuses, and each of them is required for accomplishing any kind of endeavor. Each of us have two that are considered our true gifts. Two are considered frustrations and the other two are just meh. Knowing where you are strong and where there are gaps, both as an individual and as part of a team, can be helpful in taking things to the next level. Listen in as Tim and I discuss the strengths of this model and how it can be used to improve performance and enjoyment. Listen to this episode, apply what you learn, and teach it to others. By the way, be sure to connect with me on Instagram! Listen and grow! Your Financial Coach, Billy P.S. If you or someone you know is looking for a plan to dial in their finances and achieve some financial freedom, book a short call with me here! P.P.S. You can book a call at that same link if you are interested in getting your financials dialed in and efficient with bookkeeping.
This holiday season, I'm spending extra time with those I love most - my family. So, this week and next, I'll be replaying two of my most popular episodes focused on Working Genius. This episode will focus on implementing The Six Types of Working Genius model at work and in the office. Patrick Lencioni and The Table Group created the productivity model and book called The Six Types of Working Genius, aimed at increasing outcomes alongside joy and satisfaction. As a certified facilitator in the model, I have seen lives transformed by the lessons learned from Working Genius both at home and at in the office. ******** Join my community: Working Mom Moments Facebook Group Get the latest - Email Newsletter: www.lacyjungman.com/insider Connect with me: info@lacyjungman.com Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacyjungman/ If you're ready to create the work life blend you've always dreamed of, I'm here for you! Grab my podcast special here, which includes one-on-one session with me at a reduced cost!
This holiday season, I'm spending extra time with those I love most - my family. This week and next, I'll be replaying two of my most popular episodes focused on Working Genius. This episode will focus on The Six Types of Working Genius model overview. Patrick Lencioni and The Table Group created the productivity model and book called The Six Types of Working Genius, aimed at increasing outcomes alongside joy and satisfaction. As a certified facilitator in the model, I have seen lives transformed by the lessons learned from Working Genius both at home and at in the office. ******** Join my community: Working Mom Moments Facebook Group Get the latest - Email Newsletter: www.lacyjungman.com/insider Connect with me: info@lacyjungman.com Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lacyjungman/ If you're ready to create the work life blend you've always dreamed of, I'm here for you! Grab my podcast special here, which includes one-on-one session with me at a reduced cost!
“The single biggest advantage is organizational health.” That's a quote from Pat Lencioni, founder of the Table Group and bestselling author of books like The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Advantage. On today's show I have Tim Lyons who specializes in organizational health and leadership. He's worked closely and is friends with Pat Lencioni. How's that for a “name drop?” While Time is a wealth of knowledge and will be a repeat guest, today we dive into the 6 critical questions leaders and teams need to ask themselves. Self reflecting can lead to dramatic breakthroughs and in fact, will make or break your success. After following through on the actions from today's show, you'll build the 4 crucial disciplines and: Improve the cohesiveness amongst your team Create extreme clarity Double the effectiveness of your communication Reinforce the most important principles Learn the 6 crucial questions and create a 1-Page document to simplify things and create traction in your business and life! Learn more about Tim Lyons at www.timlyonsconsulting.com Listen to this episode, apply what you learn, and teach it to others. By the way, be sure to connect with me on Instagram! Listen and grow! Your Financial Coach, Billy P.S. If you or someone you know is looking for a plan to dial in their finances and achieve some financial freedom, book a short call with me here! P.P.S. You can book a call at that same link if you are interested in getting your financials dialed in and efficient with bookkeeping.
Pat is one of the founders of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 9 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of the Table Group, Pat spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health and consulting with executives and their teams. After more than twenty years in print, his classic book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, remains a fixture on national best-seller lists. His most recent book, The Six Types of Working Genius, was released in September 2022, and he is also the host of the popular business podcast, At The Table with Patrick Lencioni.” Podcast Handles to include in captions: At the Table with Patrick Lencioni https://www.tablegroup.com/at-the-table/ The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni https://www.workinggenius.com/podcast #podcast #spaghettionthewall #leducentertainment #patricklencioni #author
Patrick Lencioni is a New York Times bestselling author and keynote speaker. He is the President of "The Table Group" and is the author of 13 books including"The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable." He is the host of two podcasts, "At the Table with Patrick Lencioni" and "The Working Genius with Patrick Lencioni." Sign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15 http://SportsSpectrum.com/magazine
Patrick Lencioni is the co-founder and President of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, including The Five Dysfunctions of A Team, The Five Temptations of a CEO and The Motive. His books have sold over 8 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of the Table Group, Pat spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health and consulting with executives and their teams. Prior to founding the firm in 1997, Pat worked at Bain & Company, Oracle Corporation and Sybase. Pat joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk about his leadership journey, how he developed the organizational health movement, keys to effective and ineffective leadership and cultures, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Pat is the founder of The Table Group and author of 12 best-selling books including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Advantage. He is considered one of the nations leading experts on leadership, teamwork, and organizational health. And he is here today to talk about his newest model The Six Types of Working Genius. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Nobody should feel bad about wanting to use their God-given talent. We're here to serve others by using the talents we have. Instead of feeling guilty about it, lean into it. You are meant to do that. Pursue your geniuses. 2. When you figure out what your working genius and working frustrations are, it can change your career and your life. 3. Doing things outside of your working genius exhaust you, so it's best to limit the amount of exposure to those. Enter promo code FIRE and get 50 percent off of Pat's products - Pat's Website Sponsors HubSpot HubSpot's AI- powered tools are changing the way you create content and communicate with your customers! Find out more about how to use AI to grow your business at HubSpot.com/artificial-intelligence Thrivetime Show Is this your year? Visit ThrivetimeShow.com/eofire to see how Clay Clark's business coaching has helped thousands of entrepreneurs to dramatically increase profitability