Boosting Team Performance with the Working Genius Framework

Boosting Team Performance with the Working Genius Framework

At People Matter Most, we believe that the success of any team starts with understanding the individuals that make it up. That’s why we’re excited to integrate the Working Genius Framework, developed by Patrick Lencioni and The Table Group, into our professional development training offerings. This framework helps teams improve communication, increase productivity, and enhance team dynamics.

What is the Working Genius Framework?

The Working Genius Framework identifies six distinct work styles, or “Geniuses,” that represent different stages of how work gets done. While most assessment tools are strictly personality-based, the Working Genius is a combination of personality and productivty - 20% personality assessment and 80% productivity tool.

These Geniuses are:

1. Wonder: The natural gift of pondering the possibility of greater potential and opportunity in a given situation.
2. Invention: The natural gift of creating original and novel ideas and solutions.
3. Discernment: The natural gift of intuitively and instinctively evaluating ideas and situations.
4. Galvanizing: The natural gift of rallying, inspiring, and organizing others to take action.
5. Enablement: The natural gift of providing encouragement and assistance for an idea or project.
6. Tenacity: The natural gift of pushing projects or tasks to completion to achieve results.

By understanding each team member’s unique strengths, teams can assign roles more effectively and minimize friction.

How It Helps Teams Thrive

1. Self-Awareness
Understanding your own work style—and that of your teammates—creates awareness that drives collaboration. When individuals recognize their natural strengths, they can focus on what they do best, allowing teams to work more efficiently.

2. Productivity
Aligning team members with tasks that play to their strengths helps boost overall productivity. With clearly defined roles, each person can contribute at their highest potential, speeding up decision-making and task execution.

3. Team Dynamics
The Working Genius framework fosters open communication and mutual respect. When teams understand the diverse ways people contribute, they reduce conflict and build stronger, more cohesive relationships.

Real-World Success

I’ve had the privilege of conducting Working Genius training for several clients and executive teams, and each has seen impressive results. By integrating this framework, teams have improved their communication, decision-making, and overall productivity.

We customize Working Genius trainings to meet the specific needs of your team. We’re committed to helping you build stronger, more efficient teams that operate at their best. And remember, people matter most—let’s help your team thrive together!

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