Enhancing Team Performance Through Working Genius

Background: Digi-Bridge sparks interest and persistence in STEAM learning, ensuring students in under-represented communities have access, opportunities and skills to succeed; in a rapidly changing world.

Challenge: The organization desired growth when it came to team communication, individual productivity, and understanding team members' unique work strengths and potential friction points.

Solution: Implement the Working Genius framework to:

• Increase self-awareness
• Improve team dynamics
• Enhance overall team productivity and collaboration

Implementation Process: The training followed a comprehensive approach:

1. Initial Assessment: Conducted individual Working Genius assessments for all team member
2. Team Dynamics Session:
   • Mapped team's collective Working Genius distribution
   • Identified potential collaboration opportunities
   • Developed strategies to leverage diverse working styles
3. Practical Application:
   • Redesigned team workflows to align with Working Genius insights

Results:

• Team members reported increased self-understanding
• Improvement in team communication effectiveness
• Enhanced project allocation and task management
• Improved overall team satisfaction and productivity

Impact: The Working Genius framework transformed Digi-Bridge's internal dynamics by:

• Providing a common language for understanding work
• Reducing interpersonal conflicts
• Optimizing team performance
• Supporting individual professional development

Conclusion: By embracing the Working Genius framework, Digi-Bridge created a more cohesive, self-aware, and high-performing team. The training not only improved internal processes but also reinforced the organization's commitment to continuous learning and personal growth.