What makes the Genius of Enablement (“E”) such a crucial part of team implementation?

Episode 91 of the Working Genius Podcast dives into the Enablement Genius with guest Tracy Noble, Chief Development Officer at The Table Group. Pat, Cody, and Tracy explore the subtle power of Enablement—how it brings relational glue to implementation and drives team cohesion. They also unpack the differences between Enablement and people-pleasing, and how to regulate Enablement without shutting it down.

Topics explored in this episode:

(0:52) The Complexity of Enablement

* Tracy describes how her Discernment constantly informs her Enablement.

* How Enablement is often misunderstood.

* Enablement goes far beyond just being helpful or friendly.

(4:35) Implementation, Not Just Helping

* Enablement starts implementation with people, not tasks.

* Teams without E often operate in silos.

(9:09) Virtue Versus Genius

* Enablement isn't the same as kindness—it can be self-serving in a good way.

* Tracy shares why Enablement energizes her when it serves others.

(13:44) Enablement in Action

* Enablement plays out in both personal moments and strategic leadership.

(17:21) Regulating the E

* Even Geniuses need regulation—especially Enablement.

* Recognizing when Discernment is needed over Enablement.

Thanks to Tracy Noble for being on the show!

Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-noble-025b40a/

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

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Be sure to check out our other podcast, At The Table with Patrick Lencioni, on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/4hJKKSL), Spotify

How can recognizing the “lowercase” application of your Working Genius improve your contributions to projects and increase your job fulfillment?

In episode 90 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson explore the distinction between “uppercase” and “lowercase” expressions of the six Working Geniuses. Joined by Matt Lencioni, they unpack how to apply your genius even when it's not the dominant need in a situation.

Topics explored in this episode:

(0:53) Introducing Uppercase and Lowercase Genius

* Using your genius in its "uppercase" glory or a "lowercase" supportive capacity.

(4:34) Applying Genius in Different Contexts

* Examples of uppercase geniuses, like a "Wonder" (W) initiating a new project or an "Inventor" (I) developing a new product.

* How lowercase W or I contributes to a launch meeting by wondering and inventing within the launch's context.

(8:16) Self-Regulation and Team Trust

* The difference between unhelpfully disruptive uppercase contributions and service-oriented lowercase ones.

(12:55) Shared Language

* Applying lowercase genius to prevent individuals from dominating.

* How Working Genius provides a shared language for feedback, fostering trust.

* Knowing one another's working geniuses allows for intentional delegation and contribution, leading to greater joy and fulfillment.

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.

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).

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How often do you assume someone’s behavior is a flaw in their character instead of a feature of their genius?

In episode 89 of the Working Genius Podcast, Patrick Lencioni and Cody Thompson unpack the “Fundamental Attribution Error” and how it damages relationships at work and at home. They explain how people often misjudge each other’s actions as flaws rather than features of their unique Working Genius. By walking through all six Geniuses, the hosts show how greater understanding can lead to less guilt, less judgment, and better collaboration.

Topics explored in this episode:

(0:35) Understanding the Attribution Trap

* The fundamental attribution error leads us to blame others’ character while excusing our own behavior.

* Working Genius helps reframe annoying behaviors as strengths expressed out of context.

(5:35) Wonder and Invention

* Wonderers can be misjudged as unfocused, skeptical, or afraid to commit due to their questioning nature.

* Inventors might be seen as flaky, ego-driven, undisciplined, or impatient due to their constant flow of new ideas.

(12:38) Discernment and Galvanizing

* Discerners are often misjudged as overly judgmental due to their evaluative nature.

* Galvanizers can be perceived as overly enthusiastic, insincere, or bossy.

(21:26) Enablement and Tenacity

* People with enablement might be seen as unwilling to say no or even dishonest due to their eagerness to help and affirm.

* People with tenacity can be unfairly seen as unsympathetic or afraid to fail because of their focus on finishing tasks.

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 (