What if the things you feel most ashamed of at work are actually your superpowers? In this conversation, I sit down with bestselling author and Founder & CEO of Working Genius, Patrick Lencioni. We dive into his Working Genius framework to discover why certain kinds of work light you up while others reliably drain you. Using his six types of “genius” we explore why differently wired (aka “spiky”) brains can be massive assets in leadership when we stop trying to do everything. You’ll also hear Pat share candidly about his own anxious achieving, how working outside his genius led to grumpiness and burnout, and what changed when he finally designed his role (and team) around his true strengths. It’s time to reframe guilt and shame around your “weaknesses,” so you can lead from your zone of genius with more effectiveness, sustainability, and joy.

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In this Episode, You Will Learn

00:00 How to stop feeling ashamed of what you’re not good at.

04:00 How to become boldly bad at things as a neurodistinct leader.

10:45 The six types of Working Genius and how to discover yours.

16:00 How wounds and fear can push you to overachieve at work you dislike.

18:00 What is the difference between fear-based vs. joy-based achievement?

24:00 Why burnout is more about misalignment than workload.

31:00 How knowing your team’s geniuses transform trust and accountability.

33:30 Why your team will perform better when everyone admits what they are bad at.

40:30 What should I do if my job doesn’t fit my working genius?

Resources + Links

Take the Working Genius Assessment HERE Use promo code ACHIEVER for 20% off

Get a copy of my book - The Anxious Achiever

Watch the podcast on YouTube 

Find more resources on our website morraam.com

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