A Conversation with Empowerment Coach Linda Brand (Episode 82)

Overview of The Working Genius (Episode 89)

The Working Genius is a self awareness model created by Pat Lencioni that has transformed teams in the workplace and also personal relationships as well. Take a listen for an overview and start to discover your geniuses!

Main points:

• There are 6 steps to getting work done, each of which correspond to the 6 “geniuses” - Wonder, Ideation, Discerning, Galvanizing, Enablement, and Tenacity.
• Each of us typically has two areas of genius that bring us energy, two areas that frustrate and drain us, and two areas somewhere in the middle.
• This podcast gives a high level overview of each genius. This introduction is a start to understanding your geniuses. It’s important to delve deeper to get true transformation.
• Start by noticing which activities under each area bring you joy and energize you and which deplete your energy (or you dread even the thought of doing).

Links

• The Working Genius website
• Overview workbook

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A Working Genius conversation with Sheryl Davis (Episode 88)

Ever feel like your work doesn't quite tap into your natural strengths? Does your work exhaust you by the end of the week? Could it be that your work is out of alignment with your genius? Did you even know that you ARE a genius? Come join me in my conversation with Sheryl Davis, from Wellness in a Chaotic World, as we discuss Pat Lencioni’s Working Genius, a game changing model of self awareness, not only for personal growth but for the health and dynamics of an entire team.

Main points:

• 6 steps to getting work done; 6 “geniuses” that correspond to each step
  • Each of us in a genius in 2 of the 6 areas - natural abilities, brings more energy
  • Each of us is competent in 2 areas - can do well, but more draining
  • Each of us is frustrated in 2 areas - hard to function and highly draining
• Aligning your work and the roles of each member of your team with these areas of genius can change individuals and teams in powerful ways-
  • Projects get completed more efficiently
  • Job satisfaction increases exponentially
  • Burnout - GONE!

Links

• Wellness in a Chaotic World podcast
• The Working Genius

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Check In With Yourself (Episode 87)

This week I am sharing transformative tools that have reshaped my approach to life's ups and downs. In the latest episode, I walk you through the powerful process of noticing your emotional and mental state, making aligned decisions and mastering the practice steps that lead to your desired results.

I believe there is a pause needed between the “Notice” & Decide” steps of my 3 step process. I encourage everyone to do this regularly - from a place of love, check in and see if your energy is aligned and if your nervous system is regulated before reacting to any situation or making any decisions about how to respond.

I'll share an experience with positive intelligence coaching that grounds you in the present moment.

Main points:

• Check in with yourself before reacting to any situation.
• Regulate your nervous system in a way that works for you.
• Operate and respond from a place of calm.

Links

• Susie Moore
• Positive Intelligence
• The Working Genius Podcast

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What is a "Manual of Me"? ( Episode 86)

Healthy self awareness changes everything!

I believe that transformation occurs when we embrace self awareness and grow in self love. It is the foundation of my coaching philosophy.

We live A Vibrant Life when we are healthy in all areas of life. Creating a personalized road map allows you to grow in self knowledge as you notice your strengths & weaknesses. Adding the “Manual of Me” to your toolbox of coaching tools allows you to navigate life, understand what makes you “tick” and create mutually flourishing relationships.

• Main points:
  • My favorite fundamental tools of self awareness include both the Working Genius and the Enneagram.
  • These resources have helped me to understand why I think and feel and do life the way I do and why the people that I'm in relationship with think and feel and do life so differently from me.
  • My idea behind the Manual of Me is that it is ever growing and evolving as you move through seasons of life- not something you make once and are done with it.
• Links
  • Pat Lencioni Working Genius
  • Cathy Heller
  • Suzanne Stabile; Enneagram Institute
  • Manual of Me pdf

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The Serenity Prayer (Episode 85)

The Serenity Prayer has application to many aspects of life, in every season of life - relationships, parenting, finances, physical fitness, managing the spaces in your home, even choosing your clothes. Join me in this episode as we explore the transformative power of The Serenity Prayer and see how it can impact your life.

• Main points:
  • Accepting what is not in our control in not easy, but it’s worth the thought work
  • Always start with what is manageable in your life, what is in your agency to control
  • Choose power thoughts to better respond to the circumstances life throws at you
  • Process all emotions that come your way, both positive and negative
  • Practice aligning intentional actions with your values and self worth
• Links
  • The Budgetnista (Tiffany Aliche)

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