1135: Patrick Lencioni on How to Identify Your Gifts for More Energizing Work Days

1135: Patrick Lencioni on How to Identify Your Gifts for More Energizing Work Days

Author: How to be Awesome at Your Job March 9, 2026 Duration: 45:24
Pat Lencioni discusses how to tap into your genius to make work more fulfilling and energizing. — YOU’LL LEARN —  1) How to stop feeling ashamed of your weaknesses 2) The six types of working genius 3) The real reason why so many professionals are burning out Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1135 for clickable versions of the links below.  — ABOUT PAT —  Pat is one of the founders of The Table Group and is the pioneer of the organizational health movement. He is the author of 13 books, which have sold over 9 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. As President of the Table Group, Pat spends his time speaking and writing about leadership, teamwork, and organizational health and consulting with executives and their teams. After more than twenty years in print, his classic book, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, remains a fixture on national best-seller lists.  His most recent book, The Six Types of Working Genius, was released in September 2022, and he is also the host of the popular business podcast, At The Table with Patrick Lencioni. • Assessment: Working Genius Assessment (use code: AWESOME for 20% off) • Book: The 6 Types of Working Genius: A Better Way to Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, and Your Team • Podcast: At the Table Podcast • Podcast: The Working Genius Podcast • Website: TableGroup.com • Website: WorkingGenius.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —  • Book: Be Healed by Bob Schuchts • Book: Brother Odd: An Odd Thomas Novel by Dean Koontz • Past episode: 552: The Foundational Principle that Separates Good Leaders from Bad Ones with Pat Lencioni • Past episode: 707: Amy Edmondson on How to Build Thriving Teams with Psychological Safety — THANK YOU SPONSORS! —  • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME. • Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO • Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/better See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever feel like there's a gap between the work you're doing and the work you know you're capable of? That's the space where How to Be Awesome at Your Job lives. Hosted by Pete, this long-running podcast digs into the practical, often overlooked tactics that transform good performance into remarkable impact. Rather than abstract theory, each conversation with accomplished thought-leaders and results-getters focuses on extracting specific, actionable insights you can apply immediately. You'll hear real stories and candid advice that sharpen universal skills-like clear communication, strategic thinking, and effective collaboration-which are essential for any role that involves working with others and solving problems. With over 25 million downloads and recognition from places like The New York Times and Forbes, the podcast has become a trusted resource for professionals seeking more than just a checklist. It’s about cultivating a more fulfilling career, finding more meaning in your daily tasks, and yes, creating more wins and financial reward along the way. Tune in to discover how small shifts in approach can lead to significant gains in your performance, your well-being, and your overall enjoyment of the work you do.
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1134: Creating the Moments that Make Work Come Alive with Daniel Coyle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:08
Daniel Coyle shares how to infuse ordinary work moments with greater meaning, joy, and fulfillment. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why shared improvement beats self-improvement 2) The three minute visualization that liberates treme…
1131: How to Stop Playing Small at Work with Kelli Thompson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:51
Kelli Thompson shows you how to break free from intimidation, hierarchy, and self-doubt. — YOU’LL LEARN — 1) Why over-admiring your coworkers could be undermining your progress 2) The key to sustainable confidence 3) How…