Patrick Lencioni, The Table Group: Unleashing the Six Types of Working Genius

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Patrick Lencioni, author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Six Types of Working Genius . They discuss the importance of trust, vulnerability, and conflict in teams, as well as the six types of working genius. Patrick shares personal experiences and insights, providing valuable advice for effective communication and leadership. The conversation explores the five dysfunctions of a team, emphasizing the importance of trust, healthy conflict, commitment, accountability, and attention to results. It also delves into the significance of effective communication, vulnerability, and understanding individual working genius. Pat also shares insights on team dynamics, leadership, and the impact of dysfunctional behaviors on organizational success. In this episode you will learn: Trust and vulnerability are essential for effective team communication and collaboration. Conflict avoidance can hinder team progress and innovation. Constructive conflict is necessary for growth and improvement. Understanding the six types of working genius can help individuals and teams leverage their strengths and work together more effectively. Trust is the foundation of effective teamwork, and without it, healthy conflict and commitment cannot thrive. Healthy conflict is necessary for teams to address issues openly and make decisions that everyone can commit to. Lack of commitment leads to passive agreement, which results in a lack of accountability and inattention to results. Avoidance of accountability hinders team performance and requires peers to hold each other accountable for behaviors and commitments. Inattention to results occurs when individuals prioritize their department's success over the collective success of the organization, leading to dysfunctional team dynamics. About Patrick: 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 have 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. He is also the host of the popular business podcast, "At The Table with Patrick Lencioni". You can connect with Patrick Lencioni in the following ways: Websites: Linktree: LinkedIn: Read The 6 Types of Working Genius: Read The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team : You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways: LinkedIn : https:/ / LinkedIn Business Page : https:/ / YouTube : https:/ / Facebook : Dr. Laura Sicola Twitter : @LauraSicola Instagram : @drlaurasicola Website : Laura’s Online Course : virtualinfluence.today

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Patrick Lencioni, The Table Group: Unleashing the Six Types of Working Genius is an episode from Speaking to Influence by Dr. Laura Sicola.

This episode is 44:10 long.

This episode was published on Jun 11, 2024.

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