Podcast Summary
Working Geniuses: Identifying team members' working geniuses through assessments and team meetings can lead to improved communication, increased engagement, and a more effective team by facilitating better collaboration and addressing gaps in strengths and weaknesses.
Understanding the concept of working geniuses can significantly improve team effectiveness and productivity within an organization. To roll out this concept, it's essential first to help team members identify their individual working geniuses. This can be done through team meetings and assessments. Once team members understand their geniuses and how they contribute to the team, it becomes easier to identify gaps and weaknesses within the organization. For instance, a team lacking invention may struggle to come up with new ideas, but by recognizing this gap and assigning team members with the invention genius to take on new projects, the team can become more innovative and productive. The use of a team map, which visually displays team members' strengths and weaknesses in each of the six working geniuses, can help identify these gaps and facilitate better team collaboration. Overall, implementing the working genius concept can lead to improved communication, increased employee engagement, and a more efficient and effective team.
Working Genius Certification Program: A cost-effective, two-day training enhances productivity, saves hiring costs, fosters deeper bonds, and can be used in hiring process to increase job satisfaction and reduce turnover
The certification program, called "working genius," offers a cost-effective, two-day training for employees to become experts and consultants in their organizations. This program not only enhances productivity and saves hiring costs but also fosters deeper bonds among team members by revealing their unique strengths and passions. Moreover, it can be implemented as part of the hiring process to match employees with jobs they will excel in, increasing job satisfaction and reducing turnover. A legal concern regarding assessments in hiring was addressed, and the program was found effective even by a lawyer who initially opposed such assessments. The program's AI tool can help staffing companies and employers make better hiring decisions by identifying the most suitable candidates based on their working geniuses. Overall, the working genius certification program is a game-changer in enhancing employee engagement, productivity, and job satisfaction.
Role requirements, tools and hiring platforms: Unique skills and responsibilities require careful hiring and management for each role. Tools like Connect Team and Found simplify tasks, while Indeed helps find quality candidates based on specific business needs.
Every role, including executive assistant positions, requires unique skills and responsibilities. Hiring managers must identify and match candidates with their specific business needs, rather than relying on generic job titles. For instance, an executive assistant for a marketing head may need to focus on lead generation and deal closing, while another may require strategic branding expertise. Moreover, managing non-desk teams can present challenges, particularly in tracking their work and productivity. Solutions like Connect Team offer mobile-first employee management apps that simplify tasks such as time tracking, automating payroll, and creating checklists, making it easier for managers to oversee their teams. Additionally, hiring the right candidate is crucial, and platforms like Indeed can help businesses find quality matches based on their specific needs. Lastly, managing finances and bookkeeping can be time-consuming and overwhelming for some entrepreneurs. Tools like Found can streamline these tasks, offering features such as invoicing, bookkeeping, and tax planning, all in one place. In summary, understanding the unique requirements of each role, utilizing tools to manage non-desk teams, and leveraging hiring platforms and financial management apps can help businesses optimize their operations and ultimately, drive growth.
Team maps for identifying strengths and weaknesses: Using team maps to visualize strengths and weaknesses helps identify gaps and optimize productivity, preventing unnecessary hiring and training.
Effective teamwork relies on recognizing and leveraging each team member's unique strengths and weaknesses, or "geniuses" and "frustrations." When teams lack individuals with certain key skills, such as tenacity, enablement, or invention, projects can stall or fail. Misidentifying these gaps can lead to judgmentalism and the loss of valuable team members. By using team maps to visualize each member's strengths and weaknesses, teams can identify gaps and make adjustments to optimize productivity and avoid wasting resources on hiring and training new team members unnecessarily. It's essential to remember that everyone has valuable contributions to make, even if they don't fit neatly into traditional roles or expectations.
Effective Management: Understand team members' unique working genius and provide support to help them succeed, leading to increased effectiveness and better outcomes for the organization.
Effective management is essential for everyone in an organization, regardless of their role or level of experience. The inventor of the Working Genius assessment emphasized that even CEOs need to manage their direct reports, as every person benefits from clear direction and guidance. However, managing doesn't necessarily mean micromanaging or setting strict objectives. Instead, it's about understanding each team member's unique working genius and providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. By doing so, employees can become valuable management coaches for their leaders, helping them improve in areas where they may not be as strong. Overall, embracing the importance of management and adapting to individual team members' needs can lead to increased effectiveness and better outcomes for the entire organization.
Habits and savings: Incorporating good habits like earning cashback or using affordable services can offset the negative effects of bad spending habits. Creating human connections during virtual meetings and starting a business with accessible platforms can lead to savings and productivity.
Incorporating good habits into our daily lives can help offset the negative effects of bad habits. The speaker shared her experience of using Rakuten to earn cashback while shopping, effectively neutralizing her spending habit. Another example given was Mint Mobile's affordable wireless plans, making it easy for consumers to save money on their monthly bills. Lastly, starting a business with Shopify was highlighted as an accessible and scalable solution for entrepreneurs. During meetings, especially in the virtual Zoom format, it's essential to create a human connection and encourage open communication to ensure productive and meaningful discussions.
Meeting Types: Prioritize and separate daily check-ins, weekly tactical, strategic topical, and quarterly check-ins for effective meetings and productive conversations that drive growth. Understanding team members' working genius can further enhance meeting effectiveness.
Effective meetings require focus and dedication to specific agendas. According to the discussion, there are four types of meetings that should be prioritized and separated: daily check-ins (administrative), weekly tactical (running the business), strategic topical (exploring new initiatives), and quarterly check-ins (evaluating progress). Combining these meetings can lead to inefficiency and confusion. By recognizing the importance of each type and allocating appropriate time, organizations can foster productive and engaging conversations that drive growth. Additionally, understanding the working genius of team members can enhance meeting effectiveness by allowing for tailored approaches to communication and problem-solving.
Personal Growth and Gratitude: Identifying personal goals, practicing gratitude, and recognizing unique working genius are essential for personal growth and building effective teams.
Having a clear sense of self and personal goals is essential for making decisions and navigating life. Patrick Lynch emphasized the importance of identifying one's future self and what one wants to grow into. He also shared his personal practice of gratitude, which he has found to be critical in setting a positive foundation for each day. This involves recognizing and being thankful for the good things in life, rather than constantly focusing on what's next. Lynch also recommended the "Three Minute Reset" podcast for those interested in incorporating faith into their daily routine. In the business world, Lynch emphasized the importance of recognizing and valuing different types of working genius, as each person brings unique strengths to a team. By understanding and leveraging these strengths, organizations can build more effective and well-rounded teams.
Team mapping: Creating a detailed team map can help identify skill gaps and inform hiring decisions, potentially hiring individuals with unique skills that may not fit conventional metrics.
Creating a detailed team map can help identify skill gaps within your teams and inform hiring decisions. Patrick suggested this approach to reassign tasks, reshape groups and roles, and potentially hire individuals who may not fit conventional metrics but possess the right skills for the job. If you found this episode insightful, consider sharing it with colleagues or friends, and don't forget to leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts or find us on YouTube. At YAP Media, we're experimenting with AI to enhance our content and reach more people. Connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram, or send an email, and let me know your thoughts. This is Halataha, the podcast princess, signing off. Remember, the right person for the job might not be who you expect, so mapping out your team's strengths and weaknesses can lead to a more effective and productive team.