The 6 Types of Working Genius: A Better Way to Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, and Your Team
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New York Times best-selling author Patrick Lencioni unveils a truly groundbreaking new model that will change the way we think about work and teams forever.
The 6 Types of Working Genius is the fastest way to help people identify the type of work that brings them joy and energy, and avoid work that leads to frustration and burnout.
Beyond the personal discovery and instant relief that Working Genius provides, the model also gives teams a remarkably simple and practical framework for tapping into one another’s natural gifts, which increases productivity and reduces unnecessary judgment.
In classic Lencioni fashion, Pat brings his model to life in a page-turning fable that is as relatable as it is compelling. He tells the story of Bull Brooks, an entrepreneur, husband, and father who sets out to solve his own frustration at work and stumbles into a new way of thinking that changes the way he sees his work, his team, and even his marriage.
What sets this book—and the model behind it—apart from other tools and assessments is the speed at which it can be understood and applied, and the relevance it has to every kind of work in life, from running a company to launching a product to managing a family.
In addition to this book, Lencioni and the Table Group have created a 10-minute assessment that helps individuals quickly identify their gifts and apply this model to themselves and their teams. Join the hundreds of thousands of people who have already discovered their Working Genius, and experience the transformation in your work, your team, and your life.
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Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers say this book is helpful, life-changing, and easy to read, with a concise fable-driven explanation of the model and practical real-life applications. They also say it is well worth the time and provides clarity on how work is divided.
Some Amazon reviewers are dissatisfied with the assessment portion, saying it does not include a built-in test to determine one’s type or clear next steps. A Reddit thread is more negative, with one user calling the book awful, while smaller review blogs are mixed but often positive about its usefulness for teams and coaching.
The general pattern is that readers who want a simple framework for teamwork and self-understanding tend to like it, while readers expecting a more complete assessment or deeper implementation guidance can be disappointed.
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| Publisher | Matt Holt Books |
| Publication date | September 27, 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 240 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1637743297 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1637743294 |
| Item Weight | 14.4 ounces |
| Dimensions | 6.18 x 0.87 x 9.29 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,761 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Occupational & Organizational Popular Psychology #9 in Human Resources & Personnel Management (Books) #25 in Business Management (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,241) |
