Working Genius: Tap Into What Motivates You with Dr. Ali Atkison and Whitney Bandemer

Made for Impact

"Working Genius helps us tap into what intrinsically motivates us, leading to greater joy and productivity." - Dr. Ali Atkison

Understanding your Working Genius can unlock new levels of productivity and fulfillment in your work. But failing to recognize it can leave you stuck in frustration and inefficiency.

In this episode, Gretchen Schott is joined by Dr. Ali Atkison of HRD and Whitney Bandemer of WB Consulting to discuss the power of the Working Genius model. They explore how this tool has transformed their approach to leadership and team dynamics. You'll learn how to identify your own Working Genius, the impact it can have on your leadership style, and ways to integrate this understanding into your daily work. Listen as Gretchen, Ali, and Whitney share insights that will help you and your team thrive.

Tune in to this episode to gain actionable insights into:

• How to Identify and Leverage Your Working Genius: Learn to recognize what energizes you and how to use it to elevate your leadership and impact.

• Strategies for Building a High-Performing Team: Discover practical ways to align your team's strengths, enhancing collaboration and productivity.

• Overcoming Frustrations in the Workplace: Explore methods to transform common challenges into growth opportunities, boosting both morale and results.

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Strong leaders at all organizational levels are requisites for business success. Gretchen Schott's GrowU Leadership Pathways keeps a leadership ‘pipeline’ flowing to ensure skilled and competent leaders are present throughout every brand in the Threefold Portfolio. This episode of Made for Impact delves into one of six core competencies in this leadership journey – Coaching & Influencing

Resources:

Visit Whitney Bandemer’s Lead Boldly: https://www.leadboldlylearning.com/

Get your copy of Dr. Ali Atkison’s“How’s Your Computer-side Manner”: https://www.amazon.com/Hows-Your-Computer-side-Manner-Communication/dp/1636983065

Jump into the conversation:

[00:00] Introduction by Made for Impact with host Gretchen Schott [07:12] Overview of the Working Genius Model

[13:07] The impact of the Working Genius on team dynamics

[21:18] Challenges in implementing the Working Genius

[29:27] Real-world applications & leadership with the Working Genius

[37:24] Using Working Genius for new managers

[42:25] Family applications of Working Genius