The Six Types of Working Genius

IE/EI – The Adaptable Designer People with this Genius pairing derive real joy and energy from providing new solutions and ideas that serve the unique needs of others. They have the rare ability to balance their passion for ingenuity with the capacity to adjust to the desires of the people they are serving. They are creative, flexible, open to feedback, and easy to work with. In their desire to please others, they are too quick to accommodate and avoid advocating for their own ideas. This can leave them feeling undervalued. To learn more about Unique Pairings, check out these podcasts: ?? https://lnkd.in/dS4TJ4R2 ?? https://lnkd.in/dzwRqgC8

IG/GI – The Evangelizing Innovator People with this Genius pairing derive real joy and energy from generating new ideas and convincing others of an idea’s merit. Exuberant and enthusiastic, they are not easily deterred by initial pushback, and enjoy the challenge of sharing ideas to convince others to act. They can be hasty to start selling ideas before taking time to fully consider the prudence of an idea, and can be initially perceived as slightly over-the-top in their approach. To learn more about Unique Pairings, check out these podcasts: ?? https://lnkd.in/dS4TJ4R2 ?? https://lnkd.in/dzwRqgC8

ID/DI – The Discriminating Ideator People with this Genius pairing get real energy and joy from using their intuition and instinctive ability to come up with new ideas from scratch, and they are good at using integrative thinking and pattern recognition rather than data and expertise. As a result, they are particularly effective in solving problems and coming up with workable, practical solutions with a particularly high level of success. They can sometimes appear impatient and over-confident when they receive pushback around their ideas, and they often lose interest after the initial phase of Invention is over. To learn more about Unique Pairings, check out these podcasts: ?? https://lnkd.in/dS4TJ4R2 ?? https://lnkd.in/dzwRqgC8 ?? https://lnkd.in/eE4ZU3Vk (specifically about working with ID's)

WT/TW – The Careful Implementer People with this Genius pairing derive real joy and satisfaction from getting things done in a thorough and reliable way, as long as they understand the rationale and importance of what they are doing. They are a mysterious mix of practicality and inquisitiveness, action, and reflection. As a result of the divergence between Wonder and Tenacity (they are at opposite ends of the process of work), they often find themselves experiencing and projecting angst in the midst of a project, feeling an almost overwhelming need to slow down and ask questions that might alleviate potential problems. To learn more about Unique Pairings, check out these podcasts: ?? https://lnkd.in/dS4TJ4R2 ?? https://lnkd.in/dzwRqgC8

WE/EW – The Idealistic Supporter People with this Genius pairing derive real joy and energy from providing meaningful support to causes that align with their idealistic values and sense of belonging. They are often modest about their abilities, loyal, and selfless, proving to be extremely valuable, low-maintenance team members. Because of their depth and desire to please others, they can sometimes be overly deferential and often hesitate to initiate change, preferring to let others make the first move. To learn more about Unique Pairings, check out these podcasts: ?? https://lnkd.in/dS4TJ4R2 ?? https://lnkd.in/dzwRqgC8

WG/GW – The Philosophical Motivator People with this Genius pairing derive real joy and energy from contemplating potential in the world around them, passionately exhorting and encouraging others. They are idealistic and enthusiastic. Their combination leads them to sometimes experience and portray a sense of impulsivity or unpredictability, as they go back and forth between passionate action and cautious reflection.? To learn more about Unique Pairings, check out these podcasts: ?? https://lnkd.in/dS4TJ4R2 ?? https://lnkd.in/dzwRqgC8

WD/DW – The Contemplative Counselor People with this Genius pairing derive real joy and satisfaction from using their intuition and instincts to evaluate ideas and plans, and to provide others with thoughtful feedback. They tend to be extremely observant and deep in their thinking, and express their insights using impactful words. Because of their proclivity to nuance, they can sometimes be hesitant to declare certainty or express confidence in their own judgments. To learn more about Unique Pairings, check out these podcasts: ?? https://lnkd.in/dS4TJ4R2 ?? https://lnkd.in/dzwRqgC8

WI/IW – The Creative Dreamer People with this Genius pairing derive real joy and energy from contemplating the world around them and generating a fountain of new ideas. Generally idealistic and future-oriented, they are passionate about new possibilities that break through unnecessary boundaries. They don’t value practicality, focus or implementation as much as idealism and ingenuity. This sometimes leads to stress or chaos among people around them who might be looking for realism and actionability. To learn more about Unique Pairings, check out these podcasts: ?? https://lnkd.in/dS4TJ4R2 ?? https://lnkd.in/dzwRqgC8

? The Genius of Tenacity ? Tenacity geniuses have the natural gift of pushing projects and tasks through to completion to ensure that the desired results are achieved. They also tend to think and say: - "This is going to get done." - "We need to raise our standards here." - "I’m concerned that we’re not going to hit our deadline." - "Here, let me do it.?" Those with the Genius of Tenacity derive joy and energy from crossing tasks off a list and knowing that they met the standards for completion. They are also?very comfortable pushing through obstacles. Tenacity geniuses are great at making sure that goals are met and projects are completed on time, even when inevitable problems surface. TAG someone with the Genius of Tenacity in the comments below... and where you have seen their ability to execute, get things done, and achieve the desired results!

? The Genius of Enablement ? Enablement geniuses have the natural gift of providing others with encouragement and assistance for projects and tasks. They also tend to think and say: - "I’ve heard enough. I’m in." - "Let me know how I can help." - "This is exciting. Sign me up." - "I want to help make this successful. What do you need?" Those with the Genius of Enablement derive joy and energy from providing others with the support they need to get something started, and by providing the human glue required to hold it together.?Enablement geniuses are great team players who generate higher morale and greater interpersonal appreciation and support.? TAG someone with the Genius of Enablement in the comments below... and how they have brought the unconditional support, help and assistance you/your team consistently needs!