About this episode

Mike and Cory explore the framework of working genius to enhance work satisfaction and team dynamics.

This episode of Bookworm is sponsored by: Vitally : Your Copilot for AI-Powered Customer Success. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Today's author promises to teach us a framework that will change the way we think about work and teams forever. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to identify the type of work that brings them joy and energy, and avoid work that leads to frustration and burnout. Support the Show MacSparky's Robot Assistant Field Guide The Library LifeTheme Cohort The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono Kolbe A Index Conative Connection by Kathy Kolbe Success Profiler The End of Burnout by Jonathan Maleesic The Way of Excellence by Brad Stulberg How to Live a Meaningful Life by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans Mike's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cory's Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

People in this episode

Hosts: Mike Schmitz, Cory Hixson

Topics covered

• working genius
• team dynamics
• work satisfaction
• burnout prevention
• productivity

Keywords

• working genius
• Patrick Lencioni
• teamwork
• burnout
• productivity
• work types
• joy in work

Sponsors

Vitally

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team, Six Thinking Hats, The End of Burnout, The Way of Excellence, How to Live a Meaningful Life

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