The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni

88. MBTI Is the Noun, Working Genius Is the Verb

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Jun 3, 2025

Explore the intriguing relationship between the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and the Six Types of Working Genius. Discover how MBTI reveals your personality 'noun,' while Working Genius highlights your action-oriented 'verb.' Delve into real examples showcasing how different geniuses can emerge, even among those who share the same MBTI type. Unpack the nuances of personality dimensions affecting communication and decision-making, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness for better team dynamics and collaboration.

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MBTI is 'Noun,' Working Genius is 'Verb'

Myers-Briggs (MBTI) describes who you are as a personality (the noun).
Working Genius reveals what activities you love to do (the verb).

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Basics of MBTI Dimensions

MBTI includes four dichotomies: E/I, N/S, T/F, and J/P explaining energy, perception, decision, and organization preferences.
These dimensions influence how people think, communicate, and approach work.

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Energy Sources Vary by Spectrum

MBTI's Extrovert/Introvert dimension is viewed on a spectrum, unlike other binary MBTI traits.
Extroverts gain energy from groups; introverts recharge alone first.

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How can your understanding of Myers-Briggs add to your Working Genius?

In episode 88 of the Working Genius Podcast, Pat and Cody dive into the relationship between Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Six Types of Working Genius. They explore how MBTI describes who you are (the noun), while Working Genius describes what you do best (the verb). Through examples and insights, they show how combining both tools can improve self-awareness, team collaboration, and career decisions.

Topics explored in this episode:

(00:40) Nouns vs. Verbs: The Core Difference

* MBTI describes your personality preferences—the "noun" of who you are.

* Working Genius identifies the activities you love—the "verb" of what you do.

(04:30) A Crash Course in MBTI

* The four MBTI dimensions: E/I, N/S, T/F, and J/P.

* How these traits affect decision-making and communication.

(7:31) No Overlap, But Total Alignment

* Working Genius and MBTI have no direct correlation—and that’s a strength.

* Personal anecdotes show how people with the same MBTI have different Working Geniuses.

* The pairing of both tools unlocks richer insight into how someone works and thrives.

(18:59) Real Examples

* Stories from The Table Group that contrast MBTI and Working Genius. .

(24:46) Advanced Nuance and Practical Use

* The concept of a "secondary MBTI type."

This episode of The Working Genius Podcast with Patrick Lencioni is brought to you by The Table Group: https://www.tablegroup.com. We teach leaders how to make work more effective and less dysfunctional. We also help their employees be more fulfilled and less miserable.

The Six Types of Working Genius model helps you discover your natural gifts and thrive in your work and life. When you’re able to better understand the types of work that bring you more energy and fulfillment and avoid work that leads to frustration and failure, you can be more self-aware, more productive, and more successful. The Six Types of Working Genius assessment is the fastest and simplest way to discover your natural gifts and thrive at work: https://www.workinggenius.com/about/assessment

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