At Genius Network Solutions, we are collaboration designers on a mission to equip leaders to build teams that truly work with each other, not just alongside each other. We give organizations the tools to understand their people, strengthen their systems, and create a culture where everyone thrives. By pairing real behavioral insight with practical strategy, we align the way people work together so collaboration feels natural and productive. The result is a team that communicates clearly, works in sync, and performs with purpose.
People aren't machines, they're dynamic, creative, and driven by different motivations. At GNS, we empower leaders to understand the natural aptitudes, energy, and patterns that shape how teams and individuals think, communicate, and perform. We then equip you with the tools to turn insight into systems of effortless collaboration.
By combining behavioral insight with the Working Genius model, we assist organizations in designing structures that align natural talents, balance blind spots, and foster meaningful connection between teammates.
When leaders build collaboration around how people actually operate, both individually and collectively, performance becomes sustainable and growth feels inevitable.
Learn MoreCollaboration design isn't just about identifying people's aptitudes, it's about building teams that bring those gifts together in powerful ways. That's why GNS integrates the Working Genius model, a proven framework that reveals how individuals naturally contribute to getting work done.
By mapping where each team member finds energy and where they encounter friction, leaders can structure teams that complement one another, reduce burnout, and communicate more effectively.
Every person has two areas of "Genius," where they naturally thrive and feel energized. They also have two areas of "Competency," where they can contribute but may tire over time, and two areas of "Frustration," where they're least effective.
When teams are built without understanding these dynamics, collaboration can break down. But when work is intentionally aligned with how people operate best, energy and performance multiply.
By recognizing where each team member draws energy, leaders can build teams that complement one another and transform natural bottlenecks into catalysts for collaboration. This approach creates a measurable competitive advantage that drives effectiveness, engagement, and stronger results across the organization.
The Six Types of Working Genius is a model developed by Patrick Lencioni and The Table Group. GNS uses it to map how every member of your team naturally contributes.
People with the Genius of Wonder are naturally curious and reflective. They ask thoughtful questions that challenge assumptions and help teams see what could be improved or reimagined. Their perspective prompts reflection, new ideas, and forward movement where others might settle for the status quo.
Those with the Genius of Invention bring creativity and original thinking to every challenge. They generate fresh ideas and design solutions with confidence, helping teams address problems in new and meaningful ways. Invention sparks innovation and drives progress from possibility to reality.
People with the Genius of Discernment have a natural ability to make sound judgments and sense what will work best. They rely on instinct, intuition, and pattern recognition to evaluate ideas, refine concepts, and guide teams toward the right path. Their insight helps separate the promising from the impractical.
Those with the Genius of Galvanizing inspire others to take action. They create excitement, build momentum, and rally people around a shared vision. Galvanizers are natural motivators who bring energy and enthusiasm to the early stages of execution, turning good ideas into movement.
People with the Genius of Enablement have an instinct to support others and help ideas gain traction. They listen, adapt, and respond to what is needed, offering practical help and encouragement that make progress possible. Enablement keeps collaboration connected and ensures everyone feels equipped to contribute.
People with the Genius of Tenacity have a natural drive to finish what they start. They are persistent, focused, and take pride in seeing projects through to completion. Their energy comes from achieving results and ensuring that goals are met with excellence and consistency.
Hear directly from clients about what changed when they started working in their genius.
What clients say about working with Mitch and the GNS team, from Google reviews.
"Mitch is able to explain Working Genius in a really succinct and personal way. He reflected back to me what I already knew to be true: that helping and inspiring people is at the core of who I am, and that the closer I am to people, the happier I will be. I had never heard it framed that way before, and it couldn't ring more true. Thank you for helping me see myself more clearly. It was so enlightening!"
"Working with Mitch and GNS has been fantastic. I've enjoyed learning more about myself and how I best work. I'd certainly recommend this team."
Let's look at two profiles, but with opposite geniuses.
WI-DG-ET
Wonder, Invention, Discernment, Galvanizing, Enablement, Tenacity
This person thrives at the front end of problem-solving. They love exploring big questions, generating new ideas, and finding creative ways forward. They're vision-driven and naturally bring innovation into the room.
ET-DG-WI
Enablement, Tenacity, Discernment, Galvanizing, Wonder, Invention
This person thrives at the execution and support end of the spectrum. They bring energy to getting things done, enabling others, and ensuring follow-through. They're reliable, steady, and thrive when there's a clear goal to pursue.
Successful organizations require both big thinking and disciplined delivery. The Creative Dreamer generates opportunities, frames strategic direction, and keeps the organization looking ahead. The Loyal Finisher provides the operational rigor that turns those opportunities into measurable outcomes, holding teams accountable and completing work with excellence.
When a leader intentionally pairs these strengths, the result is consistent. Strategy is ambitious and grounded. Ideas move from concept to execution without slipping through the cracks. That balance reduces wasted effort, improves time to value, and increases confidence across the leadership team.
GNS helps leadership teams identify these dynamics, create complementary pairings, and build systems so vision and execution work together. The outcome is a leadership structure that scales, not one that burns out as it grows.
Genius Network Solutions helps leaders and teams unlock their highest potential using the Working Genius model. We provide coaching, team workshops, and organizational strategy that improve communication, collaboration, and performance.
The Six Types of Working Genius is a framework developed by Patrick Lencioni and The Table Group that reveals how individuals naturally contribute to getting work done. Every person has two areas of Genius where they thrive, two areas of Competency where they can contribute but may tire over time, and two areas of Frustration where they are least effective.
The six types are Wonder, Invention, Discernment, Galvanizing, Enablement, and Tenacity. Together they cover the full arc of how work gets done, from asking the right questions and generating ideas to rallying people and driving projects to completion.
It starts with a conversation. Schedule a free consultation to talk through your goals and challenges, and we will introduce the Genius process that helps uncover what has been holding your team back. You can book online or call 651-337-9127.
GNS works alongside organizations of all sizes, from business owners and nonprofits to leadership teams, guiding them through conversations that spark insight, connection, and transformation.
Powerful teams don't happen by accident. They're designed. Schedule a free consultation to learn how GNS can help your organization build a team that thrives.
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