00:00:00 - Introduction to Mary Martin and her Consulting Practice
00:05:30 - Making Hard Decisions at Work
00:10:59 - The Power of Personal Energy
00:16:28 - Channeling and Harnessing Strengths in the Workplace
00:22:01 - The Role of Kolbe in Personal and Professional Success
00:27:27 - Running Renegade and Marathoning
00:32:57 - Managing Mental Energy in Caregiving
00:38:22 - Anticipating and Managing Stress in a Health Crisis
00:44:02 - Advice for New Consultants
In this episode of Powered by Instinct, Amy Bruske engages with Mari Martin, a dedicated Kolbe certified consultant, to unpack the power of personal energy in the workplace.
Mari emphasizes the unmatched value of understanding one's striving energy, describing it as a "treasure trove" of potential. She shares personal anecdotes, highlighting how the Kolbe approach has been instrumental in her career and personal life.
The conversation takes a deeper dive into the nuances of the Kolbe A, B, and C indices, shedding light on their significance in aligning job roles with individual strengths. Mari's passion for elevating communication and understanding intent shines through, as she offers insights on how the Kolbe tool can be a game-changer in both professional and personal settings.
💡 Name: Mari Martin
💡 What she does: President
💡Company: Performance Strategies Group, Inc.
💡Noteworthy: Mari started in communications consulting, discovered Kolbe in the Wall Street Journal, and built her own company around it.
The Power of Kolbe in Personal Crises
Mari Martin discusses the transformative power of the Kolbe approach during personal health crises. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's mental energy and how it's expended, especially during challenging times. By being aware of one's natural instincts and how they play out in various environments, individuals can make informed decisions and navigate adversity with greater resilience. Mari's personal journey and her conscious decision to avoid being "Dr. Google" showcases the significance of using Kolbe to respond effectively to life's challenges.
Understanding Job Dynamics and Crafting Roles
Mari highlights the importance of understanding the dynamics within job roles. By recognizing the demands of a job and comparing them to one's natural instincts, individuals can identify gaps and potential stress points. Mari's personal experience of identifying a gap in her FactFinder trait and subsequently crafting her role to minimize stress serves as a testament to the adaptability and flexibility offered by the Kolbe approach. The emphasis is on building around strengths and crafting roles to align with one's natural instincts.
Kolbe's Role in Practical Application of Strengths
Mari contrasts the Kolbe approach with other tools like StrengthsFinder. While StrengthsFinder identifies strength themes, Kolbe provides insights into how to practically apply these strengths. For instance, Mari's theme of "responsibility" from StrengthsFinder is given context with her Kolbe score, helping her understand how to manage her responsibilities effectively. The conversation underscores the value of Kolbe in providing actionable insights and guiding individuals on how to harness their strengths in real-world scenarios.