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Welcome to the EngagementFit Podcast, where we help you unlock your true potential and find meaning in every aspect of your life! Drawing on decades of research in positive psychology, we'll unveil the secrets to understanding your natural drives and drainers in order to navigate diverse environments with intention and purpose. Whether you're seeking clarity in your career or aiming to make a lasting impact, this podcast is your compass to a more purposeful life, where you will naturally THRIVE!

  1. 22 Jun

    EP29 Driving Impact: Dynamic Contrast between Enthusiast and Skeptic with Dries and Louise

    Join us as we explore the interaction between two contrasting DRIVES: the Enthusiast (emotionally expressive and relational) and the Skeptic (logical, analytical, and stabilizing). The conversation highlights how misaligned expectations between emotional and logical DRIVES can cause tension. For example, Louise may express thoughts with emotional depth, while Dries may respond briefly and logically, which can feel dismissive to her. Through awareness and communication, they learned to adapt: Louise moderates how she delivers emotional information and asks directly for clarification when needed. Dries makes intentional efforts to show emotional engagement when communicating. A key insight they share is that emotions are a form of logic for emotionally driven people, meaning they process information through feelings rather than purely analytical reasoning. They emphasize several important relationship principles: Awareness of DRIVES is essential to understanding others. Clear communication of needs and expectations prevents misunderstandings. Relationships are not always 50/50—sometimes one person must give more support depending on the situation. Serving and respecting each other’s differences strengthens collaboration. When Skeptics and Enthusiasts work well together, their differences become a strength: the Enthusiast raises energy and motivation, while the Skeptic grounds ideas with clarity and structure. Together they create a balanced dynamic where one uplifts and the other stabilizes. Key takeaway Contrasting DRIVES can create conflict, but with awareness, intentional communication, and respect for each other’s contributions, those differences can transform into powerful collaboration and mutual growth.

    46 min

  2. 5 Jun

    EP28 Drives in Action: Awareness to Application Part 3B Relating Drives

    Continuing from Episode 27, Andrew and Claire explore the application of Relating Drives, beginning with the Impact Player and moving through Includer, Networker, Nurturer, and Supporter. These DRIVES shape how people connect, influence, and support others within teams and relationships. The Relating Domain brings warmth, empathy, connection, and influence into teams and relationships. These DRIVES often operate quietly through energy and human interaction, yet their impact is profound. When managed well, they: Build trust Strengthen belonging Support collaboration Create emotionally safe environments When overplayed, they can lead to overextension, blurred boundaries, and relational pressure. Mastering these DRIVES allows individuals to create balanced, sustainable relational impact.

    28 min

  3. 7 May

    EP27 Drives in Action: Awareness to Application Part 3A Relating Drives

    In this Episode we are exploring the green energy of human connection—how relating DRIVES Articulator, Caretaker, Confidant, Enthusiast and Guardian shape the way we interact, influence, and navigate relationships. These DRIVES bring depth, meaning, and belonging into systems, ensuring performance happens with people, not at their expense. Relating DRIVES are about connection, emotional awareness, and sustaining human energy. They allow people to be seen and heard, build trust and community, lift morale, provide care, restore relationships, and foster thriving environments. Relating DRIVES bring human connection into action. Each DRIVE shapes how we express, sense, protect, energize, and uphold values within relationships. Understanding these DRIVES helps us create environments where people can truly thrive.

    26 min

  4. 9 Apr

    EP26 Drives in Action: Awareness to Application - Part 2B (Thinking Drives)

    This episode explores four thinking drives that influence how people process information, make decisions, and contribute intellectually within teams: the Skeptic, Specialist, Orientator, and Visionary. A key theme of the discussion is how each drive moves from awareness (how a person notices and interprets information)to application (how that insight turns into action or contribution). When these drives are managed, they combine caution, expertise, experience, and imagination to create stronger decision-making, clearer strategy, and more resilient organisations. Key takeaway: Each thinking drive transforms awareness into application in a different way. When these drives work together, teams gain a powerful balance of risk awareness, deep knowledge, historical wisdom, and future imagination. Managed well, this diversity of thinking creates clearer strategy, stronger decisions, and more resilient organisations.

    33 min

  5. 17 Mar

    EP25: Drives in Action: Awareness to Application - Part 2A (Thinking Drives)

    In this episode, we explore the Thinking Domain — the blue energy of reflection, reasoning, strategy, and conceptual clarity. Thinking Drives pause before acting. They help us interpret complexity, shape meaning, and elevate long-term decision-making. But awareness alone isn’t enough — thinking must translate into application. Each thinking drive is energised by the process of thinking — not necessarily by execution. Application occurs when another dominant drive translates insight into action, structure, or influence. When mastered, these Drives create clarity, coherence, innovation, fairness, and strategic momentum. When mismanaged, they distort perception, stall progress, or create misalignment. We unpack five core thinking Drives and how they show up at their best — and under pressure: Contemplator, Innovator, Integrator, Moderator and Navigator. Key takeaway: The energy isn’t simply to think — it’s to steward your thinking well.

    32 min

  6. 12 Feb

    EP24: Drives in Action: Awareness to Application - Part 1 (Accomplishing Drives)

    In this episode, we move from awareness to application, exploring the Accomplishing Domain — the red energy of doing, delivering, executing, and turning intention into results. These are the Drives that convert ideas into momentum, momentum into action, and action into outcomes. When well-managed, accomplishing drives create clarity, pace, and measurable delivery. When overplayed or misaligned, they can generate pressure, friction, tunnel vision, or burnout. Because these Drives are highly action-oriented, they don’t just shape what gets done — they shape how others experience us while it’s getting done. Awareness creates choice. Choice enables sustainable performance.

    36 min

  7. 12 Jan

    EP23: Driving Impact: Faith, Focus & the Power of DRIVE - Inside the Mind of Dries Lombaard

    Inside the Mind of Dries Lombaard. In this special episode of the EngagementFit DRIVE Podcast, we sit down with Dries Lombaard, co-founder of EngagementFit DRIVE, global leadership expert, executive coach, and author. Drawing from a life shaped by international experience, deep faith, and a passion for strength-based leadership, Dries reflects on who he is at his core and what truly drives his work. The conversation explores his journey from potential to purpose, the global experiences that refined his thinking, and his commitment to impact-driven leadership. With honesty, wisdom, and heart, Dries shares insights on contentment, relationships, leadership across cultures, and the future of EngagementFit DRIVE. This episode is rich in authenticity, reflection, and inspiration—and marks just the beginning of a powerful series of conversations.

    34 min

  8. 12/12/2025

    EP 22: Drives in Action: Highlights and Human Moments from the Year

    In this final episode of The DRIVE Podcast for the year, we look back on the journey we’ve taken together—exploring the drives, unpacking how they shape communication, and discovering how they influence the way we lead, connect, and create movement. Throughout the year, we learned that drives are more than inner traits; they form the rhythm of every conversation. The Articulator thrives when expressing, the Contemplator needs space to think, the Captain leads through direction, and the Caretaker connects through empathy. Understanding this helped us see that communication is ultimately an energy exchange—and when we manage our drives well, we create space for real understanding. We moved from theory into action, hearing the authentic stories behind real drives. These stories reminded us that our drives aren’t random—they’re clues to purpose. We saw this echoed in two powerful books released this year: “There Is a Reason You Are Here” by Gavin Lund and “Burn the Org Chart” by Dries Lombaard both offer new ways to understand purpose and leadership through rhythm, energy, and contribution. One key idea stood out: leadership isn’t about position—it’s about movement. Teams thrive when people stop waiting for permission and start moving with awareness. As we reflect on the year, we’re asking listeners: When did you feel most energised? When did you feel drained? Those moments point to where your contribution truly lies. Your drives are your compass. Follow where your energy flows and you’ll find both impact and meaning. As we head into next year, we’ll move from awareness to application—exploring practical ways to master your drives and hearing from guests who are living this rhythm in real time. Thank you for joining us on this journey. Stay awake, stay connected, and keep moving with your drive.

    12 min
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Welcome to the EngagementFit Podcast, where we help you unlock your true potential and find meaning in every aspect of your life! Drawing on decades of research in positive psychology, we'll unveil the secrets to understanding your natural drives and drainers in order to navigate diverse environments with intention and purpose. Whether you're seeking clarity in your career or aiming to make a lasting impact, this podcast is your compass to a more purposeful life, where you will naturally THRIVE!

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  • Creator
    EngagementFit
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
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    EngagementFit