EngagementFit

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.

In this episode, we step into the relating domain — the human heartbeat of team communication. After exploring the Thinking and Accomplishing domains in Episodes 19 and 20, we now turn to the 10 Drives that shape emotional connection, build trust, and create psychological safety in teams. From the expressive Articulator to the empathetic Caretaker, from the loyal Confidant to the energising Enthusiast, we unpack how each Drive uniquely influences communication styles — and what to look out for when these Drives are either dominant or draining. We also explore real-world insights from leadership coaching and team dynamics, including how these Drives show up in meetings, one-on-ones, and team culture. Expect honest reflection, practical examples, and powerful reminders of what it means to relate well in the workplace. Whether you're leading a team or wanting to understand your own communication better, this episode will deepen your insight into how relational energy flows — and where it sometimes gets stuck. Tune in to discover: How different Drives shape tone, trust, and timing What happens when we over- or underuse relational energy How to support teammates with different relational needs This episode is part of our DRIVE series. To discover your own Drives, visit engagementfitdrive.com .

Welcome back! Following Episode 19, where we explored the first four drives of the Thinking Domain, this episode dives into the next five: Navigator, Orientator, Skeptic, Specialist, and Visionary. Andrew and Tracy unpack how these drives influence the way individuals and teams think, decide, and communicate — and how “thinking energy” transforms into “communication energy.” What Listeners Will Learn: • How each of these five thinking drives influences communication and decision-making. • How to recognise these drives in yourself and your teammates. • Strategies to improve collaboration by aligning different thinking and communication styles. • Common blind spots each drive faces — and how to overcome them for clearer, more effective communication. • Practical ways to adapt your communication style depending on context, urgency, and team dynamics. When you understand how these drives influence thinking and communication, you can build stronger, more aligned teams — turning thought into momentum and vision into action.

Collaborative Communication Among Thinking Drives. This episode explores how different Thinking Drives influence communication and impact teamwork. Andrew and Tracy unpack the Contemplator, Innovator, Integrator and Moderator Drives, how these drives shape the way individuals and teams think, decide, and communicate — and how “thinking energy” transforms into “communication energy.” What Listeners Will Learn: • How each of these four thinking drives influences communication and decision-making. • How to recognize these drives in yourself and your teammates. • Strategies to improve collaboration by aligning different thinking and communication styles. • Common blind spots each drive faces — and how to overcome them for clearer, more effective communication. • Practical ways to adapt your communication style depending on context, urgency, and team dynamics. When you understand how these drives influence thinking and communication, you can build stronger, more aligned teams — turning thought into momentum and vision into action.

EF Podcast Episode 18 Part 1 - Collaborative Communication Among Accomplishing Drives This episode explores how different accomplishing drives shape communication styles and impact teamwork. Communication is the cornerstone of trust, productivity, and collaboration—but every personality has a unique “voice.” We break down 10 drives—from the Captain’s decisive clarity to the Fixer’s solution focus, the Initiator’s energy, the Scheduler’s structure, and the Sniper’s precision. Each brings strengths but also challenges if misunderstood. Listeners will learn: Why communication is critical for relationships and performance. How to adapt messages to different drives. How to prevent conflict and unlock collaboration. Practical tips for motivating without micromanaging, setting boundaries, and listening actively. Key takeaway: Effective communication isn’t one-size-fits-all. By recognising and honouring diverse drives, leaders and teams can collaborate better, solve problems faster, and achieve greater outcomes.

In this episode, we sit down with Clare, a dynamic leader, to explore how the DRIVE framework reshaped her approach to leadership, team collaboration, and even personal relationships. From her natural curiosity about human behavior to spearheading DRIVE rollouts across a 5,000-person organisation, Clare shares real-world moments of transformation—where energy aligned, trust deepened, and collaboration flourished. Whether you're a leader navigating complexity or a team builder chasing flow, this conversation is packed with aha moments, practical wisdom, and a powerful reminder: when you understand the Drives behind behavior, everything changes.

In this powerful episode, Cherice Far of Express Produce shares how the DRIVE program transformed her approach to work, team collaboration, and even her personal life. From juggling roles in a high-pressure industry to building stronger communication and emotional stability, Cherice explains how understanding her natural Drives gave her the language, confidence, and clarity to lead from her strengths. She recounts a breakthrough team moment where mutual understanding and appreciation reshaped their culture—and how being called "the glue" of the company affirmed her impact. If you're curious how DRIVE moves beyond a tool to become a life-changing map, this conversation will resonate deeply. Key themes: communication clarity, sustainable workload, emotional resilience, team appreciation, and contribution alignment.

In our last episode, we explored the Enthusiast Drive—this week, we turn our attention to the Fixer Drive. Join Andrew, Claire, and Tracy in a deep-dive discussion on what it means to be driven to fix, heal, and restore. Discover how Fixers thrive when faced with problems, weaknesses, or dysfunction—and how this Drive, when managed well, can become a powerful force for good. We’re also joined by special guest Anne, a passionate Fixer who shares candidly about her journey: the energizing joy of solving tangible problems, the challenge of letting go when solutions are out of reach, and the tension between her Fixer Drive and her drainer Drive, the Impact Player. Expect real-world stories—from restoring antique furniture to supporting loved ones—and honest insights on managing boundaries, avoiding burnout, and embracing self-awareness. 💡 If you or someone on your team has a Fixer Drive, this episode is your guide to unlocking its potential—without losing yourself in the process.

In this episode of the DRIVE Podcast, we unpack the contagious energy of the Enthusiast. If you're someone who lights up the room, thrives on optimism, and naturally lifts others' spirits—this one’s for you. Join us as we explore what it means to lead with positivity, navigate intense emotions, and balance your spark with the needs of those around you. We'll dive into real conversations about how Enthusiasts power up teams, clash (and collaborate) with Skeptics, and why learning to read the room is just as important as lighting it up. Ready to discover the Drive behind the joy? Let’s go!

In this episode, Tracy, Andrew, and Claire dive into the Scheduler Drive—what it looks like in action, what motivates it, and how it shows up in relationships and on teams. They explore how other Drives either boost, contrast with, or complement the natural structure-seeking energy of a Scheduler. With real-world dynamics and practical insights, the trio unpacks what happens when these Drives collide or collaborate.

In this episode we’ll be unpacking 2 Drives that fall into the accomplishing drive domain, and they are the Captain and Finisher. Claire, Tracy and Andrew will talk you through these drives in an open discussion and you will receive: - A definition of each of these drives. - Needs of each of these drives. - Booster drives to each of these 3 drives. - Practical application of the 3 accomplishing drives from real-life situations.

Welcome back! In this Drives in Action episode we’ll be looking at 3 ways in which people relate to each other within the EngagementFit DRIVE framework. We’ll be covering the 3 Drives: - Networker - Enthusiast - Includer We’ll delve into the details of these 3 Drives how they impact and influence the way a person interacts with others. We’ll also share stories and practical explanations of how these Drives play out in real-life situations.

In episode 10 of the EngagementFit DRIVE podcast, we’re unpacking the Supporter Drive. This episode is a ‘Drives in Action’ episode - which means we will share stories of drives that play in everyday scenarios, helping you relate and gain deeper insight into your drives. What will you gain from today’s podcast: - Definition of what the Supporter Drive is and how / where these people thrive. - An overview of the needs of someone who has a Supporter Drive. - Booster Drives to the Supporter Drive. - Personal experiences from Andrew (who has Supporter as his dominant Drive) which allows you, the listener, to relate to and understand how to manage being dominant in the Supporter Drive. Sit back, relax, and be enlightened!

In today’s episode we’re reviewing how the Coordinator and Sniper DRIVES contrast with each other, show up and play out. Tracy, Claire and Andrew delve into discussions around these DRIVES and provide practical insight into how to understand and manage them. In this episode you will learn: * More about the energy-filled Coordinator DRIVE - how it is defined. * An easy to understand comparison between an orchestra (and even motherhood!) and the coordinator DRIVE. * Understand how ‘busyness’ energises the coordinator. * Delve into the ultra focused Sniper DRIVE, it’s perfectionist quality, and how it can impact your other dominant DRIVES. * Clarity for those with dominant contrasting DRIVES on when and why to use each, with particular focus on Sniper and Coordinator.

We’re joined by Claire Muller on this episode, a leadership and executive coach specialising in personal mastery and mindset, for some invaluable insight in todays session that covers the Impact Player and Guardian Drives. In this episode we will: * Deep dive into an overview of the Impact Player and Guardian Drives. * Breakdown the needs of both Impact Players and Guardians. * Give you practical examples of how these Drives play out. * Provide an overview of ‘imposter syndrome’ - Claire explains why this can happen and how to handle it. * Offer guidelines on how to maximise your Drive should you be an Impact Player or Guardian.

In episode 7, we will unpack two contrasting DRIVES - the Articulator DRIVE and the Contemplator DRIVE. Tracy will give you a useful breakdown of what it means when two drives are contrasting, while Andrew breaks down how these DRIVES could show up for you. A few other things to expect: - What it sounds like to be an articulator. - Some hints and tips for articulators. - What it sounds like to be a contemplator. - Some hints and tips for contemplators. - Practical examples from Tracy & Andrew of how these DRIVES have impacted their lives.

Grab your daily cuppa and time-out session learning about two of the EngagementFit DRIVES that we call ‘sensing drives’. Today’s episode will cover how these 2 DRIVES are defined, and provide you with practical ways identify whether it could be one of your DRIVES. Gain first hand insight on how understanding their Nurturer Drive has helped both Andrew and Tracy in their lives and career. AND find out what it means when your DRIVE energy plays out like chemistry… Let’s go!

In part 2 of episode 5, Tracy and Andrew take a look at how moderator and navigator DRIVES contrast with each other, similarly to moderator and navigator. In this episode you can expect: - A view on the navigator DRIVE from a different to perspective (compared to episode 3). - An analogy of innovator DRIVE to that of a familiar app ;). - What type of DRIVE navigator is and how this affects the person who has this DRIVE. - The difference between moderator and navigator and how the two can support each other. - A note on how understanding the value of your DRIVES assists you within your career and for the greater good of the business you work within.

Get ready for another insightful session with Tracy and Andrew, as they unpack how Tracy’s innovator DRIVE contrasts with Andrew’s moderator DRIVE. In this episode you will learn: - How the moderator DRIVE is defined and how to manage it. - How the innovator DRIVE is defined and how to manage it. - What these above DRIVES look like for our coach, Tracy. - Two important aspects of DRIVES to always remember: the DRIVE energy, and managing the DRIVE needs.

You're in for an informative session on today's podcast, as we unpack the Drives that we call the 4 time orientated Drives. These Drives determine where your reference point in time is, in terms of how you make choices and decisions in your life. The Drives we are talking about are: Orientator. First Responder. Visionary, and Integrator. Let’s go!