EngagementFit

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 logicall...

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 DRIVE...

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,...

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...

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 neces...

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, th...

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 wor...

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 expre...

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 Enthus...

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 Le...

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...

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,...

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 collabora...

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 streng...

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 s...

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...

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 coll...

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 dr...

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 the...

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 o...

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 betw...

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...

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...

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...

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 per...