Welcome to The Functional Trust Blog

Your essential guide to mastering intentional transitions and unlocking your next phase of growth.

Strengthening Strengths vs. Strengthening Weaknesses: Where Should You Invest Your Time?

Why Adding More Horsepower Won’t Fix Your Performance: Addressing the Real Points of Friction in Your Life’s Operating System

Prepare for Success: The Interplay of Strengths and Weaknesses

Preparing Ambitious People for the Success They’re Destined For

How to Collaborate Effectively When You Have Archetype Gaps—At Work and in Your Personal Life

The Importance of Knowing Your Function: A Lesson from the Stage

Career Transition: A Perfect Opportunity to Discover Your Core Function—And What Energizes You

Why Your Energy Matters More Than Your Role During a Transition

The Three Core Functions: Ideator, Operator, Administrator—A Framework for Your Life’s Next Transition

Transition with Confidence

In this blog, we’ll break down the entire process of transformation—from identifying who you are and what brings you energy, to clarifying your goals, and finally, creating a structured plan for how to achieve them. We’ll dive into each phase, exploring the tools, resources, and mindsets you need to cut through distractions and take intentional action. Whether you’re navigating personal transitions or career shifts, this blog is here to guide you every step of the way.

You’ll find insights on how to:

  • Clarify Your Identity: We’ll explore how to understand who you are at your core, and how to align your strengths with your ambitions to unlock your full potential.
  • Define What You Want: Learn how to get clear on your goals and remove the noise, so you can focus on what truly matters and create a vision that energizes you.
  • Plan and Execute with Confidence: Discover frameworks, strategies, and resources for taking action, following through, and moving forward with purpose and clarity.