Are We the Idiots? A Colourful Team Reflection | Pax8 - The Athena Rebels Podcast Episode 7

In this episode of Athena Rebels, we’re changing things up with a book‑club‑style conversation inspired by Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson — and asking the very real question… are we the idiots, or are we just different colours? We reflect on how our team used the book’s colour framework to better understand how we each think, communicate, and show up at work. We talk honestly about how we felt reading our own colour descriptions (some affirming, some uncomfortable), and what it revealed about our blind spots. We explore:. • Our different colour profiles and what resonated (or didn’t) • How opposite colours can actually work brilliantly together • Why self‑awareness is key to building stronger working relationships • How your colour — and behaviour — may be perceived by others, even when your intentions are good This episode isn’t about putting people in boxes. It’s about creating a shared language, improving communication, and recognising that difference doesn’t have to mean difficulty. Sometimes, it just means understanding each other a little better. Join the rebellion: 🔔subscribe, comment, and share the topics you want us to tackle next. 📌 The views and opinions expressed in the podcasts recorded in Pax8 studios are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Pax8. This podcast should not be considered professional advice. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS Sophie Dowsett-Smith | Manager of Strategic Consulting | Pax8 https://uk.linkedin.com/in/sophie-dowsett-smith-663b0222 Limara Thorne | Senior Strategic Consultant | Pax8 https://uk.linkedin.com/in/limarathorne ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ ☁ Learn More About Pax8 ☁ Why Pax8? - http://pax8.io/9oBr50OYkpi Explore our cloud marketplace - http://pax8.io/Pfoh50OYks1 ☁ Subscribe To Our Channel ☁ https://www.youtube.com/@UCPExUoFAYffRGZtFAkRH8ng ☁ Follow Us ☁ LinkedIn - http://pax8.io/1jFu50JJ423 Twitter - http://pax8.io/AAth50JJ42u Facebook - http://pax8.io/A4gR50JJ43f ☁ Shop Pax8 Club ☁ See our collection of softwear - http://pax8.io/YG9P50OYkun