Enneagram at Work

What You'll Hear in This Episode Type 8s are probably the most naturally comfortable type when it comes to giving feedback. They're direct, they don't dance around it, and they genuinely mean it as investment, not attack. That directness is a real asset in a world where most feedback conversations stay so soft the message never actually lands. But the same striving to feel strong th...

In this week's Coworker Compatibility episode, Demetrius "D" Parker from Trust Leadership Collective is bringing is real world experience to the coworker compatibility conversation between the Type 2 (striving to feel connected) and the Type 3 (striving to feel outstanding).  When you tune in, you'll hear about: the strengths of this duo at work  potential friction points  comm...

What You'll Hear in This Episode Type 7s are some of the most naturally energizing people in any workplace, and that energy is a genuine asset in feedback conversations. Sevens see potential quickly, frame things optimistically, and have a gift for making even hard conversations feel like they're going somewhere good. But the same striving to feel excited and satisfied that makes Sevens...

Check out this week's Coworker Compatibility episode between the Type 1 (striving to feel perfect) and the Type 8 (striving to feel powerful).  When you tune in, you'll hear about: the strengths of this duo at work  potential friction points  communication styles of each  leadership vs. direct report dynamics of each  growth opportunities in the workplace Resources + Links: Learn more ab...

If you're an Enneagram Type 9, or you lead one, this episode is for you! We're breaking down the do's and don'ts of giving feedback as a Type 9: the Consensus-Builder.  What You'll Hear in This Episode Type 9s bring something genuinely valuable to feedback conversations: warmth, steadiness, and an ability to make people feel safe before things get hard.  But the same striv...

Type 1s, known as the Administrator (source: Awareness to Action Enneagram) care deeply about doing things right. They're clear, they're specific, and they genuinely want the person in front of them to improve. But that same commitment to high standards can sometimes get in the way of the feedback actually landing. In this episode, we're walking through what Type 1s are already doin...

Check out the Backstory vs. Bullet Points episode mentioned here!  -> https://www.buzzsprout.com/1850780/episodes/16622539 What happens when the Achiever and the Individualist end up on the same team? In this episode of Coworker Chemistry, we dig into the Type 3 + Type 4 dynamic -  the strengths, the friction, the communication gaps, and what growth actually looks like when someone striving to...

For Type 2s, the Coach (source: Awareness to Action Enneagram), giving feedback isn't just uncomfortable, it can feel genuinely risky. When connection is your currency, anything that might strain a relationship hits differently. In this episode, we're walking through why feedback feels so hard for this type, what Type 2s are already doing well, and a few adjustments that can help their f...

Both of these types are driven by ideas. Both can light up a room when the topic is right. But underneath that shared curiosity, two very different strivings are running the show. The Five's striving to feel detached, capable, and competent isn't about being a know-it-all, it's about making sure they have enough before they give anything away. They go inward, go deep, and conserve t...

Type 3s are probably the most comfortable type when it comes to giving feedback: direct, efficient, and genuinely invested in bringing people along toward success. But that same drive that makes feedback feel natural can also cause it to miss the mark. In this Starting Monday episode, we're breaking down three things Type 3s should keep doing and three things worth reconsidering, so your feed...

Striving to Feel Powerful meets Striving to Feel at Peace The Eight and Nine pairing is one of those dynamics where the differences are impossible to miss and the similarities can be completely hidden.  Eights tend to be direct, decisive, and energized by challenge. Nines are steady, accommodating, and energized when everyone is getting along.  But here's what most people miss: both types are...

If you work with or manage a Type 4 (or if you are a Type 4!) this one's for you. In this episode of our Starting Monday series, we're breaking down the do's and don'ts of giving feedback as an Enneagram Type 4: the Visionary. As always, the goal is simple: take these insights and put them to work by Monday. What You'll Hear in This Episode Type 4s bring something genuinel...

NEW RESOURCE! The Manager's Prompt Pack: Scripts for All Types in All Situations Download Now for just $47. Striving to Feel Perfect Meets Striving to Feel Safe What happens when the person striving to get everything right teams up with the person striving to feel safe and certain ? In this episode of the Coworker Chemistry series, we're diving into one of the most quietly complex pairin...

Set the stage for collaborative coworker chemistry among all the types inside your team with the Enneagram Introduction DIY Workshop Kit:  https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-workshop-kit ****** What happens when your most standards-driven coworker teams up with your most relationship-focused one? In this episode, we're kicking off a brand new series on coworker chemistry, and we're s...

Get access to the DIY Workshop Kit plus get the "Coworker Chemistry" add-on slide deck for free (a $95 value):  Step 1: Add the DIY Kit to your cart:  https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-workshop-kit Step 2 : Check the box under the checkout section to add your free access to the Coworker Chemistry slide deck using the coupon code FEBENNSIDER (valid the whole month of February 2026). ...

Get access to the DIY Workshop Kit plus get the "Coworker Chemistry" add-on slide deck for free (a $95 value):  Step 1: Add the DIY Kit to your cart:  https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-workshop-kit Step 2 : Check the box under the checkout section to add your free access to the Coworker Chemistry slide deck using the coupon code FEBENNSIDER (valid the whole month of February 2026). ...

Get access to the DIY Workshop Kit plus get the "Coworker Chemistry" add-on slide deck for free (a $95 value):  Step 1: Add the DIY Kit to your cart:  https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-workshop-kit Step 2 : Check the box under the checkout section to add your free access to the Coworker Chemistry slide deck using the coupon code FEBENNSIDER (valid the whole month of February 2026). ...

Get access to the DIY Workshop Kit plus get the "Coworker Chemistry" add-on slide deck for free (a $95 value):  Step 1: Add the DIY Kit to your cart:  https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-workshop-kit Step 2 : Check the box under the checkout section to add your free access to the Coworker Chemistry slide deck using the coupon code FEBENNSIDER (valid the whole month of February 2026). ...

Get access to the DIY Workshop Kit plus get the "Coworker Chemistry" add-on slide deck for free (a $95 value):  Step 1: Add the DIY Kit to your cart:  https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-workshop-kit Step 2 : Check the box under the checkout section to add your free access to the Coworker Chemistry slide deck using the coupon code FEBENNSIDER (valid the whole month of February 2026). ...

Get access to the DIY Workshop Kit plus get the "Coworker Chemistry" add-on slide deck for free (a $95 value):  Step 1: Add the DIY Kit to your cart:  https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-workshop-kit Step 2 : Check the box under the checkout section to add your free access to the Coworker Chemistry slide deck using the coupon code FEBENNSIDER (valid the whole month of February 2026). ...

In this episode of Enneagram at Work , we are wrapping up the 9 Types Overview Series with a look at Enneagram Type 9: Striving to Feel Peaceful, one of the most quietly influential and calming energies on any team. Type 9s are often seen as easygoing or agreeable, but what I experience in leadership teams and workshops is something much more meaningful. Type 9s bring stability, empathy, and the a...

In this episode of Enneagram at Work , we are continuing with the 9 Types Overview Series with a closer look at Enneagram Type 8: Striving to Feel Powerful. Type 8s are often labeled as controlling or aggressive, but what I see in real teams and leadership rooms is something very different. At their best, Type 8s are decisive, protective, and deeply committed to fairness and truth. In this episode...

In this episode of Enneagram at Work , we are continuing the 9 Types Overview Series with a deep dive into Enneagram Type 7: Striving to Feel Excited. This is a type I know well, and one I see bringing incredible energy, creativity, and forward momentum into teams and organizations. Type 7s are often described as optimistic, fun, and high-energy, but there’s much more going on beneath the surface....

Listen to this fun conversation with Demetrius "D" Parker, founder at Trust Leadership Collective and Enneagram MBA Leadership Coach as we each share key insights or ways we've used what we've learned about the Enneagram in our own lives!  Learn more about working with D: h ttps://trustleadershipcollective.odoo.com/ Or hire him to lead your executive team through the Enneagram:...

In this episode of Enneagram at Work , we are continuing the 9 Types Overview Series with a closer look at Enneagram Type 6: Striving to Feel Secure. This can be one of the most misunderstood types, and also one of the most important energies on any team. In many descriptions, you'll seeType 6s often labeled as anxious or fearful, but what I see again and again in workshops and leadership tea...