Enneagram in Real Life

There are about as many paths to becoming a coach as there are coaches. Today, I talk about my path in particular and give you some ideas on how to pursue becoming an Enneagram coach. Here are the key takeaways: Coaching vs. Therapy My Road Map Things you need to know if you want to go down this path Resources mentioned in this episode: International Coach Federation (ICF) Credential - https://coa...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL we meet with Jackie Brewster, a certified Enneagram coach, experiential specialist, author, and speaker who consults with teams and people across the country. She shares daily, practical Enneagram content on her fast-growing Instagram page @enneagramwithjb. In her free time, Jackie loves to cook, work out, and spend time with friends, and is constantly on th...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we discuss the motivations of each Enneagram type while also touching on what each type avoids. As we explore each type, we provide real-life examples of the motivations and behaviors, highlighting how they can show up in everyday life.  ​​ If you have any examples of how you've seen your own type's motivation show up in your day-to-day life, we w...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Chichi Agorom , a writer, a Certified Enneagram Teacher & Practitioner through the Narrative Tradition, adjunct faculty at The Narrative Enneagram and a former psychotherapist whose life’s work is to support people on their journeys towards wholeness and healing. Her greatest joy is learning how to belong to herself, and creating spaces—bot...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we are in full swing with season 3! As we introduce a new season, we are also introducing a new co-host, Heidi Alaniz Critz, who has been part of the Nine Types Co. team for almost three years. Get to know both of us in this episode as we do a deep dive into our personal Enneagram journeys, our types, subtypes, and more!  Here are the key takeaways: How did...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Scott Allender. Scott Allender is an expert in global leadership and organizational development. Along with cohosting The Evolving Leader podcast, Scott regularly teaches Enneagram workshops and conducts typing interviews and emotional intelligence assessments for individuals and teams who seek to become more radically self-aware and cognizant...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Tori Dunlap, an internationally-recognized money and career expert, and podcast host. After saving $100,000 at age 25, Tori quit her corporate job in marketing and founded Her First $100K to fight financial inequality by giving women actionable resources to better their money. She has helped over three million women negotiate salary, pay off de...

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDES ARE HERE! https://ninetypes.co/giftguides On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we are sharing a fun conversation I had with Nikki Meyers as I joined her Live Talk Radio Show, The Traveling Enneagram. Nikki Meyers is a certified Enneagram Practitioner with a serious passion for helping people be the very best version of themselves each and every day by cultivating self-aware...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Samantha Mackay, an Enneagram coach, trainer, and educator who specializes in using the Enneagram to amplify personal growth and healing. Samantha was a litigation lawyer until chronic stress and burnout lead her to evaluate what she really wanted in her life and to find the source of her pain. As a Self-Preservation Seven, she was good at igno...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Stephanie Woodward, a whole-life and leadership coach, facilitator, and author of The Big Scale Back: Success and balance by your own design (which was just released this week). She is the founder of Agency to Change, a boutique firm specializing in custom coaching programs to help individuals and teams redefine their relationship with work.  W...

Welcome back to Enneagram IRL, the weekly podcast where we go beyond Enneagram theory and dive into practical understanding, new clarity, and fresh insight. We’re talking about how each type is in REAL LIFE so you can remember – you’re more than just a number. We meet with Amanda E. White, a licensed therapist and the creator of the popular instagram account @therapyforwomen. She is the author of...

Welcome back to Enneagram IRL, the weekly podcast where we go beyond Enneagram theory and dive into practical understanding, new clarity, and fresh insight. We’re talking about how each type is in REAL LIFE so you can remember – you’re more than just a number. On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Leslie McDaniel, a coach, personality consultant, and podcast host for creative and a...

Welcome back to Enneagram IRL, the weekly podcast where we go beyond Enneagram theory and dive into practical understanding, new clarity, and fresh insight. We’re talking about how each type is in REAL LIFE so you can remember – you’re more than just a number. On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Kelli Thompson, a women’s leadership coach and speaker who helps women advance to the...

Welcome back to Enneagram IRL, the weekly podcast where we go beyond Enneagram theory and dive into practical understanding, new clarity, and fresh insight. We’re talking about how each type is in REAL LIFE so you can remember – you’re more than just a number . On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Gina Gomez, a Conscious Breakup & Relationship coach, and author of the book, Th...

Welcome back to Enneagram IRL, the weekly podcast where we go beyond Enneagram theory and dive into practical understanding, new clarity, and fresh insight. We’re talking about how each type is in REAL LIFE so you can remember – you’re more than just a number .  This week’s episode of Enneagram IRL we meet with Grizel Caminas, an outdoor enthusiast and therapist who uses her platform to inspire fo...

We've got some incredible episodes coming up! But this week, we're taking a little fall break. If you have any favorite business owners, podcasters, or creators you'd love to hear on the show, shoot me a DM at @ninetypesco, or send them in here: https://ninetypes.co/contact We'll be back next week with a brand new episode. Happy October! Want to keep learning about the Enneagra...

Welcome back to Enneagram IRL, the weekly podcast where we go beyond Enneagram theory and dive into practical understanding, new clarity, and fresh insight. We’re talking about how each type is in REAL LIFE so you can remember – you’re more than just a number .  This week’s episode of Enneagram IRL is a little special because I'm the one being interviewed! Truity Labs (@truitylabs) is an onli...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Kristi Rowles, a mental health therapist turned Enneagram Coach. She runs Full + Free Enneagram Co and launched Enneagram University in 2020 where she trains people-and-Enneagram-loving humans to be the most competent and confident coaches on the market. Kristi is known for teaching the Enneagram in a way that is accessible, practical, fun, and...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Brandon Hall! In this anniversary episode of Enneagram in Real Life (that’s right, it’s their anniversary!), Brandon and Steph answer listener & Enneagram follower question about life, relationships, and the Enneagram. Check out some of Brandon’s design work on Instagram: @chainbraindg   Key Takeaways Brandon’s Typing Journey How we see bot...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Sarah Mikutel, an American writer and coach and host of the LIVE Without Borders podcast. We discuss the energizing concept of Stoicism and grasp the empowering idea of living your life to the fullest and what exactly that means as Sarah shares her experiences and knowledge as a Self- Preservation Nine. Find the full show notes here: https://ni...

Enneagram type is frequently described as a lens through which we see the world. This lens often causes us to overfocus on certain things and completely miss other things! What if we could shift our focus to see what we’re missing? This episode was inspired by my own thoughts around what I tend to overfocus on and what that causes me to miss, and as I reflected on this idea, I realized that I’d ex...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we continue our conversation with Jacqui Acree. We talk about what it’s like to be an Enneagram Eight, finding softness and gentleness through EFT tapping, and the power of NOT powering through. Find the full show notes here: https://ninetypes.co/blog Follow Jacqui on Instagram: @jacqui.acree  Or connect with her online: https://jacquiacree.com/ Key Takeawa...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Jacqui Acree. We talk about what it’s like to be an Enneagram Eight, finding softness and gentleness through EFT tapping, and the power of NOT powering through. Find the full show notes here: https://ninetypes.co/blog Follow Jacqui on Instagram: @jacqui.acree  Or connect with her online: https://jacquiacree.com/ Key Takeaways Jacqui’s journey o...

On this week’s episode of Enneagram IRL, we meet with Kimberly Reese, LCSW. We talk about what it’s like to be an Enneagram Three, emotionality and being in the heart center, the Type Three approach to losing, failure, and achievement, and learning to do things we’re bad at. Find the full show notes here: https://ninetypes.co/blog/enneagram-irl-podcast-interview-episode-5 Follow Kim on Instagram:...

Welcome back to Enneagram IRL, the weekly podcast where we go beyond Enneagram theory and dive into practical understanding, new clarity, and fresh insight. This week’s bonus episode is about Using the Enneagram in Therapy as a Client. Resources mentioned in this episode: Typing Interview: https://ninetypes.co/typing-session Book a Discovery Call https://ninetypes.co/coaching Follow on IG @ninetyp...