169. Who's a Better Leader? Type 3 vs. Type 6
What makes a great leader—confidence and speed, or preparation and caution? If you’ve ever worked under a Type 3 (The Pacesetter) or a Type 6 (The Guardian), you know these two approach leadership differently. Type 3 might say: "Go big, go fast, and don’t look back!" Type 6 could be heard saying: "Slow down, assess the risks, and ensure we’re prepared!" So… who actually makes the better leader? In this episode of Enneagram at Work, we break it down: Why Type 3s make exciting, insp...
22 Maalis 202526min
168. Big Ideas vs. Deep Thinking: How Type 7 and Type 5 Brainstorm Differently
Some team members fire off ideas like a creativity machine while others sit back, take it all in, and analyze before making a move. If you’ve ever worked with a Type 7 (The Enthusiast) or a Type 5 (The Strategist), you know there are some key differences to the way they approach work, including when it comes to generating new ideas and brainstorming. Type 7 might say: "Let’s put all the ideas out there - no judging them yet!" Type 5 might say: "Let’s think this through logically b...
15 Maalis 202532min
167. Bullet Points or Backstory? Type 3 and Type 4 Coworker Dynamic
Type 3 & Type 4 at Work: When Efficiency Meets Emotion Ever been in a meeting where one person wants just the bullet points while the other wants to share the full backstory first? If so, you might be witnessing a classic Type 3 & Type 4 workplace dynamic! (But definitely not limited to these two types.) In this Coworker Compatibility episode, you'll get a breakdown of: The core motivations & strengths of Type 3 (The Achiever) & Type 4 (The Individualist)Why Type 3 values effi...
8 Maalis 202526min
166. Team Map Analysis: Heavy Type 8 and Type 1 Presence
What happens when a team is heavily made up of Type 8s (striving to feel powerful) and Type 1s (striving to feel perfect)? You get a powerhouse mix of decisiveness, integrity, and high standards—but also a workplace that might feel intense, perfectionistic, and high-pressure. In this episode of Enneagram at Work, we’re analyzing a real-life team map where Type 8 and Type 1 were the dominant types—alongside a strong presence of Type 7s and 9s. We’ll cover: The Strengths of an 8 & 1 Dominan...
1 Maalis 202523min
165. Group Project Dynamics: Type 3 Takes Over and Type 9 Checks Out - Why This Happens and What to Do
We’ve all been there—a group project where one person (possibly a Type 3) takes over like they’re leading a Fortune 500 company while another (let's say a Type 9) quietly disappears into the background. So, why does this happen? And more importantly, how do we fix it? In this episode of Enneagram at Work, we’re breaking down: Why Type 3s naturally take charge (and sometimes overdo it)Why Type 9s drift into the role of silent supporter (or fully check out)How this dynamic can lead to burnout f...
22 Helmi 202525min
164. Who's a Better Leader? Type 8 vs. Type 2
In this fun, competitive, and lighthearted showdown, we put Type 8 (The Commander) and Type 2 (The Coach) leadership styles head-to-head, awarding imaginary points in key leadership categories: Decision-Making Under Pressure Team Morale & Engagement Conflict Management Long-Term Team Development By the end, you'll get the real secret to great leadership—because maybe it’s not about choosing one over the other… Listen now and decide for yourself! What do you think...
15 Helmi 202521min
Bonus! Behind the Scenes of the New Brand + Project Dynamics of Types 1, 5, and 7 feat. Ink & Craft
In this fun bonus episode, you'll hear a behind-the-scenes conversation on the Enneagram MBA rebrand with the agency that led the process, Ink & Craft out of Cincinnati, OH. You'll also get a fly-on-the-wall perspective of our working dynamic throughout this project as a Type 1 (Ariana Broerman), Type 5 (Matt Broerman), and Type 7 (yours truly). Did you recognize yourself in any of these situations? Or maybe a co-worker? Learn more about bringing the Enneagram to your team or o...
19 Joulu 202455min
162. A Pause for the Podcast
Stay in touch while we take a break over until the Fall over on YouTube or the Understanding People Newsletter: Subscribe to Enneagram MBA on YouTube Become an Ennsider of the Understanding People Newsletter Start planning your end-of-year team retreat or new-year kick-off event Have a request for a future episode? Drop a text here! 🗓️ Book an Enneagram Workshop for your team retreat at work: https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-team-workshops ✏️ Get an overview of all nine types ins...
13 Elo 20247min
