The Enneagram 8, Power Struggles, and the Leadership Lesson I Didn't See Coming

In this episode, Dave Glaser shares insights from his experience as an Enneagram 8 leader, exploring how power dynamics influence coaching, leadership, and personal development. Discover how letting go of control can unlock potential in others and transform your leadership style.

Key topics

Enneagram 8 and leadership
Power struggles and control
Building trust and buy-in
The importance of vulnerability in leadership
Shifting from authority to partnership
Lessons from coaching athletes
Patience and humility in leadership
Creating psychologically safe environments

Takeaways

Leadership is about creating buy-in, not control.
Letting go of ego can lead to better performance.
Empowerment comes from confidence, not authority.
Athletes perform better when they feel safe and seen.
Healthy Enneagram 8s redirect power to uplift others.

Chapters

00:27 Why I took a break and what this episode covers
00:50 The power dynamic in leadership and coaching
01:18 My experience returning to coaching after unemployment
01:46 Initial enthusiasm and resistance from athletes
02:13 Understanding the power struggle with high school athletes
02:38 How energy and intensity can create resistance
03:07 The importance of awareness and checking your ego
03:56 The shift from authority to partnership
05:46 The impact of trust and safety on performance
06:42 The misconception about healthy Enneagram 8s
07:10 The true strength of healthy Enneagram 8s
07:29 Challenger moment: leadership vs control
07:57 Applying these lessons in personal life and home projects
08:48 The remodeling project and lessons in patience
15:12 Patience and humility in leadership
16:07 Final thoughts: empowering others and leadership takeaway

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