Ian Morgan Cron, a best-selling author and Enneagram teacher, dives deep into the motivations behind decision-making based on personality types. He explains how understanding the Enneagram can transform leadership styles, emphasizing the unique decision-making traits of each type. From the perfectionist Ones to the supportive Twos, Ian explores how intuition and analysis play roles in choices. He also highlights the importance of self-awareness, particularly for those who struggle with conflict, showcasing its critical impact on effective leadership.
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Advice for Type Ones (Improvers)
Ones should trust their gut and avoid overthinking decisions.
Overthinking can cause delays and frustrate those who value quick action.
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Advice for Type Twos (Helpers)
Twos (Helpers) must balance feelings with tough decisions.
They should lead with clarity, even when delivering difficult news.
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Advice for Type Twos: Clarity First
Twos (Helpers) should clearly communicate decisions' impact upfront.
Start with the hardest truth to avoid confusion.
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This book uses the Enneagram, an ancient personality typing system, to help readers understand themselves and others better. It combines practical advice with Christian spirituality to foster deeper self-awareness, compassion for others, and a stronger connection with God. The authors provide introductions to each Enneagram type, questions to help identify one's number, and steps to pursue deeper self-awareness, making the Enneagram accessible and applicable in daily life.
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This biography, based on more than 40 interviews with Steve Jobs and over 100 interviews with family members, friends, adversaries, competitors, and colleagues, provides a riveting story of Jobs' roller-coaster life and intense personality. It highlights his passion for perfection, his ferocious drive, and how he revolutionized six industries: personal computers, animated movies, music, phones, tablet computing, and digital publishing. The book explores Jobs' contradictions, his 'reality distortion field,' and the lessons about innovation, character, leadership, and values that can be drawn from his life and career.
Knowing your underlying motivations and how you’re wired will help you make better leadership decisions. In this episode, Ian Morgan Cron and I talk about each Enneagram type and how they approach decisions.
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