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The Enneagram at Work

Unlocking the Power of Type to Lead and Succeed

Jim McPartlin with Anna Akbari

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💡Have you ever wondered why your most well-intended actions at work sometimes backfire, or why certain colleagues always seem to trigger your frustration?
💡What if you could unlock a psychological 'map' of your team’s hidden motivations to transform workplace conflict into a catalyst for innovation?
💡What’s the secret to delivering feedback that doesn't just point out flaws, but actually inspires your colleagues to reach their full potential?

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Key Takeaways from The Enneagram at Work

✓Discover how the Enneagram can help you capitalize on your strengths and discard your weaknesses without fundamentally changing your core identity.
✓Understand the nine distinct Enneagram personality types, from the Strict Perfectionist to the Adaptive Peacemaker, to identify your true essence and motivations.
✓Learn why cultivating self-awareness is no longer just squishy self-help, but a critical leadership skill that boosts trust, morale, and company profitability.
✓Find out how to break free from comfortable but harmful behavioral patterns by embracing self-acceptance and practicing patience.
✓Master a simple, nonjudgmental meditation technique to train your mind like a muscle, replacing autopilot reactions with intentional focus.

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The Enneagram at Work

Core Philosophy+

The 9 Personality Types+

5 Leadership Principles+

Three Centers of Intelligence+

Feedback & Mentorship+

Managing Fear & Failure+

Navigating Conflict & Collaboration+

Actionable Advice+

Quiz — Test Your Understanding

Question 1 of 9

What is the underlying message of the Enneagram framework regarding personal change?

A. You must completely dismantle your core personality to achieve true leadership potential.
B. You are fine just as you are; the goal is to reveal behavioral patterns and build on strengths rather than changing your core.
C. You should adopt the traits of the most successful Enneagram types to overcome your natural weaknesses.
D. Your personality is entirely fluid, and you can switch your core Enneagram type through dedicated meditation.

Question 2 of 9

According to the book, which Enneagram personality type is characterized by constant worry, doubting their own power, and always preparing for the worst-case scenario?

A. The Quiet Specialist
B. The Competitive Achiever
C. The Loyal Skeptic
D. The Strict Perfectionist

Question 3 of 9

Which of the following is NOT one of Jim McPartlin’s five Enneagram-inspired principles of great leadership?

A. Know thyself
B. Be curious
C. Always project absolute certainty
D. Honor your commitments

Question 4 of 9

The Enneagram uses a triangle to represent the three centers of intelligence. What are these three centers?

A. Logic (head), Action (gut), and Emotion (heart)
B. Vision (eyes), Listening (ears), and Speaking (mouth)
C. Past (memory), Present (awareness), and Future (intuition)
D. Strategy (mind), Execution (hands), and Empathy (soul)

Question 5 of 9

What is the correct sequence of the four-step feedback model designed to help leaders objectively respond to situations without emotional outbursts?

A. Analyze, Critique, Suggest, Demand
B. Observe, Interpret, Feel, Need
C. Listen, Empathize, Correct, Follow-up
D. Prepare, Confront, Negotiate, Resolve

Question 6 of 9

How does the author suggest using the three centers of intelligence to effectively process and recover from failure?

A. Use the Head to ignore the failure, the Heart to forgive others, and the Gut to punish yourself.
B. Use the Heart for compassion, the Head to rationally contemplate what happened, and the Gut to gear up and move forward.
C. Use the Gut to immediately react, the Head to justify the reaction, and the Heart to seek validation.
D. Use the Head to blame external factors, the Heart to express anger, and the Gut to retreat to safety.

Question 7 of 9

According to the text, what is the single largest source of workplace conflict?

A. Contrasting value systems and ethics.
B. Mismatched opinions over the quality of deliverables.
C. Extreme differences in competitiveness levels among team members.
D. Differences in pattern expression that result in miscommunication and misunderstandings.

Question 8 of 9

Why does the author describe mentoring as the 'noblest thing you can do as a leader'?

A. It guarantees you a promotion by showcasing your management skills to upper executives.
B. It requires you to focus on and hone your own three centers of intelligence, thereby strengthening your own core.
C. It allows you to delegate your unglamorous 'dirty work' to a junior employee.
D. It completely eliminates the possibility of future workplace conflicts.

Question 9 of 9

What actionable advice does the author give regarding doing 'dirty' or unglamorous work?

A. Delegate it immediately to test the dedication and work ethic of new employees.
B. Avoid it entirely once you reach a management position to maintain authority and status.
C. Engage in it yourself, as you are never too senior to do unglamorous work, which fosters trust and respect.
D. Automate all unglamorous tasks so that the team can focus purely on creative endeavors.

The Enneagram at Work — Full Chapter Overview

1Recommendation
2The Enneagram can help you harness strengths and let go of your weaknesses.
3Use the Enneagram to uncover your authentic essence.
4To lead effectively, you must intentionally cultivate deep self-awareness today.
5Balance all three intelligence centers to activate your core and access your best self fully.
6Giving and receiving thoughtful feedback and mentorship are true hallmarks of great leadership today universally.
7Use humor, self-awareness, and other Enneagram types to manage fear and failure effectively.
8Defuse conflict and encourage collaboration by recognizing and releasing your patterns.

The Enneagram at Work Summary & Overview

The Enneagram at Work (2021) reveals how applying the Enneagram – an emotional intelligence metric – can elevate leadership in the modern workplace. It explores the different Enneagram types and shows how tapping into self-awareness can make teams stronger and spark innovative solutions. From managing conflict and building mentorships to giving and receiving criticism, it provides the tools to foster personal growth and long-lasting success in the office.

Who Should Listen to The Enneagram at Work?

Would-be collaborators who want to better understand themselves and others
Individuals seeking awareness of their strengths and blindspots in the workplace
Go-getters who want to build stronger teams and become more effective leaders

About the Author: Jim McPartlin with Anna Akbari

Jim McPartlin is a hospitality consultant with 30-plus years of experience in the luxury hotel industry. He’s also an expert on employing the Enneagram to better understand interpersonal workplace dynamics. McPartlin coaches clients including Chanel, American Express, and Geico, and has traveled the world to deliver seminars and keynote speeches on the Enneagram and emotional intelligence.

Anna Akbari, PhD is a sociologist, writer, speaker, and advisor to industry leaders. She’s the author of Startup Your Life: Hustle and Hack Your Way To Happiness. She also has contributed to the New York Times, Forbes, the Atlantic, TIME, and the Economist, among others.

The Enneagram at Work

If You're Curious About These Questions...

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Key Takeaways from The Enneagram at Work

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Quiz — Test Your Understanding

The Enneagram at Work — Full Chapter Overview

The Enneagram at Work Summary & Overview

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About the Author: Jim McPartlin with Anna Akbari

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