213. Considerations for Leaders with Young Teams Using the Enneagram

An episode of the Enneagram at Work podcast, hosted by Enneagram MBA, titled "213. Considerations for Leaders with Young Teams Using the Enneagram" was published on January 31, 2026 and runs 28 minutes.

January 31, 2026 ·28m · Enneagram at Work

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Summary

Get access to the DIY Workshop Kit plus get the "Coworker Chemistry" add-on slide deck for free (a $95 value): Step 1: Add the DIY Kit to your cart: https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-workshop-kit Step 2: Check the box under the checkout section to add your free access to the Coworker Chemistry slide deck using the coupon code FEBENNSIDER (valid the whole month of February 2026). --------------------- In this episode, we're talking about why Enneagram results often feel ...

Episode Description

Get access to the DIY Workshop Kit plus get the "Coworker Chemistry" add-on slide deck for free (a $95 value):

Step 1: Add the DIY Kit to your cart:

https://www.enneagrammba.com/enneagram-workshop-kit

Step 2: Check the box under the checkout section to add your free access to the Coworker Chemistry slide deck using the coupon code FEBENNSIDER (valid the whole month of February 2026).

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In this episode, we're talking about why Enneagram results often feel less clear early in someone’s career, the most common mistakes leaders make when trying to apply personality tools with young employees, and what it actually looks like to use the Enneagram in a way that supports growth, confidence, and self-awareness.

We'll cover:

How young professionals are still forming identity and how that impacts workplace behavior and understanding "their type"
Why Enneagram typing can feel fuzzy early in a career (and why that’s completely normal)
The difference between using the Enneagram as a label vs. a conversation
Common patterns I see in young teams (hustle, people-pleasing, perfectionism, overthinking, blending in)
How to focus on stress and growth patterns instead of locking in a “number”
How to use the Enneagram to build feedback skills, communication confidence, and self-trust
Why curiosity and experimentation matter more than accuracy at this stage

If you lead young professionals (or you are one!) this episode will help you use the Enneagram as a practical tool for understanding motivation, navigating pressure, and building healthier patterns early in your career.

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