Episode 56 | Becoming a Self-Aware Leader: An Interview with Ian Morgan Cron

If self-awareness is one of the greatest predictors of success (and it is), then practical ways to develop self-awareness ought to be in every leader's tool box. The Enneagram is an incredibly valuable tool for developing greater self-awareness. Jenni Catron has been a student of the Enneagram for over a decade and has seen first-hand how useful it is in personal and leadership development. Whether you're already familiar with or you're new to the Enneagram, listen in to this compelling conversation with Ian Morgan Cron, bestselling author and noted Enneagram teacher about why and how leaders can benefit from understanding ourselves and others better. There's something here for all types.In this conversation, you'll learn...keys to determining your Enneagram typehow to utilize knowledge of various Enneagram types in your leadershiphow each Enneagram type leadsthe benefits of knowing the personality types of those you leadwhy you don't have to sacrifice relationship for efficiencythe danger of over-managing and under-leadingthe power of appropriate vulnerability as a leaderAbout Ian:IAN MORGAN CRON is a bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram teacher, Episcopal priest, and the host of the popular podcast, Typology. His books include the novel  Chasing Francis, the spiritual memoir Jesus, My Father, the CIA, and Me, and The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery. Known for his transparency, humor and depth of insight into the inner workings of the human heart and mind, Ian uses the Enneagram personality-typing system as a tool to help leaders cultivate self-awareness and emotional wisdom. He is a sought-after speaker, thinker and advisor to a growing roster of clients such as the Discovery Channel, Ramsey Solutions, Michael Hyatt Company, Warner Brothers Music, OCLC, among others. He and his wife, Anne, have three children and live in Nashville, Tennessee. Social:@ianmorgancron  @typologypodcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/imcron Websites: https://ianmorgancron.comhttps://typologypodcast.com Projects:  Enneagram Made Simple online course: https://businessmadesimple.com/enneagram-made-simple-ianiEQ9 Enneagram Assessment – https://ianmorgancron.com/assessmentTypology Podcast – https://typologypodcast.com Book: The Road Back to YouWe need your help to get the LeadCulture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us:Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we’re available wherever you listen to podcasts.Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!