Enneagram at Work
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This is a podcast about understanding people at work and navigating professional relationships. We spend so much of our time at work, why not make it more enjoyable by working on creating more enjoyable relationships with our teammates?
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Enneagram at Work
168. Big Ideas vs. Deep Thinking: How Type 7 and Type 5 Brainstorm Differently
Some team members fire off ideas like a creativity machine while others sit back, take it all in, and analyze before making a move.
If you’ve ever worked with a Type 7 (The Enthusiast) or a Type 5 (The Strategist), you know there are some key differences to the way they approach work, including when it comes to generating new ideas and brainstorming.
Type 7 might say: "Let’s put all the ideas out there - no judging them yet!"
Type 5 might say: "Let’s think this through logically before jumping in."
In this episode of Enneagram at Work, we’re looking at:
- The strengths of Type 7s in the innovation process (visionary, energetic, adaptable)
- How Type 5s bring strategy, depth, and expertise to decision-making
- Where they each struggle (Too scattered? Too withdrawn?)
- How to find the balance between big-picture thinking and deep analysis
- The best way to work with both styles in a team setting
Whether you’re a fast-moving innovator or a deep-thinking strategist, this episode will help you become aware of your own tendencies and help you navigate your co-worker relationships.
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