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 MONTHLY INSIGHT: FLEXIBILITY
Each month, Gayle Hardie, a Senior Member of the Enneagram in Business Network who is Australia-based, writes an insight or reflection for us to consider. Gayle's insights really make me think and stretch, both personally and as they relate to the 9 Enneagram styles, which you can read by clicking the link to the blog at the end of this section.
Gayle's Insights about Flexibility
There is an amazing song written by Joan Armatrading called "Willow." Whenever I hear it I immediately link it to flexibility.
The few words in the chorus say it all..."I said I'm strong... straight.... willing to be a shelter in a storm. Your willow... oh willow, when the sun is out."
Yet, when we look at a willow, it bends in the wind; its branches are crooked and often gnarled; and there is a risk in standing under a tree in a storm. However, the description in the song feels so right. It can be "both/and" rather than "either/or."
Flexibility means:
-Going with the flow when you want to be in control
-Stepping up to lead the way rather than being the follower
-Acknowledging that there is more than one right way to get things done
-Letting others care for you when you would much prefer to look after them
-Acknowledging the contribution of others in what you have achieved rather than being along in the limelight
-Recognizing that your unique ideas are just as amazing as other
-Giving the best answer you have even when you think you don't have enough information
-Taking a risk rather than being burdened with worrying about the consequences
-Sitting with (rather than escaping from) the pain of a situation and appreciating the feelings and emotions associated with it
Whatever our type, there is the opportunity to see things differently, adapt and adjust to situations, and be flexible in who you are.
You can read the blog I've written about Enneagram style and Flexibility by clicking here.
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"Know Your Type:" the New Enneagram iPhone App
 "Know Your Type" is doing really well, and we still need your help in letting people know about it!
Here are some intriguing facts about how "Know Your Type" is doing: Downloads: 2700+ Surprises about where or how it's been downloaded: -Denmark has the most downloads for a country where English is not the native language -Canada and Australia are tied for 2nd place for most downloads (US is 1st) -Places you might be surprised where its been downloaded (maybe not!): Russia, -Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Qatar, Japan -20+ Apps have been sent as gifts to others -At least 3 Apps have been downloaded because people saw it over dinner or lunch on another person's iPhone, iPad or iPod touch We're keeping our eye on 5000 downloads. A colleague at USC's Annenberg School of Communication said she thought 5000 was the "viral" number. So please tell people you know through emails, word of mouth, in the programs you teach or attend, wherever! If you'd like an electronic App announcement to send to your friends and colleagues, just let us know and we'll send you an attachment. Contact karen@theenneagraminbusiness.com.
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Additions to the Enneagram in Business Website
 The Enneagram in Business website has thus far reflected only the work of Ginger Lapid-Bogda and the 50+ Enneagram in Business (EIB) Network members. However, there are some "Friends of the EIB" and Tom Condon is one of them. He has supported Ginger and the Network in significant, yet invisible ways. Just as important, Tom has written an excellent article on business usage of the Enneagram: "On the Job with the Enneagram." You can read this article, which is part of the ebook Enneagram Applications, in the website section, "Articles, Case Studies, and Research." Click here to download.
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2011 International Enneagram Association Conference 
Thinking about coming to the 2011 IEA Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida? Tom Condon is the Keynoter, I am the Endnoter, and there will be many excellent sessions in between.
Here are some other good reasons to attend:
-The pre-conference day with topic-based panels on business, psychology, spirituality, and more
-Very Interesting people with a common interest from around the world
-Haven't you ever wondered why the teenagers and college kids go to Fort Lauderdale over Spring break?
To learn more about the IEA and this year's conference go to the IEA website.
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 Enneagram iPhone App
Created by Ginger Lapid-Bogda, this animated, interactive App for home and work includes typing and how to prevent conflict; reduce stress; interact with others; and engage in development activities specific to your type. There are type videos, a way to test your Enneagram knowledge in real-world situations, theory, and more.
Only $2.99 on the iTunes App Store. Go to EnneagramApp.com |
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: COACHING WITH THE ENNEAGRAM BASED ON BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN EVERYONE YOU COACH | HONG KONG (program in English and Mandarin) APRIL 26 - 30, 2011 | 5 DAYS
In this five-day program, HR professionals, trainers and consultants, coaches, and managers learn to teach the Enneagram system and typing to individuals, gain a thorough understanding of the fundamental steps to becoming a excellent coach of others, and practice over 16 incisive and high-impact coaching techniques as well as learn how to adjust these to individuals of the nine different Enneagram styles. Complete Program Description Register for Program
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: COACHING WITH THE ENNEAGRAM BASED ON BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN EVERYONE YOU COACH | MINNEAPOLIS/ST PAUL, MINNESOTA, USA | $1300 USD
JUNE 20 - 24, 2011 | 5 DAYSIn this five-day program, HR professionals, trainers and consultants, coaches, and managers learn to teach the Enneagram system and typing to individuals, gain a thorough understanding of the fundamental steps to becoming a excellent coach of others, and practice over 16 incisive and high-impact coaching techniques as well as learn how to adjust these to individuals of the nine different Enneagram styles. Complete Program Description Register for Program
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: TRAIN-THE-TRAINER BASED ON BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN YOURSELF AT WORK | FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, USA | $1300 USD JULY 22 - 27, 2011 (before the 2011 IEA Conference) | 6 DAYS
In this six-day program, HR professionals, trainers and consultants, coaches, and managers learn to teach the Enneagram system and typing in groups and to facilitate a wide variety of interactive activities focused on the business applications of the Enneagram: communication, feedback, conflict, teams, leadership, and transformation.
Complete Program Description
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: LEADERSHIP TRAIN-THE-TRAINER BASED ON WHAT TYPE OF LEADER ARE YOU? | FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, USA | $1500 USD
AUGUST 1 - 6, 2011 (after the 2011 IEA Conference) | 6 DAYS
In this six-day program, HR professionals, trainers and consultants, coaches, and managers learn to teach the Enneagram system and typing in groups and to facilitate groups and/or teams of leaders using a variety of interactive activities focused on using the Enneagram to develop seven strategic leadership competencies: Drive for Results; Strive for Self-Mastery; Know the Business; Think and Act Strategically; Become an Excellent Communicator; Lead High-Performing Teams; Make Optimal Decisions; and Take Charge of Change. Activities include large and small group work as well as an innovative technology called "Leadership Learning Communities," an approach that creates leadership cultures of growth, development, and mutual support.
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM: COACHING WITH THE ENNEAGRAM BASED ON BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN EVERYONE YOU COACH | MILAN, ITALY (program in Italian) NOVEMBER 19 - 23, 2011 | 5 DAYS
In this five-day program, HR professionals, trainers and consultants, coaches, and managers learn to teach the Enneagram system and typing to individuals, gain a thorough understanding of the fundamental steps to becoming a excellent coach of others, and practice over 16 incisive and high-impact coaching techniques as well as learn how to adjust these to individuals of the nine different Enneagram styles.
Complete Program Description
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Please contact the Enneagram in Business office for questions or comments, by email or phone 310 829 3309.
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