Episode 130: Do More, More Naturally with Amy Bruske of Kolbe Corp
You know how sometimes you're crushing it at work, checking all the boxes, getting promoted, doing everything "right"... and you're completely miserable? Yeah, we're talking about that today.
I sat down with Amy Bruske from Kolbe Corp to dig into something I've been nerding out about for years: the Kolbe Index. This isn't about personality or skills—it's about how your brain actually gets things done.
Here's what we covered:
Resources mentioned:
My Kolbe result: 2, 8, 6, 5 (which explains SO MUCH about why I want the summary, not the dissertation)
Want to share your biggest insight from this episode? I'd love to hear what landed for you. And if you have questions about the Kolbe Index, hit me up—I'm happy to point you to resources or share from my own experience.
Keep making progress on what matters most to you.
Episode Title: "Experts, Not Gurus: Why I Joined The Crew's Faculty Model"
Show Notes:
This week I'm sharing a conversation I had with Mari Wuellner on her Living on Purpose Podcast about the state of the coaching industry and why it desperately needs a reality check.
What we covered:
• The trust deficit in coaching and why the industry needs better solutions
• How the "guru model" is broken - nobody can actually be an expert at everything
• Mari's revolutionary faculty model with The Crew and why I decided to join as productivity faculty
• My 16-year journey watching the coaching industry explode, both the good and the messy
• Why quick fixes and miracle promises are setting people up to fail
• How my divorce taught me that systems beat willpower every time
• The unsexy truth: real change takes time and consistent support
Mari is revolutionizing coaching by bringing expert coaches together in one community at $97/month - because coaching shouldn't only be accessible to wealthy people. Instead of one person claiming they can fix your entire life, you get actual experts in productivity, mindset, wellness, and more.
This felt like the right kind of coaching to be part of. We stick around long enough to help you actually implement what you learn instead of dumping information and disappearing.
If you've been burned by coaching before or you're curious about what sustainable support actually looks like, this episode will give you a lot to think about.
Hey Shifters!
Money can be scary for entrepreneurs - especially when we're trying to make an impact while also making a profit. Ever feel guilty about charging what you're worth? Or maybe you're avoiding looking at your books altogether? (I've been there!)
That's why I'm thrilled to share my conversation with Audrey Heesch, the self-proclaimed "quirky money lady" and founder of The Graceful Penny. She's on a mission to help entrepreneurs build financial confidence without sacrificing their values.
In this episode, we dive into:
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About Audrey: Audrey Heesch started her accounting journey at age 14 when her mom handed her a laptop and checkbook and said "figure it out." Today, she helps entrepreneurs infuse financial literacy and ethics into their businesses through The Graceful Penny. Her mission is to help business owners make money confidently while creating positive impact in the world.
Keep making progress on what matters most to you!
-Elise
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Episode 127
Beyond 'Let's Circle Back After the Holidays': Making it Actually Work
Hey Shifters! ✨
We're diving into that familiar end-of-year phrase we're all starting to hear (and say): "Let's circle back after the holidays." But instead of letting these tasks float into the void, I'm showing you how to handle them intentionally!
In this episode:
- Why I'm in full "circle back" mode (including some personal updates about my wife's upcoming knee surgery)
- How to do a realistic pre-holiday task audit
- Setting up your systems to actually support you (whether you're team digital or pen-and-paper)
- The 3 C's of intention: Clarity, Communication, and Consistency
- Practical tips for GQueues users (link below)
Pro Tip: Don't just mentally postpone tasks – actually update your systems to reflect the new timeline! Your future self will thank you.
Resources Mentioned:
- GQueues Task Management App: https://gqz.page.link/H83oswp1dR3EEijA8
Remember Shifters: Being realistic about what won't get done is just as important as being clear about what will.
Ep 126
When Your Plate is Too Full: Prioritize Your Way to a Lighter Load
Hey Shifters! In this episode, we're diving into that overwhelming feeling when your plate is too full - you know the one, where your chest gets tight just thinking about all those tasks? Let's talk about how to handle it, especially during the hectic Q4 season.
In this episode:
- Why Q4 can create extra stress and overwhelm
- The importance of brain dumps when feeling overwhelmed
- How to sequence projects instead of trying to tackle everything at once
- Using your "bonus brain" (system) to manage tasks effectively
- Moving projects to January (or later) isn't failing - it's smart planning
Key takeaways:
- Just because something is on your to-do list doesn't mean it needs to be done now
- Your system should support you by holding tasks until you're ready for them
- Daily engagement with your task management system is crucial
- Treat your project planning app like your email and calendar - check it daily
- Your task list reminds you of what YOU want, while email often shows what OTHERS want
Until next time, Shifters, keep making progress on what matters most to you!
Want help building your own system? Let's chat about how to assess and improve your bonus brain. Reach out for a consultation! Email me: Elise@EliseEnriquez.com
GQueues Task/Project Management App: https://gqz.page.link/H83oswp1dR3EEijA8
(This is an affiliate link. I do get a little bonus if you eventually sign up for the paid version of GQueues. It's enough for me to buy a Vegan Oat Bar at Cafe Ladro. ;-) But that's not why I'm recommending GQueues, I'm recommending it because I believe in it and use it every single day!)
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Episode 125: Get off the Hamster Wheel with Rhythms
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Hey Shifters! This week, I'm diving into the importance of creating rhythms in our lives to break out of that "hamster wheel" feeling we all sometimes get.
What I cover in this episode:
Big takeaway:
If you're feeling stuck on the hamster wheel of life, it might be time to introduce some intentional rhythms into your routine. Take time to pause, reflect, and plan - whether it's weekly, monthly, or yearly.
Want to join us?
If you're ready to hop off the treadmill and create some powerful rhythms in your life and work, consider joining us in the GYST Community!
Schedule a private tour of the GYST Community: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18005465&appointmentType=14362589
Podcast recommendations:
If you're looking for a new listen, here are some of my favorite recent episodes from "Rethinking with Adam Grant":
Thanks for tuning in, Shifters! Keep making progress on what matters most to you. 💪
Episode 124: Post-Vacation Overwhelm: Reclaiming Control After Time Away
In this episode, I dive into a common challenge many of us face: the overwhelming feeling of returning to work after a vacation. Drawing from my own experiences at Microsoft and my current role as a productivity coach for small business owners, I explore strategies to ease the transition and regain control of your workload.
Key Points:
- The importance of buffer days when returning from vacation
- Why anxiety often stems from not knowing what's not getting done
- Strategies for processing accumulated tasks, emails, and notes
- The value of creating a re-entry plan focused on progress, not perfection
- How to break down overwhelming tasks into manageable chunks
Actionable Tips:
1. Tackle email backlogs one day at a time
2. Create intentional progress milestones and celebrate small wins
3. Consider implementing a weekly "systems check" to stay on top of tasks
If you're struggling with overwhelm in your life or business, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute "Overcome Your Overwhelm" session with me. It's amazing what we can accomplish in just 15 minutes!
Remember, our focus should be on progress, not perfection. By understanding our needs and giving ourselves what we need, we can make meaningful progress on what matters most while remaining present to the people and opportunities around us.
If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who might benefit and consider rating the podcast to help it reach more people.
Until next week, keep making progress on what matters most to you!
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Ep 123: Overcoming Overwhelm with the Power of the 3 Cs
Hey there, dear listeners! It's Elise Enriquez, and in this episode, we're revisiting a concept I introduced way back in my second episode of this podcast: my formula for intention. Let's dive into how clarity, communication, and consistency work together to create intentional actions and outcomes.
What We Covered:
1. My formula for intention: Clarity + Communication + Consistency = Intention
2. A recent "Overcoming Overwhelm" coaching session that perfectly illustrates this concept
3. The challenges of leadership transitions and clear handoffs
4. How we can sometimes contribute to our own frustrations without realizing it
5. Applying this formula to various aspects of our lives and work
Episode Highlights:
- I shared about my complimentary "Overcoming Overwhelm" coaching sessions and how they work
- We explored a case study of a leader struggling with handing off responsibilities
- I walked through the process of identifying the root cause of stress and overwhelm
- We discussed creating an effective onboarding document for leadership transitions
- I explained how to recognize when you might be contributing to your own frustration
Actionable Tips from Elise:
1. Identify the main source of your stress or overwhelm
2. Get crystal clear about what needs to be done and by when
3. Communicate your expectations clearly to those involved
4. Create systems or documents to support consistent action
5. Approach difficult conversations with humility and a willingness to improve
Resources for You:
- Want your own "Overcoming Overwhelm" session with me? Book one using the link in the show notes!
- Connect with me on Instagram @TheProductivityShift to share your sources of overwhelm
Your Next Steps:
1. Take a moment right now to identify your biggest source of stress
2. Apply my clarity, communication, and consistency formula to address it
3. If you found this episode helpful, I'd be so grateful if you left a positive review
4. Share your overwhelm experiences with me on Instagram or book a session for personalized help
Remember, my dear listeners, intentional actions lead to better outcomes in business, leadership, and personal life. Keep making progress on what matters most to you!
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Ep 122: Rethinking Inbox Zero - The Triage Philosophy
Hey Shifters! Ready to dive into the world of inbox zero?
In this episode, we're busting myths and spilling the tea on why your email inbox shouldn't be your to-do list's secret twin. Spoiler alert: It's causing more chaos than you might think!
We're introducing a cool new way to think about your inbox - the "triage" approach. Think of yourself as the ER nurse of your own email drama.
Curious about how to actually make inbox zero work for you without losing your mind? We've got the down-low on:
• Why aiming for inbox zero 24/7 is like trying to eat soup with a fork
• How to rock a weekly "systems check" that'll make you feel super organized
• Finding your inbox zero groove that vibes with your unique work style
Plus, we're sharing a real-life makeover story that'll have you itching to declutter your inbox!
By the end of this episode, you'll be ready to:
• Kiss email stress goodbye
• Become a productivity ninja
• Actually enjoy your work (gasp!) and have a life outside your inbox
So, are you ready to embark on your own inbox zero adventure? What experiment will you try this week? Let us know!
Don't forget to leave us a glowing review if this episode sparked joy in your productivity-loving heart!
Let's get shifting!
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And if you want to uncover your productivity personality, take the quiz!
Ep 121: The Weekly Systems Check: The Secret to Staying on Top of Your Productivity
Host: Elise Enriquez, Productivity Coach for business owners and their teams
This episode emphasizes the importance of a regular, structured time to review, plan, and get organized - the "systems check" that productivity coach Elise Enriquez has made a core part of her practice. She shares her personal experience with this transformative habit and encourages listeners to try it out, whether individually or as a team, to experience the benefits of staying on top of all the things.
- Discover the power of a weekly "Systems Check" to keep your productivity on track
- Learn how to build a "bonus brain" of tools and apps to capture and organize all the things you need to remember
- Understand how getting things "known" can alleviate anxiety about what's falling through the cracks, according to Elise's approach
- Explore the benefits of doing a weekly Systems Check with a community for accountability and support, as Elise does with her GYST Community
- Find out how to implement a Systems Check, even if you've fallen off the wagon before, based on Elise's advice
- Hear how a weekly Systems Check can help you wrap up your week and head into the weekend feeling accomplished, as Elise shares from her own experience
- Get tips on how teams can do a collaborative Systems Check to stay organized and aligned, as Elise suggests for business owners
Schedule a chat with Elise here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/d9c099fe/appointment/14362589/calendar/3104053?appointmentTypeIds[]=14362589
Ep 120: The Butterfly Effect: How taking a day off from your to-do list is a good thing In this episode of the Productivity Shift Podcast, host Elise Enriquez explores the concept of 'butterfly days' inspired by the butterfly effect. A butterfly day is a time where there are no set plans, allowing for spontaneous and restorative activities. Elise shares personal experiences, including how her wife benefits from these unstructured days working in the yard and how she herself finds creativity and relaxation on such days. She suggests that scheduling these butterfly days can be a valuable simple system for enhancing productivity and well-being. Listeners are encouraged to experiment with their own butterfly days and share their experiences. 00:00 Introduction to the Butterfly Effect 00:20 Welcome to the Productivity Shift Podcast 00:53 Pop Culture and The Butterfly Effect 01:44 A Different Kind of Butterfly Effect 02:01 Personal Stories and Realizations 04:09 The Importance of Butterfly Days 06:03 Implementing Butterfly Days in Your Life 06:54 Join the GYST Community 07:50 Conclusion and Next Steps 08:01 Take the Productivity Personality Quiz: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz
Uncovering Purpose and Mastering Productivity with Personality Assessments
In this episode of the Productivity Shift Podcast, host Elise Enriquez shares an exclusive, never-aired interview with Erica Ng. They delve into topics including uncovering one’s purpose, mastering personality assessments, and effective productivity strategies. Elise discusses her transition from corporate to real estate to coaching, inspired by Simon Sinek's book 'Start with Why.' The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding and aligning personal and professional life with one’s ultimate purpose, the practical use of personality assessments like the Enneagram and Myers-Briggs, and developing tailored systems to enhance productivity. Elise also introduces her GYST program, which helps individuals create supportive, personalized productivity systems to make progress on what matters most.
00:00 Discovering Hidden Gems: Unearthing an Exclusive Interview
00:25 Welcome to the Productivity Shift Podcast
01:53 From Corporate to Coaching: My Journey
05:17 The Power of Purpose: Insights from Simon Sinek
08:04 Aligning Personal and Professional Purpose
16:02 Expressing Purpose in Different Roles
19:34 Embracing Your Purpose
19:53 Diving into Personality Tests
20:15 Productivity Personality Quiz https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz
21:05 Applying Personality Assessments
21:30 Understanding the Enneagram
24:49 The 5 A's Model
27:34 Connecting Daily Life with Purpose
28:50 Building Supportive Systems
32:30 Personalizing Productivity
35:59 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
Episode: 118 - Summertime blues? Get what you want this summer.
Book your tour of the GYST Community here.
Summary: In this episode, Elise Enriquez, Productivity Coach and the host of the Productivity Shift Podcast, shares powerful tips on how to make the most of your summer months. She talks about how to let go of the pressure to attend every event, the importance of monthly planning sessions, and how her GYST program can help you get organized and stay motivated to achieve your goals.
Key Points:
- You get to decide what summer means to you.
- You don't have to attend every event or milestone. Sit down with your family and figure out what's truly important to each of you.
- Monthly planning sessions can help you stay on track with your goals and make progress on what matters most to you.
- Elise's GYST program is a community of like-minded people who support each other in achieving their goals. It's a powerful way to get organized and stay motivated on your journey to success.
Book your private tour of the GYST Community here:
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18005465&appointmentType=14362589
EP 117: Coaching vs Therapy - a conversation with Diann Wingert
In this episode, Elise chats with Diann Wingert, a psychotherapist turned coach who works with female solo entrepreneurs. They cover a range of topics, including therapy versus coaching, career changes, rejection by church, menopause, divorce, ADHD, and more.
The conversation is centered around Diann's life journey and the choices she made along the way. Elise introduces her "What Matters Most" model of intention, which includes Clarity, Communication, and Consistency, and applies it to people's stories.
Diann talks about her three careers, three marriages, and three kids, and how she had to turn to herself to give herself permission to navigate her unique path. They discuss the pressure to hold onto something and the expectation to pick and stick to a particular path in life.
The conversation is fun, engaging, and insightful, offering a fresh perspective on navigating life's changes while staying true to oneself.
Learn more about Diann here:
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-driven-woman-entrepreneur/id1513039926
Website: https://www.diannwingertcoaching.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannwingertcoaching/
Take Diann's Quiz:
What’s Holding You Back? Quiz http://bit.ly/obstaclesquiz
Quiz takers will receive a customized (short) series of emails with links to resources with their specific challenge in mind
EP 116: "Just do it" is not the answer to overcoming procrastination
In this episode of the Productivity Shift podcast, host Elise Enriquez, a certified life coach and productivity expert, discusses the common phrase "I just need to" and why it might not be as helpful as we think. As a productivity coach, she shares her insights on how to move past procrastination and make meaningful shifts in productivity.
[00:00:00] Introduction: In Episode 116 of the Productivity Shift podcast, host Elise Enriquez explores the common productivity phrase "I just need to" and its impact on progress.
[00:01:00] Identifying Procrastination Triggers: Elise discusses triggers that lead to procrastination and offers insights into reframing our approach to overcome it.
[00:03:00] Navigating Procrastination: Learn how asking targeted questions helps uncover the underlying significance of tasks and move towards meaningful progress.
[00:06:00] Practical Strategies for Productivity: Elise shares practical tips for breaking down projects and taking intentional action towards productivity goals.
[00:09:00] Conclusion and Call to Action: Discover your productivity personality type through a quiz on Elise's website and join her next week for more strategies on making progress.
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EP 115: Glennon, Abby, and Amanda's take on busyness & productivity
Before we dig in, be sure to check out the "What's Your Productivity Personality?" quiz at: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz
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In this episode, Elise reflects on the relationship between productivity and personal fulfillment. She explores the idea of treating productivity as a vengeful god and suggests alternative perspectives. Join her as she discusses prioritizing values, honoring limits, and finding balance in life.
She references Ep 304 of the We Can do Hard Things Podcast with Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle.
You can listen to that episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/break-up-with-busyness-let-go-of-your-to-do-list/id1564530722?i=1000654000949
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[00:00:00] Introduction
Elise shares Amanda Doyle's thought-provoking quote on productivity from the "We Can Do Hard Things" podcast. She sets the stage for an exploration of the connection between productivity and personal fulfillment.
[00:01:00] Taking Time Off
Elise recaps her recent vacation to Costa Rica and the perspective it brought. She also highlights an interesting episode she listened to during her break, titled "Breakup with Busy-ness and Let Go of Your To-Do List."
[00:03:00] A Different Take on Productivity
Elise acknowledges the historical ties of productivity to capitalism and patriarchy. She emphasizes her belief in a different approach that focuses on making progress on what truly matters while remaining present in our lives.
[00:06:00] Making Choices and Setting Priorities
Elise discusses the importance of aligning our to-do lists with our values and finding joy in our tasks. She urges listeners to prioritize and make intentional choices.
[00:09:00] Honoring Your Limits
Elise highlights the significance of listening to our bodies and understanding our limits. She offers support in developing effective systems for prioritizing and managing our time.
[00:11:00] Creating Your Own Criteria for Success
Elise encourages listeners to define their own purposes and values, rather than relying on external measures of success. She shares a practical method introduced by Amanda to determine the impact of each task on our lives.
[00:12:00] Embracing Personal Responsibility
Elise concludes by urging listeners to take responsibility for their own success and fulfillment. She reminds them to prioritize what truly matters and find balance in life.
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EP 113: Enneagram and Productivity: Head Types (5, 6,7 ) with Lisa Alessi
Hey there, lovely listeners! Ready for another deep dive into the fascinating world of the Enneagram? If you've been following our recent episodes, you're in for a treat today as we explore the head types in Enneagram: types Five, Six, and Seven.
Elise Enriquez, your productivity coach and host of the Productivity Shift podcast, is here to help you navigate the complexities of life and work with a bit of Enneagram wisdom this week.
In case you missed it, we've been on a journey exploring the Enneagram system, focusing on the "above the line" and "below the line" model.
This model helps us understand our mental and emotional states, guiding us to respond more intentionally in various situations.
Be sure to check out our previous episodes for a fuller picture, especially episode 111, which lays the groundwork for the "above the line" and "below the line" concept.
I'm thrilled to continue our Enneagram series with Lisa Alessi, our resident Enneagram expert, to delve into the head center types today. Lisa brings her wealth of knowledge and insights, making our Enneagram journey both enlightening and practical.
Understanding the Head Center Types
- Lisa breaks down the head types (Five, Six, and Seven) and their distinctive characteristics.
Type Five - The Observer
- Deep thinkers who love knowledge and understanding how things work.
- Great observers but tend to withdraw and struggle with overwhelm and sharing information.
Type Six - The Skeptic
- Insightful minds focused on trust and anticipating problems.
- They can be risk-averse or counterphobic, challenging authority at times.
Type Seven - The Enthusiast
- Life enthusiasts who crave variety, excitement, and new experiences.
- Initiators with many ideas but struggle with follow-through and prioritization.
Elise and Lisa share personal anecdotes and practical tips for each type, highlighting the nuances of Enneagram understanding in real life.
They emphasize the importance of self-awareness, balancing mental and emotional responses, and intentional decision-making based on Enneagram insights.
RESOURCES
Take Elise's "What's My Productivity Personality Quiz" to uncover your productivity strengths and roadblocks: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz
Above the Line/Below the Line Video:
Locating Yourself - A Key to Conscious Leadership
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLqzYDZAqCI
More About Lisa Alessi
Lisa's Bio
Lisa Alessi is a leadership and team development coach with over 30 years of experience working in a consultative capacity with people in a wide range of industries and sectors. Whether working with people in career transition or wanting to advance their leadership capacity with greater ease and grace, Lisa loves helping people determine their next steps with depth of clarity and intentionality.
In working with leaders and their teams, Lisa guides them to connect more meaningfully with themselves and the communities they serve through engaging group experiences.
Lisa is skilled at reading between the lines to get below the surface of what truly motivates people, their patterns of success, critical to effective leadership and achieving their goals and aligning with organizational strategy. Lisa’s key strengths include unlocking behaviors that hold leaders back, building strong relationships by partnering with clients, generating perspective and appreciation, facilitating team growth, coaching and mentoring, and leading change with resilience.
Lisa has a BS in Zoology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and numerous trainings, certifications and coursework in the areas of leadership development, conflict mediation, relational dynamics, Appreciative Inquiry, Enneagram applications, positive psychology, emotional resilience and energy management.
EP 113: Enneagram and Productivity: Heart Types (2, 3, 4 ) with Lisa Alessi
Please note that this is part 3 of a 4-part series. I recommend listening to Ep 111 to understand Above-the-Line and Below-the-line concepts.
In this episode of The Productivity Shift Podcast, host and productivity coach Elise Enriquez dives deep into the Enneagram and its relationship with productivity. Joined by expert Lisa Alessi, they explore the heart center types: Two, Three, and Four and what it looks like for each type to be above the line and below the line.
Episode Outline:
Heart center types (Two, Three, Four) filter information through emotional and relational intelligence.
Type Two: The Helper
- Motivated by making connections and being liked.
- Focuses on meeting others' needs and orchestrating their lives.
- Above the line, balances own needs with others' needs effectively.
- Below the line, may become overly focused on others' needs and intrude on boundaries.
Type Three: The Achiever
- Driven by achieving goals and being successful.
- Task-oriented and results-driven.
- Above the line, efficient and effective, balancing work and personal values.
- Below the line, may neglect communication and burn out from excessive task focus.
Type Four: The Individualist
- Values uniqueness and deep connection.
- Highly connected to emotions, may struggle with feeling defective or melancholic.
- Above the line, compassionate and creative, able to channel emotional energy into productivity.
- Below the line, may become overly attached to intense emotions and struggle with taking action.
Stay tuned for the next episode where we conclude our Enneagram series and explore more strategies for shifting your productivity mindset. Until then, keep making progress on what matters most to you!
RESOURCES
Take Elise's "What's My Productivity Personality Quiz" to uncover your productivity strengths and roadblocks: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz
Above the Line/Below the Line Video:
Locating Yourself - A Key to Conscious Leadership
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLqzYDZAqCI
More About Lisa Alessi
Lisa's Bio
Lisa Alessi is a leadership and team development coach with over 30 years of experience working in a consultative capacity with people in a wide range of industries and sectors. Whether working with people in career transition or wanting to advance their leadership capacity with greater ease and grace, Lisa loves helping people determine their next steps with depth of clarity and intentionality.
In working with leaders and their teams, Lisa guides them to connect more meaningfully with themselves and the communities they serve through engaging group experiences.
Lisa is skilled at reading between the lines to get below the surface of what truly motivates people, their patterns of success, critical to effective leadership and achieving their goals and aligning with organizational strategy. Lisa’s key strengths include unlocking behaviors that hold leaders back, building strong relationships by partnering with clients, generating perspective and appreciation, facilitating team growth, coaching and mentoring, and leading change with resilience.
Lisa has a BS in Zoology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and numerous trainings, certifications and coursework in the areas of leadership development, conflict mediation, relational dynamics, Appreciative Inquiry, Enneagram applications, positive psychology, emotional resilience and energy management.
Learn more about your Productivity Personality type here: https://www.eliseenriquez.com/quiz
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Episode 112: Enneagram and Productivity: Body Types (8, 9, 1) with Lisa Alessi
Host: Elise Enriquez
Productivity Coach
Founder of the GYST Program
IG: https://www.instagram.com/theproductivityshift/
Interview with Lisa Alessi:
- Lisa provides an overview of the Enneagram, highlighting its ability to uncover deep motivations and belief systems.
- Discusses the concept of "above the line" and "below the line" behavior in relation to Enneagram types.
- Explains the triads of the Enneagram, specifically focusing on the body types: 8, 9, and 1.
Type 8: The Protector (Boss):
- Characteristics include assertiveness, truth-telling, and a focus on power and justice.
- Above-the-line behavior involves clear communication and empowerment of others.
- Below-the-line behavior may manifest as intense anger and confrontation.
Type 9: The Peacekeeper (Mediator):
- Known for seeking harmony and avoiding conflict.
- Above the line, they excel in collaboration and seeing multiple perspectives.
- Below the line, they may struggle with procrastination and passive-aggressiveness.
Type 1: The Perfectionist (Improver):
- Characteristics include a strong sense of responsibility, adherence to standards, and self-criticism.
- Above the line, they demonstrate reliability and hold themselves and others to high standards.
- Below the line, they may experience frustration, rigidity, and perfectionism.
Overall Insights and Recommendations:
Use the "Where are you on the line?" tool to assess behavior.
RESOURCES
Above the Line/Below the Line Video:
Locating Yourself - A Key to Conscious Leadership
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLqzYDZAqCI
More About Lisa Alessi
Lisa's Bio
Lisa Alessi is a leadership and team development coach with over 30 years of experience working in a consultative capacity with people in a wide range of industries and sectors. Whether working with people in career transition or wanting to advance their leadership capacity with greater ease and grace, Lisa loves helping people determine their next steps with depth of clarity and intentionality.
In working with leaders and their teams, Lisa guides them to connect more meaningfully with themselves and the communities they serve through engaging group experiences.
Lisa is skilled at reading between the lines to get below the surface of what truly motivates people, their patterns of success, critical to effective leadership and achieving their goals and aligning with organizational strategy. Lisa’s key strengths include unlocking behaviors that hold leaders back, building strong relationships by partnering with clients, generating perspective and appreciation, facilitating team growth, coaching and mentoring, and leading change with resilience.
Lisa has a BS in Zoology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and numerous trainings, certifications and coursework in the areas of leadership development, conflict mediation, relational dynamics, Appreciative Inquiry, Enneagram applications, positive psychology, emotional resilience and energy management.
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Episode 111: Where are you? - Embracing Change and Cultivating Growth with Lisa Alessi
Introduction:
This episode kicks off a 4-episode series with Leadership Coach and Consultant Lisa Alessi where we'll explore a developmental concept called "Above the Line and Below the Line" and how this concept applies to the 9 Enneagram types.
Main Discussion Points:
We'll all be above the line or below the line every day. The goal isn't to be above the line all the time, the goal is to recognize when you are above the line, take a breath and reset to get yourself above the line again.
Stay tuned over the next 3 episodes to explore what each enneagram type looks like above the line and below the line.
RESOURCES
Above the Line/Below the Line Video:
Locating Yourself - A Key to Conscious Leadership
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLqzYDZAqCI
More About Lisa Alessi
Lisa's Bio
Lisa Alessi is a leadership and team development coach with over 30 years of experience working in a consultative capacity with people in a wide range of industries and sectors. Whether working with people in career transition or wanting to advance their leadership capacity with greater ease and grace, Lisa loves helping people determine their next steps with depth of clarity and intentionality.
In working with leaders and their teams, Lisa guides them to connect more meaningfully with themselves and the communities they serve through engaging group experiences.
Lisa is skilled at reading between the lines to get below the surface of what truly motivates people, their patterns of success, critical to effective leadership and achieving their goals and aligning with organizational strategy. Lisa’s key strengths include unlocking behaviors that hold leaders back, building strong relationships by partnering with clients, generating perspective and appreciation, facilitating team growth, coaching and mentoring, and leading change with resilience.
Lisa has a BS in Zoology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and numerous trainings, certifications and coursework in the areas of leadership development, conflict mediation, relational dynamics, Appreciative Inquiry, Enneagram applications, positive psychology, emotional resilience and energy management.