Social Styles
Fri Feb 06 2026
Welcome to Core Motivations Podcast
In this episode host Michelle Connolly delves into the concept of social styles as they relate to the Enneagram. She explores three primary social styles: assertive, dutiful, and withdrawn, detailing how each style influences interactions in personal and professional settings. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in understanding how we show up in various situations and how this impacts our relationships and leadership roles. Michelle encourages listeners to reflect on their own social styles and consider how they can leverage this knowledge to enhance their communication and leadership effectiveness.
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Take Aways
Social styles influence how we interact in various situations.Understanding your social style can improve personal relationships.The assertive style is characterized by clear communication and boundary setting.Dutiful individuals prioritize responsibility and meeting others' needs.Withdrawn styles often seek fulfillment by turning inward.Leadership can manifest in various forms, not just formal titles.Each Enneagram type has a unique approach to leadership.Self-awareness is key to effective communication and leadership.Enneagram insights can enhance workplace dynamics.Reflecting on our gifts can help us balance strengths and weaknesses.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Social Styles and Enneagram
02:59 Exploring Assertive Social Style
07:05 Understanding Dutiful Social Style
08:54 Delving into Withdrawn Social Style
12:53 Leadership Styles and the Enneagram
17:46 Applying Enneagram Insights in the Workplace
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Welcome to Core Motivations Podcast In this episode host Michelle Connolly delves into the concept of social styles as they relate to the Enneagram. She explores three primary social styles: assertive, dutiful, and withdrawn, detailing how each style influences interactions in personal and professional settings. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in understanding how we show up in various situations and how this impacts our relationships and leadership roles. Michelle encourages listeners to reflect on their own social styles and consider how they can leverage this knowledge to enhance their communication and leadership effectiveness. As always I'm Rooting for you 💕 Instagram—coremotivations_coach Email—michelle@coremotivationscoach.com Free Enneagram assessment https://assessment.yourenneagramcoach.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio Take Aways Social styles influence how we interact in various situations.Understanding your social style can improve personal relationships.The assertive style is characterized by clear communication and boundary setting.Dutiful individuals prioritize responsibility and meeting others' needs.Withdrawn styles often seek fulfillment by turning inward.Leadership can manifest in various forms, not just formal titles.Each Enneagram type has a unique approach to leadership.Self-awareness is key to effective communication and leadership.Enneagram insights can enhance workplace dynamics.Reflecting on our gifts can help us balance strengths and weaknesses. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Social Styles and Enneagram 02:59 Exploring Assertive Social Style 07:05 Understanding Dutiful Social Style 08:54 Delving into Withdrawn Social Style 12:53 Leadership Styles and the Enneagram 17:46 Applying Enneagram Insights in the Workplace