Many leaders unknowingly struggle with blind spots that prevent them from seeing their team’s true potential. With over 25 years of experience in HR coaching and leadership development, R. Karl Hebenstreit has witnessed how bias and a closed mindset in leadership can negatively impact team dynamics. By using tools like the Enneagram, he helps leaders identify their challenges, understand their teams, and unlock higher performance and better employee retention. In this episode, Karl joins Kevin to discuss how the Enneagram can uncover blind spots, enhance leadership effectiveness, and build stronger, more cohesive teams.

R. Karl Hebenstreit is an author, international speaker, executive coach, and human resources and organizational development leader with over 25 years of experience. He has worked with top organizations such as Merck and AT&T.

In this episode, Kevin and Karl will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction 

(02:40) His Journey into Leadership Development

(03:59) Why Relying on One Solution Limits Success

(06:03) How the Johari Window Broadens Perspectives

(10:15) The Key to Boosting Employee Engagement

(12:59) Understanding Enneagram Types for Better Leadership

(17:13) The Oz Principle and Personal Accountability

(19:33) How to Apply the Enneagram Checklist

(22:40) Uncovering Leadership Blind Spots with the Enneagram

(31:31) Leveraging AI in Leadership Coaching

R. Karl Hebenstreit is an author, international speaker, executive coach, and human resources and organizational development leader with over 25 years of experience. He is the founder of Perform & Function, LLC, where he helps enhance individual, team, and organizational performance. Karl holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology and is a certified Professional Certified Coach (PCC). He has worked with top organizations such as Merck and AT&T.

Connect with Karl:

Karl’s Website: performandfunction.com

Karl’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rkarlhebenstreit 

Karl’s Email: karl@performandfunction.com

Resources Mentioned:

Karl’s Book, The How and Why: Taking Care of Business with the Enneagram: https://www.amazon.com/How-Why-Taking-Business-Enneagram-ebook/dp/B0CJLQGS3K 

Karl’s Book, Explicit Expectations: The Essential Guide & Toolkit of Management Fundamentals: https://www.amazon.com/Explicit-Expectations-Essential-Management-Fundamentals-ebook/dp/B0D4KXSH4F 

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