What if the key to better communication, less conflict, and higher engagement at work wasn't another process — it was actually understanding the people?

In this episode of The People Success Circle, I sit down with Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober, also known as Enneagram Ashton, community psychologist and Enneagram expert, to talk about one of the most powerful — and underutilized — tools for building stronger workplace cultures. Ashton shares how the Enneagram goes far beyond personality labels to uncover the motivations behind why people do what they do, and how that insight can change the way we lead, communicate, and collaborate at work. This conversation is packed with practical takeaways for leaders, HR professionals, and entrepreneurs alike.

In this episode, we talk about:

• What the Enneagram is, how it differs from other personality tools like Gallup Strengths and DISC, and why understanding motivation matters more than behavior
• Why tests are only about 60% accurate — and the better approach to discovering your true Enneagram type
• How one company reduced turnover dramatically in just six months after implementing the Enneagram with their team
• Why employee engagement jumps from 32% to 77% when people feel truly understood and valued at work
• How leaders can use the Enneagram to manage individuals on a personal level instead of assuming everyone is wired the same way
• The right way to implement the Enneagram at work — and why a one-time workshop is never enough
• How entrepreneurs can use the Enneagram to understand their own strengths and blind spots, and even serve their clients better
• Ashton's three books on the Enneagram and her program, The Enneagram Advantage, for those who want to go deeper

Listen for mindset shifts and practical takeaways you can start applying right away — whether you're leading a team, building a business, or just trying to understand yourself a little better.

About Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober:

Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober is a Community Psychologist, certified Enneagram coach, speaker, and author known as Enneagram Ashton. With a master's degree in community psychology and social change, Ashton helps individuals, teams, and organizations use the Enneagram to understand the motivations behind why they do what they do — so they can communicate better, build stronger relationships, and create real, lasting change. She has led 150+ workshops and speaking events, helped more than 6,000 people, and published four books on the Enneagram. Ashton speaks to corporate teams, organizations, and communities, making self-awareness feel accessible, practical, and genuinely fun.

Connect with Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober:
Website: enneagramashton.com
Instagram: @enneagramashton
The Enneagram Advantage Program: enneagramashton.mykajabi.com/advantage
Free Self-Assessment: truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test
Books: The Enneagram for Relationships, The Enneagram Made Simple, and A Little Bit of Enneagram — available on Amazon

Join Networking School & Become Known In Your Industry: https://www.limerockcareerco.com/networking-school-1

People Success Playbook: https://limerockconsulting.myflodesk.com/peoplesuccessplaybook

Company Website: www.limerockcareerco.com
Speaking Website: www.mindyeast.com