Podcasts about jenn whitmer

What if the very thing you were told was “too much” is actually your greatest gift? In this Q&A episode, Jenn Whitmer continues the conversation from last week with listener questions about speaking, writing, and what it feels like to launch her first book, Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are). From hearing the old “Jenn Show” story, to finding freedom on stage, Jenn shares how embodied learning creates real transformation, why editing is an act of courage, and how vulnerability and excitement coexist when you release something into the world. This episode is a behind-the-scenes masterclass in purpose, process, and rewriting the stories that keeps us small. Here's What's in the Episode: 1:30 What do you love about speaking? 6:00 How did you choose what to put in your book and what to cut? 13:05 How did you feel waiting for the book to launch? Were you nervous?” Key Takeaway Your "too much story" is the secret to your joy and success. About the Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book Joyosity hits shelves December 9, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Resources & Links: Preorder Joyosity: Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) Joy isn't extra. Joy is how you thrive. This book gives leaders the tools to turn exhaustion into resilience and build cultures where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity™ Jumpstart → Get crystal clear on what you want, what's in the way, and how to move forward with traction. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator → Stop guessing your type. In this 1:1 session, get clarity on your motivations and blind spots. Ready to Dive In: Joyosity™ Intensive → A one-day transformative experience to realign with your values and build a practical plan for joyful leadership. A Party for More: Bring Jenn & the Joy to Speak → Bring the spark (not just the spark notes!) to your whole team with contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter. Loved this episode? Rate, review, and share with a fellow leader who's ready to ditch the drama and lead with more joy, curiosity, and clarity.

Questions aren't just curiosity—they're power. In this special Q&A episode, Jenn Whitmer answers listener questions from Instagram about leadership, life, and the Joyosity™ framework. From how to rest in chaotic seasons to understanding what doesn't quite fit about your Enneagram type, to why coaching transforms what you know into what you can do, this episode is full of practical wisdom and playful insight. Most leaders quit right before growth clicks into place, simply because they don't understand where they are in the process of change. Here's What's in the Episode: 3:00 How do you rest in busy seasons? 7:04 Are there parts of your Enneagram number that don't ring true for you? 15:05 Why does coaching or getting support matter—can't I just read something? Key Takeaway Rest is a weapon. Coaching is a rocket booster. Questions are power. The best leaders use all three to cultivate joy that lasts. About the Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book Joyosity hits shelves December 9, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Resources & Links: Preorder Joyosity: Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) Joy isn't extra. Joy is how you thrive. This book gives leaders the tools to turn exhaustion into resilience and build cultures where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity™ Jumpstart → Get crystal clear on what you want, what's in the way, and how to move forward with traction. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator → Stop guessing your type. In this 1:1 session, get clarity on your motivations and blind spots. Ready to Dive In: Joyosity™ Intensive → A one-day transformative experience to realign with your values and build a practical plan for joyful leadership. A Party for More: Bring Jenn & the Joy to Speak → Bring the spark (not just the spark notes!) to your whole team with contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter. Loved this episode? Rate, review, and share with a fellow leader who's ready to ditch the drama and lead with more joy, curiosity, and clarity.

Most leaders quit right before growth clicks into place, simply because they don't understand where they are in the process of change. In this episode, Jenn Whitmer unpacks the four stages of change every leader experiences when learning a new skill — from “I don't even know what I don't know” to “I can do this without thinking.” Drawing from Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are), Jenn reveals why information isn't transformation—and what it really takes to move from stuck to thriving. Here's What's in the Episode: 1:25 Why change feels uncomfortable—and how to make it easier. 3:10 The four stages of individual change. 5:45 Why “information ain't transformation". 12:20 How repetition rewires your brain and builds new “muscle memory”. 15:30 How to know you've reached lasting change. Key Takeaway Information isn't transformation—change happens when you keep practicing through the messy middle. About the Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book Joyosity hits shelves December 9, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Resources & Links: Preorder Joyosity: Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) Joy isn't extra. Joy is how you thrive. This book gives leaders the tools to turn exhaustion into resilience and build cultures where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity™ Jumpstart → Get crystal clear on what you want, what's in the way, and how to move forward with traction. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator → Stop guessing your type. In this 1:1 session, get clarity on your motivations and blind spots. Ready to Dive In: Joyosity™ Intensive → A one-day transformative experience to realign with your values and build a practical plan for joyful leadership. A Party for More: Bring Jenn & the Joy to Speak → Bring the spark (not just the spark notes!) to your whole team with contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter. Loved this episode? Rate, review, and share with a fellow leader who's ready to ditch the drama and lead with more joy, curiosity, and clarity.

All work and no play doesn't make you dull—it makes you dangerous. When was the last time you truly played? Not performed, produced, or achieved—but actually played. Most leaders have forgotten how, and it's quietly costing them creativity, energy, and connection. In this solo episode, Jenn Whitmer unpacks why play isn't childish—it's strategic. Drawing from neuroscience, leadership studies, and real-world examples, Jenn shows how play powers mastery, problem-solving, and joyful productivity. Without structures, joy gets swallowed by stress, disorganization, and reactivity. Here's What's in the Episode: 1:12 The accreditation story that accidentally became a 10K run. 4:55 What research says about play, absenteeism, and creativity. 7:00 Why the absence of play leads to burnout, bullying, and toxic culture. 9:45 The five truths about play as a leadership practice. 12:00 How flow states and play circuits make you a better problem solver. 14:55 How to find your own play Persona. Key Takeaway Play is serious business. It's the hidden engine of creativity, resilience, and joy that powers healthy leadership and thriving teams. About the Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book Joyosity hits shelves December 9, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Resources & Links: Preorder Joyosity: Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) Joy isn't extra. Joy is how you thrive. This book gives leaders the tools to turn exhaustion into resilience and build cultures where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. Free 99 Steps Take the Play Persona Quiz. There are eight play personalities. Find your main play style and discover how to use your style to be a better leader, collaborate more efficiently, and have more joy at work. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity™ Jumpstart → Get crystal clear on what you want, what's in the way, and how to move forward with traction. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator → Stop guessing your type. In this 1:1 session, get clarity on your motivations and blind spots. Ready to Dive In: Joyosity™ Intensive → A one-day transformative experience to realign with your values and build a practical plan for joyful leadership. A Party for More: Bring Jenn & the Joy to Speak → Bring the spark (not just the spark notes!) to your whole team with contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter. Loved this episode? Rate, review, and share with a fellow leader who's ready to ditch the drama and lead with more joy, curiosity, and clarity.

Chaos costs more than you think — not just in time or money, but in joy. Without structures, joy gets swallowed by stress, disorganization, and reactivity In this episode, Jenn Whitmer breaks down why steady systems, rhythms, and rituals are essential for sustaining joy in your leadership and life. Drawing inspiration from Elizabeth Gilbert's wisdom and backed by behavioral science, Jenn reveals how creating repeatable, life-giving structures protects your energy, improves resilience, and helps you thrive—even when life is what it is. Here's What's in the Episode: 1:30 Why go-with-the-flow quietly destroys your joy. 4:00 What Elizabeth Gilbert knows about creativity and suffering. 7:45 How leaders accidentally normalize anxiety and burnout. 10:50 The three steady structures that sustain joy. 18:50 How to identify what structure you need most. Key Takeaway Joy doesn't grow from scattered steps. Joy grows from steady structures. About the Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book Joyosity hits shelves December 9, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Resources & Links: Preorder Joyosity: Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) Joy isn't fluff — it's fierce strategy. This book gives leaders the tools to turn exhaustion into resilience and build cultures where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity™ Jumpstart → Get crystal clear on what you want, what's in the way, and how to move forward with traction. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator → Stop guessing your type. In this 1:1 session, get clarity on your motivations and blind spots. Ready to Dive In: Joyosity™ Intensive → A one-day transformative experience to realign with your values and build a practical plan for joyful leadership. A Party for More: Bring Jenn & the Joy to Speak → Bring the spark (not just the spark notes!) to your whole team with contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter. Loved this episode? Rate, review, and share with a fellow leader who's ready to ditch the drama and lead with more joy, curiosity, and clarity.

You can't lead with resilience if your joy reservoir is empty. Your leadership depends on one thing most leaders forget to refill — your joy reservoir. This episode of The Joyosity™ Podcast dives into the essential truth that sustainable leadership isn't about endless hustle — it's about refilling your joy. Jenn Whitmer unpacks why motivation and willpower alone will eventually fail, how stress chemicals keep leaders depleted, and the three daily practices that protect and restore your energy: space, safety, and support. This is your permission slip to stop pouring from empty and lead from overflow instead. Here's What's in the Episode: 1:15 Burnout happens when leaders give more than they refill. 5:22 Neuroscience shows consistent, tiny leadership practices lower anxiety, improve sleep, and increase team engagement. And more joyful leadership for you. 9:45 How to judge where you are as a leader. 10:30 Three practices to cultivate resilient joy. Key Takeaway You can't pour joy from dust—refill your reservoir so your leadership flows from overflow, not exhaustion. About the Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book Joyosity hits shelves December 9, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Resources & Links: Preorder Joyosity: Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) Joy isn't fluff — it's fierce strategy. This book gives leaders the tools to turn exhaustion into resilience and build cultures where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity™ Jumpstart → Get crystal clear on what you want, what's in the way, and how to move forward with traction. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator → Stop guessing your type. In this 1:1 session, get clarity on your motivations and blind spots. Ready to Dive In: Joyosity™ Intensive → A one-day transformative experience to realign with your values and build a practical plan for joyful leadership. A Party for More: Bring Jenn & the Joy to Speak → Bring the spark (not just the spark notes!) to your whole team with contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter. Loved this episode? Rate, review, and share with a fellow leader who's ready to ditch the drama and lead with more joy, curiosity, and clarity.

In this Summer Sip, Jenn and Shelby revisit their conversation with former Cirque du Soleil creative director Krista Monson. From reclaiming the word just to literally lying in a vineyard to watch bees, Krista shares how slowing down, restoring creativity, and honoring your voice are essential survival tools — not luxuries — for leaders and creators alike. Key Takeaway When you minimize your words, you minimize your work. Language shapes the world — so speak with intention, not apology. Guest: Krista Monson Krista Monson is a renowned creative director, speaker, and former Artistic Director with Cirque du Soleil. Over 13 years, she led casting and directed performances for some of the company's most iconic shows, including O in Las Vegas. Krista has choreographed and produced global events — from the UN's World Humanitarian Summit to global athletic games opening ceremonies. Today, she helps families reconnect with creativity, purpose, and presence through storytelling and artistic insight. Find more about Krista here: https://sincerelyyoursmemoirs.com/ Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book, Joyosity, hits shelves on October 21, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Co-Host: Shelby Merryweather Shelby produces many live streaming shows and podcasts, including Joyosity™. She is also founder and CEO of Sunshine Lane, where she helps creative entrepreneurs lead with clarity and calm. Connect with Shelby at shelbymerryweather.com. Pour Yourself a Full Glass: November 2024 Episodes Episode 62: Connections are the Glue of Healthy Leadership with Jenn Whitmer Apple, Spotify, or YouTube Episode 63: How to Stop Burning Out Doing What You Love with Krista Monson Apple, Spotify, or YouTube Episode 64: Eight Survival Tips for Leaders with Krista Monson Apple, Spotify, or YouTube Episode 65: ICYMI: The Art of Uncommon Leadership with Jenn Whitmer & Shelby Merryweather Apple, Spotify, or YouTube Joyosity Book Coming this Fall: Join the Joyosity™ Works Very Important Party and get: Early sneak peeks of the book with real tools to help you in your life, your work, and in your leadership. An exclusive chance to shape this message, including cover art, and help other leaders create positive culture with complex people. Behind-the-scenes updates and bonuses. Get in here: https://jennwhitmer.com/books Resources & Links: Free 99 Steps: Why Do I Keep Doing This? Enneagram Motivations. You're not broken. You're just being run by a well-meaning but slightly unhinged internal script. Meet the five motivations behind your leadership quirks and learn how to flip the script with this quick guide. Joyosity Explorer Map will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity™ Jumpstart Get crystal clear on what you want, what's in the way, and what's actually working. In this powerful strategy session, we'll use the Joyosity™ Compass to name your roadblocks and map a leadership plan you can actually follow. No fluff, just traction. Schedule your session here. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator Tired of trying to figure out your Enneagram type from freebie quizzes that leave you more confused than a group text with no context? In this 1:1 session, I'll help you decode your motivations and blind spots so you can finally lead (and live) with clarity, not guesswork. Book your Navigator session here. Ready to Dive In: Joyosity™ Intensive What if you could clear the fog, realign with your values, and build a practical plan for joyful leadership — in just one transformative day? This personalized experience combines deep self-awareness, strategic clarity, and honest-to-goodness joy to help you lead with purpose *and* still like your life. Start the process here. A Party for More: Book Jenn to Speak When your whole team needs the spark — not just the spark notes — I bring the energy, expertise, and real talk that shifts culture. With contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter, I help leaders connect, communicate, and make. Loved this episode? Rate, review, and share with a fellow leader who's ready to ditch the drama and lead with more joy, curiosity, and clarity — in a quick sip.

What if your checklist is killing connection? You can show intentional appreciation without making people feel like a task. This month on the Joyosity™ Podcast, we've been getting cozy with gratitude. Far beyond the generic “thanks!” you reflexively say cause you were raised with manners. We're talking personalized, purposeful, and strategic appreciation that actually fuels connection and trust at work (and home). In this In Case You Missed It episode, Jenn Whitmer and producer Shelby Merryweather reflect on May's big takeaways — from Enneagram-savvy thank-yous to the surprisingly soulful power of systems. Here's what you'll walk away with: The subtle (but powerful) difference between thankfulness and gratitude — and why only one builds trust. How to give appreciation that's specific to someone's Enneagram style (spoiler: praise what you want to produce). Why “operationalizing your values” (yes, even gratitude) creates more joy and less burnout. And again Shelby brings the question every leader should ask around 16 minutes in.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:More about this moment Jenn was let go, and how it changed her trajectory. How common this type of experience is among leaders today.Why we normalize dysfunction.The hidden cost of over-functioning leaders. Why so many high-achievers fall into this trap, and the first step to breaking free from it.How avoiding conflict can manufacture a fake peace. How you convince skeptical leaders that play isn't just a distraction but a driver of productivity.Something a struggling leader can do today to start reclaiming joy at work. To learn more about this guest:jenn@jennwhitmer.comhttps://jennwhitmer.com

Gratitude isn't just a warm fuzzy feeling — it's a leadership superpower. But most of us are doing it wrong… or at least, doing it on autopilot. Ready to learn how real gratitude can transform your team, your culture, and your own leadership mindset? Let's dive in. In this episode of The Joyosity™ Podcast, Jenn Whitmer welcomes Kevin Monroe — globally known as "The Gratitude Guy" — to explore how gratitude isn't just nice-to-have, it's a game-changer at work. Kevin shares his personal story of accidentally becoming a gratitude expert, the difference between genuine gratitude and transactional thankfulness, and why seeing people — and we mean really seeing them — is at the heart of leadership. This isn't about gratitude jars gathering dust or robotic thank-yous at checkout lines. It's about sparking real human connection, even in the toughest seasons of leadership. Here's what we talked about: 06:12 The Pit of Despair Can Be a Launchpad: Kevin shares how hitting a personal low point ignited his extraordinary work around gratitude — and how struggle often plants the seeds of deeper joy. 09:40 Gratitude ≠ Thankfulness: Thankfulness can be transactional and automatic. Gratitude requires human connection, recognition, and intentionality. 16:05 The Kmart Card Problem: Forcing gratitude isn't going to work for you…or your people 19:55 Connection Powers Engagement: Leadership isn't about checking the “gratitude” box. It's about creating environments where people feel seen, heard, and valued. 28:48 Gratitude Empowers: Simple shifts — like asking “Who made your day better this week?” — can build trust, retention, and authentic workplace culture. If today's conversation sparked something in you, imagine what a life infused with real gratitude could unlock. Share this episode with a leader who needs a reminder: seeing people — truly seeing them — changes everything. And hey, don't forget to subscribe so you catch Part 2 of this conversation with Kevin Monroe — it's gonna get even better. Guest: Kevin Monroe Kevin is a workplace gratitude consultant, leadership mentor, and founder of multiple gratitude initiatives that have reached over 70 countries. Known for his transformative gratitude challenges and practical frameworks, Kevin helps leaders turn gratitude from a buzzword into a strategy for engagement, motivation, and cultural transformation. Find Kevin and more about his work at kevindmonroe.com https://kevindmonroe.com/ . Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her storytelling style blends practical strategies with a dash of humor, making the hard stuff easier. Her upcoming book *Joyosity* launches October 21, 2025—and it's your new favorite leadership manual (even if you don't think joy is your thing… yet). Find out more: jennwhitmer.com https://jennwhitmer.com Links/ Resources: The Free 99 Step: - Kevin's 21-Day Journey → https://kevin-monroe.kit.com/products/cultivating-hope-a-21-day-journey-may - Get in on the Joyosity Works Very Important Party → http://jennwhitmer.com/books Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart https://jennwhitmer.com/jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session https://jennwhitmer.acemlnb.com/lt.php?x=3TxtmrUFUqPUT55qA3P3hOdr~a-jjAT0w-xlk5HEIFnKDXV8y_xGh.ae3HVViwBfx1K2Z5UWKXOd954KzNLKUr is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator http://jennwhitmer.com/enneagram-typing Walk through the process to identify your Enneagram type — accurately! But then also know what does that mean in your every day life.

When is a cookie a giant letdown? (Nope, not a joke setup.) When the cookie is a crumb compared to the work you do. Because a one-size-fits-all thank-you is just another way to say you don't really see me. In this episode of the Joyosity Podcast, Jenn gets fired up about the difference between generic appreciation and the kind that actually builds culture, boosts performance, and keeps your best people from walking out the door. You'll also discover how the Enneagram can be a powerful tool to personalize appreciation and create true belonging. Sure, it may feel like one more to-do at first—but it's actually the shortcut to saving time, money, and your sanity. In this episode, you'll learn: 01:24 What happens when your gratitude isn't in the right language 04:36 The performance outcomes linked to belonging and feeling seen, heard, and valued (yep, we brought receipts) 10:26 How to stop giving “meh” thank-yous that land worse than a vanilla cookie 13:04 What each Enneagram type actually values in appreciation—and how to speak that language 23:34 How to appreciate what you see and want to see more of 27:01 A tiny challenge that leads to big impact Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her storytelling style blends practical strategies with a dash of humor, making the hard stuff easier. Her upcoming book Joyosity launches October 21, 2025—and it's your new favorite leadership manual (even if you don't think joy is your thing… yet). Resources & Links: - Learn more about the Enneagram with Jenn → https://jennwhitmer.com/enneagram - Get first dibs on Jenn's upcoming book Joyosity: Cultivating Joy at Work → http://jennwhitmer.com/books - Walk through the process to identify your Enneagram type — accurately! But then also know what does that mean in your every day life. Join Jenn for an Enneagram Navigator session → http://jennwhitmer.com/enneagram-typing Want to help others learn this too? Send it to your fellow leader who's still handing out generic gift cards and wondering why no one's smiling. Or better yet, leave a review —with specific appreciation, of course.

Turns out, shielding your team from stress doesn't protect them—it breaks trust. And if you've ever found yourself trying to carry it all alone? You're not the only one. There's a swirl every modern leader experiences. So we're going there. Keynote speaker for joy at work Jenn Whitmer and podcast and livestream producer Shelby Merryweather are digging into what actually builds trust, especially when the pressure's on and you're figuring out how to lead through change. We're talking team culture and honest leadership, helping you communicate with clarity and redefining what “professional” even means. Listen in on our transparent convo about what makes modern leadership work — and where we all still get stuck. Oh! At 12:45, Shelby names the moment every leader's lived but few say out loud. If you're Googling “how to lead with being exhausted” at your desk right now? Start here. Key Takeaways for Leaders: 03:07 How to be professional. Can you be professional and human? Professionalism shouldn't mean fake, stuffy, or perfect. 08:03 Change is scary, but not changing is worse.Trying (and potentially failing) is often better than staying stuck in fear. 11:08 Transparency builds trust. Trying to “protect” your team by hiding your stress usually backfires. 15:58 Villagers make the village. Stop buying into the myth of the solo hero. We need each other to be healthy for the long term. 21:00 What tech can't do. When you get distracted by the Shiny Object Syndrome that is AI and tech tools, you make it worse 24:29 Why your internal people matter the most.Clients and customers will stay if you take care of your people. And a great story about a mop. Send this to your village, and especially the ones who want to be more human at work. And if you haven't already, subscribe to the Joyosity Podcast and leave us a quick review. It's like being the cream in the coffee of someone's day. Got thoughts about change, leadership, or fronds? Leave your comment or shoot us a message on LinkedIn: Jenn Whitmer https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennwhitmer/ We're here for the richness. Featuring: Host: Jenn Whitmer – Joy-bringer, keynote speaker, and leadership consultant helping leaders create positive culture with complex people. Producer: Shelby Merryweather – Podcast producer, business owner, and fellow human navigating the push-pull of professionalism and play. Resources & Links: - Join the Joyosity™ Works VIP: Joyosity: Cultivating Joy at Work – jennwhitmer.com/books http://jennwhitmer.com/books - Grab Ron Tite's upcoming book: The Purpose of Purpose – Amazon link https://amzn.to/4cFqMYw - Need help figuring it out? Grab a Spark Session for 15 minutes — https://jennwhitmer.com/spark-call

Titles. Egos. Positions. We can do with a few less of those and far more actual leaders. In this episode of The Joyosity Podcast, Ron Tite, speaker, author, and founder of Church & State, returns for a deeper conversation on leadership, purpose, and impact. Jenn Whitmer and Ron break down how leaders at any level—not just CEOs—can bring purpose to life in their organizations. From real-world examples to practical strategies, this episode is packed with insights to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. What You'll Hear: 3:22 How to lead with purpose when you're not the CEO 4:59 The necessity of personal growth in driving organizational change (and a bit about Steve Martin!) 7:28 How to align your role, work, and leadership to a bigger mission 12:58 The biggest leadership distraction today (and how to avoid it) 15:45 Why purpose isn't simply an ideal. How to use purpose as a powerful decision-making tool Be sure to listen for Ron's clear purpose framework. About Ron Tite: Ron Tite is a renowned speaker, author, and the Chief Innovation Officer at Church & State, an award-winning advertising agency. His insights on creativity, business strategy, and leadership have made him one of the most engaging thought leaders on LinkedIn and beyond. His latest book, The Purpose of Purpose, challenges leaders to rethink how they define and activate purpose in their organizations. About Jenn Whitmer: Jenn Whitmer is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book, Joyosity, hits shelves on October 21, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Resources & Links: Ron's Book: Preorder The Purpose of Purpose (Coming May 6!) Follow Ron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rontite/ Church & State Agency: https://churchstate.co/ Jump into Your Purpose: Joyosity™Leadership Intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment to purpose one on one with Jenn. Five spots available in April and May 2025. Jenn's Book: Preorder Joyosity (Coming Oct. 21!)

“When the world hints at change, most businesses hesitate. When the world demands change, they take the easy way out.” Ron Tite with the mic drop moments on the podcast this week. We both agree real leadership isn't about superficial strategies. Running a business and leading is far more than just giving lipservice to purpose. You must anchor action to purpose. In this episode of The Joyosity Podcast, host Jenn Whitmer sits down with Ron Tite, speaker, author, and founder of Church & State, to discuss the truth about purpose-driven leadership. Ron's new book, The Purpose of Purpose, dives into why businesses get purpose wrong, how they “purpose-wash” for PR, and what it takes to align values, strategy, and action. What You'll Hear: 4:34 Ron's winding career path 9:58 Why many businesses misunderstand and misuse purpose 12:42 How purpose connects to profit, culture, and leadership growth 14:07 The difference between true purpose and performative purpose 19:39 The leadership issue that's bigger than the Great Resignation —resignation to the status quo About Ron Tite: Ron Tite is a renowned speaker, author, and the Chief Innovation Officer at Church & State, an award-winning advertising agency. His insights on creativity, business strategy, and leadership have made him one of the most engaging thought leaders on LinkedIn and beyond. His latest book, The Purpose of Purpose, challenges leaders to rethink how they define and activate purpose in their organizations. About Jenn Whitmer: Jenn Whitmer is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book, Joyosity, hits shelves on October 21, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Resources & Links: Ron's Book: Preorder The Purpose of Purpose (Coming May 6!) Follow Ron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rontite/ Church & State Agency: https://rontite.com/ Jump into Your Purpose: Joyosity™Leadership Intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment to purpose one on one with Jenn. Five spots available in April and May 2025. Jenn's Book: Preorder Joyosity (Coming Oct. 21!) Subscribe & Review: If you enjoyed this conversation, share it with a fellow leader and leave us a review. Let's put joy, curiosity, and purpose at the center of leadership!

Seriousness about destroyed me in 2nd grade. And unfortunately, it's likely your path to failure as a full-grown adult human. SO MANY messages about “professionalism” and “be serious.” It's not shocking then that many leaders fall victim to the ideas that seriousness, discipline, and relentless productivity are the keys to success. But research — and real-world experience — prove otherwise. In this episode, Jenn Whitmer breaks down the hidden cost of “serious leadership” and why joy, play, and connection create stronger, more effective teams. If this sounds delightful (and maybe untrue) tune in to learn: Why “seriousness equals success” is killing you and your team. The true cost of joyless leadership (Meaning burnout, disengagement, and turnover.) What leaders and businesses get wrong about joy (and it's just a joy juke that breaks trust) The hidden trap of being the “smushed leader” and how to escape it Two questions to ask your team and your leader to you don't have to be the only responsible adult in the room. Doing this alone sucks. So grab one of the Joyosity™ Intensive slots for Q2 before they're gone. Links/ Resources: The Free 99 Step: Joyosity Explorer Map will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. Five spots available in November and December 2024. A Party for More: Book Jenn to Speak for your team or next event. Bring this knowledge (and joy) to transform your team.

Leaders, you running on empty? Exhaustion, overcommitment, and urgency culture are driving burnout (and you're like tell me something new!). On this episode, Jenn Whitmer and Shelby Merryweather reflect on podcasts with Jo Saxton about why leaders keep pushing past their limits and how we can break the cycle. Here's the goods: - How do you lead like a human? Use the HALT method - The tyranny of urgency derails focus - Overworking isn't leading - Diagnosing overwhelm is the key - The Enneagram's role in how leaders manage stress - How to reset before burnout takes over If you've ever skipped lunch (like all the time), sacrificed sleep, or felt pressure to “just keep going,” this episode is for you. Listen now and take back control of your leadership. Links/ Resources: Connect with Jo Saxton: joesaxton.com https://joesaxton.com/ Highly recommend “Cup of Jo!” Podcast: *Lead Stories Podcast* https://www.leadstoriespodcast.com/ The Free 99 Step: Joyosity Explorer Map http://jennwhitmer.com/joyosity-explorer will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart https://jennwhitmer.com/jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session https://jennwhitmer.acemlnb.com/lt.php?x=3TxtmrUFUqPUT55qA3P3hOdr~a-jjAT0w-xlk5HEIFnKDXV8y_xGh.ae3HVViwBfx1K2Z5UWKXOd954KzNLKUr is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Only one spot remains. Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. These are on hold. But you can join the waitlist.

Are we in a leadership crisis? The statistics scream yes. Burnout, turnover, and the weight of constant change are overwhelming leaders everywhere. But you already knew that…because you feel it too. In this episode, Jenn Whitmer dives into the two biggest myths holding leaders back and how you can shift from exhaustion and overwhelm to effectiveness and joy. Myth 1: Leading means doing it all alone. Myth 2: Someone else makes you a leader. Jenn breaks down why leadership is always a team sport and why self-leadership is the foundation of effective leadership. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The real reason burnout is at an all-time high for leaders. How to build your personal leadership board of directors. The key to making decisions with clarity and confidence. Why self-leadership is non-negotiable for long-term success. Upcoming Guest: Leadership expert Jo Saxton joins us in upcoming episodes to dive deeper into navigating today's leadership challenges. Take Action: Identify one leadership myth you need to unlearn. Choose one mentor, coach, peer, or sponsor to strengthen your leadership network. Need clarity now? Book a Joyosity Jumpstart Session at jennwhitmer.com/jumpstart. Connect with Jenn: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jennwhitmer Instagram: @jenn_whitmer Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review. Your support helps more leaders find us and create positive culture with complex people. Here's what we talked about: 00:57 What it feels like in a toxic work environment 04:01 The proof of the leadership crisis 08: 32 Leadership Myth No. 1 10:40 You need these people to be a great leader 15:23 Leadership Myth No. 2 18:00 How to lead yourself first 20:58 Leading in crisis 22:45 What you can do right now to lead positive culture Links/ Resources: Joyosity Jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan.

As the new year begins, do you feel it? That relentless pull? The questions shout at us, demanding answers. What's your plan? Your word of the year? Your goals? Your resolutions? The messages are everywhere: Strive harder. Add more. Be perfect. But what if the real question isn't about more? What if, instead, we started with a different question: What creates joy? In this special bonus episode of the Joyosity Podcast, Jenn Whitmer shares her own story of when limits came crashing down and how learning to ask different questions that helped her find not only the power of setting limits, but freedom. Join us as Jenn explores how embracing your limits can unlock freedom and focus, making life more sustainable, effective, and joyful. With stories, practical tools, and a powerful resource to guide your reflection, this episode is a gentle invitation to approach the new year differently. Join the Conversation: What brings you joy? Head over to Jenn's Instagram and share your thoughts! Let's start a ripple effect of joy in leadership and beyond. Happy New Year!

On The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air when Will goes to confront his birth father is emotional and beautiful. And in this episode of the podcast, Justin Jones-Fosu and Jenn Whitmer connect this episode not only to Justin's journey, but also you as a leader. The big idea Justin brings from his experience with his father is the power of conversation over a confrontation. And he gives us his five pillars of respectful disagreement. Not only how they saved him from more anger and heartache, but also how you can use these pillars as a leader when you face disagreements with and among your colleagues (or really any humans!) This conversation was beautiful and powerful. I hope it helps you lead with an open heart and welcome respectful disagreement in your workplace. Because when you do, you'll discover how healed relationships and genuine curiosity unlock new levels of productivity, engagement, and joy. Here's what we talked about: 03:11 Five pillars to help you start respectfully disagreeing 06:31 The Tortoise Principle 09:17 Turning a confrontation into a conversation 14:30 Four powerful questions for understanding differences 20:50 The power of three 24:08 Practice asking and listening deeply Links/ Resources: Grab Justin's latest book, I Respectfully Disagree. What happened to you? by Oprah Winfrey and Bruce D. Perry Clip of Fresh Prince of Bel-Air The Free 99 Step: Connect with Jenn on Instagram and LinkedIn and join the conversation. Joyosity Explorer Map will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator Walk through the process to identify your Enneagram type — accurately! But then also know what does that mean in your every day life. Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. Five spots available in November and December 2024.

Disagreement is a part of leadership. It's uncomfortable, it's hard but it's a skill that we need to cultivate in order to lead well. This week, we dove into the art of leading when everyone isn't on the same page. As I sat down with a plate of eggs and hashbrowns, I noticed the table conversation revolved around lab-raised meat and a skeptic — not what I was expecting at a business networking breakfast before 8am! How many times have you found yourself in the middle of a conversation that was, well, less than agreeable? When faced with a heated conversation, what's your initial reaction? Understanding whether you're a moonwalker or a stirrer-upper can set the stage for effective leadership. We covered my favorite "Three Question Rule" and how this helps you understand hidden perspectives, builds trust, and opens up avenues for diverse ideas. I gave examples for each of these questions and how to pivot as you listen intensely and with an open heart. Eventually as the leader you will have to make the call, but asking questions will help you lead more effectively and explaining your decisions fosters respect and shows you value your team's input. Transforming disagreements into moments of connection and productivity can make your leadership journey not just successful but joyful. So keep those questions coming and see the positive ripple effects throughout your organization! Still have questions? Book a spark call with me, I'd love to chat! Here's what we talked about: 04:33 What is your first instinct to disagreements 06:08 Why you should ask three questions before you jump in 10:58 First question to ask 12:30 Second question to ask 19:02 Disagreement is rarely efficient 20:00 Third question to ask 22:29 The person asking the questions is leading the conversation Links/ Resources: The Free 99 Step: Spark Session Book a 15 -minute spark session with me here. We'll work together to take a look at what's working and what isn't, uncover the most pressing problem that's keeping you stuck, and identify your next best step. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator Walk through the process to identify your Enneagram type — accurately! But then also know what does that mean in your every day life. Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. Five spots available in December 2024.

I had a coworker who was like sandpaper for me. Every time my slack would ding with their name, I would just feel a pang of “ugh”. Have you ever felt that? Truthfully, if you work with people long enough, someone will be this for you…and this might be inevitable at some point in any relationship. I decided to start with donuts. I knew she obsessed over donuts, and I thought maybe some time outside of work talk would do us some good. So I asked her to go for donuts. After that donut shop meeting, her messages did not send me into groan mode. This is the magic of connection! Connection is the glue of healthy leadership. Start with understanding your personality and values to connect with others. Then move to understanding others. Without connection, we start to feel untethered from the goals of an organization and the team. Every relationship doesn't have to include donut shop meetings. But as a leader, you MUST connect with people for your work and team to be effective. In this episode I'm sharing three tips to help you work torward connection. With so much collective anxiety around this election time in the U.S., you may be noticing your team struggling with the connection piece right now. I invite you to sit down and have real conversations. Show your authentic self and be genuinely curious about your team members. You can transform your leadership style and your team this way. It's time to make every workplace a more joy-filled space, starting now! Here's what we talked about: 08:18 Building trust requires communication and connection together 10:14 Disconnection reduces productivity 14:13 Solid connections require self-understanding and presence 19:15 How to be vulnerable and authentic as a leader 25:50 Explore Joyosity for joyful, productive workplace connections 27:23 How to use curiosity to become a better leader Links/ Resources: The Free 99 Step: Joyosity Explorer Map http://jennwhitmer.com/joyosity-explorer will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work. Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. Five spots available in November and December 2024.

In this enriching episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian is joined by expert Jenn Whitmer to delve into the profound nuances of human connection in the workplace. Together, they explore the impact of empathy, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence on professional performance and team dynamics. Jenn shares her insights on the importance of acknowledging the whole person at work and offers actionable frameworks and strategies for fostering deeper connections. Learn how to cultivate a more empathetic and engaged work environment for elevated success and harmony. **Key Takeaways:** - Understand the pivotal role of empathy and the concept of acknowledging the whole person to enhance workplace dynamics. - Discover the "snap" framework for improved self-awareness and connection in just 90 seconds. - Learn practical strategies for fostering genuine connection and overcoming emotional barriers in professional settings. Connect with Jenn Follow Jenn on LinkedIn https://jennwhitmer.com/ Listen to The Joyosity Podcast What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource.

In this enriching episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian is joined by expert Jenn Whitmer to delve into the profound nuances of human connection in the workplace. Together, they explore the impact of empathy, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence on professional performance and team dynamics. Jenn shares her insights on the importance of acknowledging the whole person at work and offers actionable frameworks and strategies for fostering deeper connections. Learn how to cultivate a more empathetic and engaged work environment for elevated success and harmony. **Key Takeaways:** - Understand the pivotal role of empathy and the concept of acknowledging the whole person to enhance workplace dynamics. - Discover the "snap" framework for improved self-awareness and connection in just 90 seconds. - Learn practical strategies for fostering genuine connection and overcoming emotional barriers in professional settings. Connect with Jenn Follow Jenn on LinkedIn https://jennwhitmer.com/ Listen to The Joyosity Podcast What's in it for you? Exclusive Advice: Gain insights from top negotiation experts. Community Support: Connect with a like-minded community focused on growth. Personal & Professional Growth: Unlock strategies to enhance every aspect of your life. You deserve to negotiate more of the best things in life, and now you can! Don't wait—be the first in line to experience this game-changing resource.

In this episode I have the privilege of chatting with Enneagram and leadership expert, Jenn Whitmer who also happens to be a good friend of mine.If you are wondering what your natural speaking style is and how you can determine it by simply investigating your Enneagram number, then this episode is definitely for you.Jenn and I chatted about:1. What the Enneagram is2. What  each numbers speaking style looks like3. What are the strengths and weaknesses to look out for4. And so much more...Click to listen to this very engaging interview.PS – WHEN YOU'RE READY TO LEAN INTO YOUR SPEAKING STYLE AND CONFIDENTLY  TAKE YOUR MESSAGE TO ANY ROOM, PLATFORM OR STAGE, HERE'S HOW I CAN HELP YOU: Need your brand voice and message audited to find and fix your content and conversions?  Sign up for a POWER STRATEGY SESSIONWant to learn to craft your own killer keynote or presentation? I can teach you how to do it hereHave an upcoming event you are speaking at? Need help creating your presentation outline ASAP? Let's chat HERE_________________________________________________________________________Get to know Jenn Whitmer:Jenn Whitmer helps teams and leaders solve conflict, cultivate communication, and create empowered teams. Keynote and TEDx speaker and consultant, she talks about hard topics with infectious joy. Through working with Jenn, people improve communication, work through conflict, and build self-awareness with the Enneagram. She asks big questions that lead to big dreams and big ideas and big living. Usually, that means laughing.Connect with Jenn:https://jennwhitmer.com/freebieshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jennwhitmer/https://www.instagram.com/jenn_whitmer/Let's connect on IG at www.instagram.com/csillamuscanor on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/csillamuscan/

Keep connecting with IAAPA in 2024! Join your colleagues and peers at the IAAPA FEC Summit from January 21st to the 23rd in San Antonio, Texas. Or, plan to celebrate the industry's most significant achievements at the new IAAPA Honors event held in conjunction with the IAAPA North America Summit, March 3rd to the 5th in Las Vegas.   We can't wait to see you there! Visit IAAPA.org for more information.     As we head into 2024, AttractionPros is proud to present the seventh annual “resolutionary” episode, which sets the stage for the year to come. To go forth, we reflect on 2023 as Matt and Josh discuss not only their personal goals, but goals for the industry as well. As you set your goals for the upcoming year, we hope you discover valuable advice and guidance as we discuss our resolutions, and hope they can provide a great framework to help you achieve your goals for 2024. In this episode, Matt and Josh talk about the power of accountability as they share their goals and resolutions for 2024. Accountability   One of the most powerful forces in life is accountability. Josh shares that announcing his upcoming book on the podcast served as a motivating factor, propelling him to publish The Hospitality Mentality in 2023 and ensure its successful completion. Additionally, because AttractionPros has a strong and growing audience that keeps us accountable, it has helped ensure that every Tuesday since September 2017, there's been a new podcast for our listeners to hear.    New Year's resolutions often wane or fall short, but establishing not only internal but also external accountability can significantly enhance the pursuit of those goals. This is also incredibly important in our industry, as making sure we hold ourselves accountable ensures that we can deliver great experiences to guests every day of the year. Josh's Resolutions   In 2024, Josh wants to focus more on building partnerships and sustaining guest experience initiatives. Josh shares that throughout his career, he's often flown out for a temporary time to deliver a workshop, and typically finds himself working in short timeframes. Josh wants to commit more time to growing guest experience initiatives and building more rewarding and long-lasting relationships within the industry.    Josh never expected to become a public speaker, but now finds himself consistently speaking at expos and workshops. Knowing this, Josh wants to commit to becoming a great public speaker in 2024 by taking advantage of the resources around him, such as enrolling in courses at The Second City in Chicago. By finding a unique voice and providing opportunities to laugh, Josh will make sure he's an even better speaker the next time you hear him.    Josh's final resolution is that he'd like to hold more in-person events in 2024. After hosting two successful events in 2023 with the AttractionPros meetup and his book launch at IAAPA Expo, Josh has fallen in love with the relaxed environment and opportunities to build relationships and meet people in a setting that doesn't revolve around exchanging business cards. We hope to see you at the AttractionPros meetup in 2024! Matt's Resolutions   Matt's first resolution for 2024 is that he'd like to keep building POC (Performance Optimist Consulting) YOUniversity by getting more help. So far, Matt has ventured on this journey primarily alone, and looks forward to bringing new perspectives not only to execute the next steps, but also create them.    Matt's second resolution for 2024 is more personal, as he wants to keep committing to his health after receiving open heart surgery. Although several factors are out of his control, Matt realizes there's still plenty he can do to ensure his well-being. Since surgery, Matt's been exercising, avoiding fried foods, and working to build great habits that lead to positive lifestyle changes.   Matt's final resolution for 2024 is that he'd like to make sure he can tell his story when it will make a positive impact on somebody. Matt wants to make sure that this story is a chapter in his life, and not the whole book. By using the story in the right moments, Matt can continue to make an incredible impact on people's lives.  Resolutions for the Industry   Our first 2024 resolution for the industry is to take care of your people. There are far too many people who feel guilty about taking time off, and too many people who feel like they can't take care of themselves. By taking the proper steps, Leadership can hold themselves accountable to improving their employee wellbeing.    Our next resolution is to make exceeding expectations part of the standard operating procedure. When we, as leadership, focus our energy in the right place, we can make sure guests have incredible experiences by training our frontline staff to consistently exceed the expectations our guests have developed.    Another resolution, as shared by Jenn Whitmer in Episode 322, is to not avoid conflict. So many negative aspects of culture, guest experience, and employee experience occur when we avoid conflict. While conversations can be difficult, handling that conflict and acknowledging the issues can help remedy many negative experiences in the workplace.   Our last resolution for the industry is to eliminate the phrase “Let me get my manager.” So many people don't include complaint resolution/recovery in their standard operation procedure. By allowing frontline staff to resolve complaints and provide a service recovery, the guest and employee can both walk away as winners.  If you have been inspired by our guests to achieve your goals, we would love to hear about it. Please connect with us via Facebook, Linkedin, X, Instagram, or send us an email.     We wish you a happy, healthy, and successful year ahead, and we look forward to bringing you many more amazing guests in 2024! This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our faaaaaantastic team:   Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas Summary written by Mason Nichols To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

Calling all thrill makers, fun creators, and AttractionPros! Get ready for the ride of a lifetime at IAAPA Expo 2023 - the global attractions industry's premier event. Join us in Orlando, November 13-17, for a week of learning, networking, and exploring trends and new technologies. Discover innovative solutions for growth that will supercharge your business and enhance your career. Register by November 10th at iaapa.org/iaapaexpo and save up to 30% and get an additional $10 off with code apros.   Jenn Whitmer is a renowned speaker, leader, and enneagram specialist. Jenn's professional journey started in music education, and it was after her transition into school administration that she discovered her deep-seated passion for leadership and conflict resolution. After watching a positive workplace fall apart, Jenn made it her mission to share her powerful message of how personality and leadership intertwines, making her a perfect guest for our podcast! In this interview, Jenn tells us about creating positive culture with complex people, conflict as posture, and the importance of rest.    Creating Positive Culture with Complex People   "Welcoming people as whole people creates more productivity at work."   Jenn shares that workplaces should be viewed as communities, not families. By fostering an environment where colleagues are welcomed with open arms, individuals feel at ease being their authentic selves at work. This approach not only promotes diversity and contributes to a positive workplace culture where emotions are valued, but it helps people experience that wonderful sense of belonging.   Jenn's strategy, known as Joyosity, revolves around what she calls the "Three E's" - Exploration, Engagement, and Experience. This approach encourages colleagues to freely explore their work, become deeply engaged in their tasks and responsibilities, and ultimately have a great experience by feeling welcomed and appreciated.  Conflict as Posture   "80% of conflict is miscommunication."   Viewing conflict as a posture is simple - instead of thinking of conflict as individual vs. individual - Jenn says it should instead be looked at like the game ‘Red Rover', where it's an intertwined team fighting to break the conflict across the field. It's not people vs. people, it's people vs. conflict.    Additionally, most conflict stems from limited resources and different angles. Instead of framing these situations as conflicts, consider them opportunities for problem-solving that can help the identification of miscommunications and lead to the resolution of the "conflict" in a much more straightforward manner.   The Importance of Rest   "As leaders, we should encourage people to take time off."   It's simple, when we're not rested, we're not effective. Jenn shares that most of the Western world overworks themselves and has lost the true definition of rest. Rest is recognizing that we're limited, and when we accept and work around those boundaries, we become much more productive.    Jenn highlights that she has three essential keys to achieving proper rest. First, she emphasizes the value of taking mini-breaks to relax the brain. Second, utilizing all of your allocated vacation time can significantly contribute to productivity. Lastly, she underscores the critical importance of tending to your body's physical needs, which includes maintaining a healthy diet and ensuring adequate sleep to get true rest.     To learn more about Jenn, click here. To connect with Jenn, connect with her on LinkedIn or follow her on Instagram. This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our faaaaaantastic team:   Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas A/V editing by Abby Giganan Summary written by Mason Nichols To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

Remember when you were a kid and you went to the swimming pool or the beach and you swam your heart out? You'd come home that happy kind of exhausted. The kind of exhausted that left a smile on your face. A positive culture should feel like that. You should be doing meaningful work, creating an impact, and coming home feeling thrilled and content. Does that sound impossible? In this episode I give you the blueprint to creating the positive work environment of your dreams. No, it's not always going to feel like the perfect beach day every day, but it is going to help you align your values with your actions. If you're new around here, I'm a big fan of the enneagram. If you don't know much about that here's a link to learn more: https://jennwhitmer.com/enneagram. I share my three step process to putting people at the heart of your business and a few red flags you might be hearing or saying. If you've ever thought “we just need to try harder” or “we need to be more efficient” please listen and let me know what you think in the comments on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/events/whypeoplearetheheartofyourprofi7117855061233340416/comments/ Here's what we talked about: 05:30 What is a positive culture 09:09 How personalities can fuel change 13:30 The stories we tell ourselves 17:44 Aligning your values with your work 23:34 What you can do next

We often make incorrect assumptions about our kids based on the stories we tell ourselves. If they don't call us, we tell ourselves, “they don't love us.” This is not true.  TedX Speaker and conflict expert, Jenn Whitmer joins us to help us learn how to rewrite the stories we tell ourselves about our kids. Learn a four step process to rewrite the soundtrack and improve your connection with your kids.The process is called SNAP and it stands for STOP> NOTICE> ASK >PIVOT! HELPFUL LINKS: Free Guide: Your Kids are Grown....Now What? here Jenn Whitmer's website and freebies here Rate + Review the podcast here Information and free Discovery Session, with certified Life Coach, Pamela Henkelman here

When's the last time you felt that sticky feeling of “I'm uncomfortable, and I'm not sure what's next”? Did you jump into a story about how you should have done something differently? Or maybe they should have?! Before you know it, you might be doing something you regret, like snapping at a coworker or maybe yelling at your kid. Did you act in line with your values? How do you make sure you do better next time? Managing unexpected situations is part of life. Whether it's a broken-down car or a tech slip-up at work, the way we handle ourselves in these moments is critical to creating a positive environment not only for ourselves but for those around us. I wish I could give you a step-by-step Mapquest printout (if you know, you know) for every hard situation that is coming your way. I can't foresee that, and neither can you. But what I share in this episode is a compass. A compass you can pull out when you find yourself in a sticky place and not sure what to do next. This compass shows you where to focus your energy and how to move forward in a way that's grounded in your values and keeps everyone whole. Head over to the live session if you need to screenshot the compass and get a visual for the three E's I share in this episode. I hope it will help you next time you find yourself facing something frustrating at work (or at a gas station in Tennessee!): https://www.linkedin.com/events/thecompassyouneedasaleaderwithj7107720071199821826/comments/ Here's what we talked about: 3:36 Handling unexpected situation 6:09 The Joyosity compass for leadership 9:10 Clarifying your values and using them 9:54 Steps for creating a positive culture 13:20 3 components of experience 15:45 The power of play and fun at work 17:13 Creating positive culture with complex people

Performance reviews, bonus discussions, Thanksgiving dinner conversations...the end of the year is full of communication that can easily become a challenge. Here are five tips to make your conversations more productive.

What makes hard conversations hard for you? We all want to avoid discomfort and pain and angst. And still, there are important reasons to face the discomfort of hard conversations. Three practical and inspiring reasons that will help you face hard conversations... and a challenge to help you conquer them!

What in the world is the Enneagram? And how does it help your leadership? I recently asked what Enneagram questions you had, and y'all had great ones! Timestamps: 1:37 What does Enneagram mean? 2:37 What makes the Enneagram different? 3:07 Personality is the lens through which you see the world 4:20 Can an Enneagram number change? 10:00 Your gaps can help you grow! 12:07 The best leaders are self-aware leaders 12: 33 Get your leader personality layers and download the QR code!

Inspired employees not only make your workplace more enjoyable, but also more productive. This week's live show I revealed Joyosity, a podcast & live show yes… And the PODCAST IS LIVE TODAY! But really, Joyosity is a movement. A way to lead that will inspire your employees and in turn help your organization to prosper. I shared some fascinating recent studies on the power of a positive workplace and how right now more than ever our teams are needing something more. This show is a place for us to come together and test theories and ideas for leadership. A place to collaborate and share stories. A place for community. A place for joy. Here's what we talked about: 05:23 Circumstances and complex people 07:26 Workplace and mental wellness 11:00 Navigating to a positive culture

Be as kind to yourself as you are to others. This is can be a struggle for me. But I continue to find when I demonstrate kindness to myself, creating a healthy culture is much easier. Jana Gregorek and I just scratched the surface of cultivating healthy cultures at work. Practical and inspirational, Jana offered so much for those in leadership and those who “lead without the title.” Time stamps: 1:40 Build a base of knowledge 2:30 The fallacy of work-life balance 3:55 Pitching yourself 5:45 Defining culture 7:00 Listening to your team 9:30 Welcoming dialogue and feedback 10:30 Inviting solutions 12:00 Advocating for yourself 15:20 Leading when you don't have the title 17:45 How to advocate without feeling icky 19:50 Work-life integration and wholeness

“The opposite of play is not work; it's depression.” Dr. Stuart Brown. So why do we think play doesn't belong at work? Because I'm pretty interested in avoiding depression. For myself and those I lead! Gary Ware says, “Play is the cheat code to business success,” and great leaders find ways to develop play for themselves and their teams. How does this strike you? Do you get excited, or do you feel resistant? When I met Gary, I was thrilled to meet someone whose energy fills a room as mine does, and someone who is as passionate about whole life living! Join Gary and me this week on Monday Mentor to talk about the power of play. Gary, founder of Breakthrough Play, works as a corporate facilitator, keynote speaker, certified coach, and author helping organizations improve their workplace through play. Time stamps: 1:27 Gary's journey 7:17 What is play? 8:40 Purposeful play 9: 51 Play vs Playfulness 11:35 The playful map Method Audience Purpose 13:20 How does play help us as a team? 15:57 Teams that are playful have a higher level of psychological safety. 18:31 Where to start? - some quick start tips from Gary! 22:17 Where to find Gary - [x] **How to have an innovation mindset - Leo Chan** - Leo was a powerhouse of innovation! And how we build this skill that is accessible to everyone. - 3:00 How Leo found innovation and the beauty of it - 5:30 The definition of innovation and why it's for everyone - 8:00 How to have a mindset of innovation 8:45 The future is coming. How do we shape it? 10:30 The difference between innovation and invention 11:00 What's a prototype mindset and how to fight perfectionism 13:50 The beginners mindset 15:00 How to apply innovation to our whole lives 15:38 How innovation empowers your people 20:30 Some homework and vision casting. You can create the future you want.

Stories are everywhere. Literally. And the stories that show up the most are in our own minds. Kindra Hall, professional storyteller and best-selling author joins me to share tips on how self-storytelling can change your leadership. Order Kindra's book Choose Your Story, Change Your Life: Silence Your Inner Critic and Rewrite Your Life from the Inside Out. https://amzn.to/3cfoiBJ

A floating petrie dish. That's what I used to call cruise ships. Yet, we are on a Disney cruise voyage this week because of Disney's values. (or a short illustration of how values create profit.) In January, I got to listen to a Disney executive speak about the organization in a 30-person retreat. We got to ask lots of questions. And without reviewing my notes, I can tell you how Disney uses its values as a filter for all decision-making. Disney's four core values are safety, courtesy, show, and efficiency. They aren't in any random order. When faced with any situation, the first filter is always safety. Or as my friend Erika likes to say as the car climbs the Mine Train, “Disney won't kill me.” For nearly 26 years, my husband has wanted to go on a cruise. And me? I'm in the floating petrie dish camp. I'm not overly concerned about germs, but my Enneagram Seven self is terrified of being trapped somewhere with a bunch of sick people with no escape. And yet, I'm on a Disney cruise next week. What changed? Transparency of a company's values. Because I experienced Disney's alignment of its values to actions and my connection to that value, I changed my mind. From I'm not going on a cruise to spending a good deal of cash with Disney. This week on Monday Mentor is another mini-workshop with me about values with some of the research behind why values create better workplace experiences and more profitable companies.

Is joy a work extra? When joy is absent, there are high costs — actual dollar bills (or pound notes or bitcoin…) are squandered when joy employees do not have joy at work. What exactly is joy and what in the world does it have to do with the workplace? In this week's Linkedin Live, we revealed some staggering statistics about the business outcomes of joy. We discuss the impact of joy in the workplace on productivity, employee retention, and profitability. We look even deeper into the “joy deficit” and experience a true coaching moment for you. Here's what we talked about: 2:44 Business Outcomes of Joy: productivity, retention, and profit 9:48 Is Joy at work a problem? The joy deficit numbers 12:46 Coaching moment 14:28 What is Joy at Work: the joy equation What do you think? Is this new for you? How do you set intentions for cultivating joy at work? Tell me in the comments.

“Make money while you sleep.” I read that line in a book about 20 years ago, and I was skeptical to say the least. Too good to be true, indeed. Years later, I get it. The author was promoting systems and automations that save time, money, and energy. And today, I'm all “what can I automate!?” And at the same time, I'm a little scared of the tech and the process. Do you ever feel that way with your team? What if you miss something, so you create an overly cumbersome process? Or are there too many choices to automate, so you don't pick anything? I've felt that place of paralyzation. And one of my favorite mentors has helped me out of that space more than once, into smooth systems that make team work and client work smooth and helpful for everyone! Diana Fang joins us on Monday Mentor to talk about why systems help you succeed. She is the most passionate advocate for small business, a world traveler, and the busiest introvert I've ever met.

- Leo was a powerhouse of innovation! And how we build this skill that is accessible to everyone. - 3:00 How Leo found innovation and the beauty of it - 5:30 The definition of innovation and why it's for everyone - 8:00 How to have a mindset of innovation 8:45 The future is coming. How do we shape it? 10:30 The difference between innovation and invention 11:00 What's a prototype mindset and how to fight perfectionism 13:50 The beginners mindset 15:00 How to apply innovation to our whole lives 15:38 How innovation empowers your people 20:30 Some homework and vision casting. You can create the future you want.

What does it really take to be the one in demand? The person people not only call for advice, but the one who also gets the promotion, wins the client, and succeeds with the team. Marley Majcher is joining us on Monday Mentor to show us how. CEO of The Party Goddess! and author, Marley has planned events for A-list celebs such as Pierce Brosnan and Sofia Vergara. So she knows something about being the one people want and hire. She has become a sought-after expert and The Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek, Entrepreneur magazine and others have cited her business savvy.

We believe true leadership requires more than just surface-level strategies — it requires a profound connection to everything that makes us human. Hear the story of Joyosity's beginning and how this podcast will be your favorite leadership resource. Through live interviews with experts and leaders, Jenn Whitmer, keynote speaker, consultant, and joy-bringer, guides you on a path to developing as a person and honing your skills as a leader, for you, your team, your family, and your community. And we're not just hanging in idea-land. We're moving to action, embracing the challenges that come with leading in a dynamic world. In each episode, leaders will discover secrets to: Explore how understanding personality and values form the foundation of healthy leadership and profitable business. Cultivate communication skills, emotional intelligence, and decision-making abilities that will increase your effectiveness in fostering purpose and belonging that inspire you and your team. Develop practices and systems to support a more connected and collaborative workplace, whether you're in-person, hybrid, or fully remote. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, Joyosity is the community for you! Join us every week for a dose of inspiration and practical advice that will help you create a culture where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. If you want to join the fun in real-time, listen live on LinkedIn every Monday at 1pm Eastern and come join the party in the comments! Let's live joyosity together! Connect with Jenn at jennwhitmer.com

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/services/workshops/ Join us as we explore the intersection of hope, valor, and conflict resolution with renowned speaker and consultant Jenn Whitmer. Learn how to harness the power of hope to envision a better future and overcome fear. Discover the keys to building togetherness, getting buy-in from diverse backgrounds, and fostering effective communication in your community. Gain valuable insights into self-leadership, connection, and creating a harmonious workplace culture. Don't miss this empowering episode that will equip you with the tools to navigate conflicts and achieve connected and powerful work.  You'll learn:  The transformative power of hope and valor in conflict resolution. Practical strategies to create a feeling of togetherness and overcome uncertainty. How to foster effective communication and connect with others in your community. Contact Jenn: Jenn's website: https://jennwhitmer.com Book Jenn to speak: https://jennwhitmer.com/speaking Jenn's special freebies: https://jennwhitmer.com/freebies#/ Follow Jenn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennwhitmer/ Jenn Whitmer Jenn Whitmer helps leaders solve conflict, cultivate communication, and create empowered teams. As an international keynote and TEDx speaker and Enneagram specialist, Jenn helps organizations retain employees, increase efficiency, and develop healthy culture so that work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. (Usually, that means a lot of laughter!) Jenn holds graduate certificates in music education, theology, and leadership, along with a Master of Arts in communication and culture from Webster University and certification as an Enneagram coach. While not-at-all-secretly wanting her life to just be a musical, Jenn lives in St. Louis, Missouri, with her husband, Michael, their four kids, and a surly cat that puts up with them all. As an international speaker and consultant, Jenn has stood in front of thousands of people, helping them develop the skills to improve their teams. And she's ready to help you restore the joy of work, creating a healthy workplace culture that is people-first and purpose-driven. Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwamechristian/ The Ultimate Negotiation Guide: https://www.americannegotiationinstitute.com/guides/ultimate-negotiation-guide/ Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!: https://www.amazon.com/Have-Difficult-Conversations-About-Race/dp/1637741308/ref=pd_%5B%E2%80%A6%5Df0bc9774-7975-448b-bde1-094cab455adb&pd_rd_i=1637741308&psc=1 Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Confidence-Conflict-Negotiate-Anything/dp/0578413736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PSW69L6ABTK&keywords=finding+confidence+in+conflict&qid=1667317257&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjQyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4xNCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMjMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=finding+confidence+in+conflic%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1

Being talked over by your manager? Dealing with a coworker who won't pull their weight? So many of the problems we face at work have to do with communication. In this episode, we dive into tips and tricks for navigating tricky, tense, or downright awkward workplace conversations. Helping us is Jenn Whitmer, a leadership expert and Enneagram coach who helps companies solve conflict and build better relationships. In Mailbag, we answer questions about paying off car loans and juggling different financial priorities. In Thrive, Denise Piazza of One Street Capital joins us to share the top 5 tax secrets of the super wealthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thank you for following our 5-Year Anniversary podcast episodes! We are wrapping up our month of celebrations with one final compilation including four resilient women leaders, highlighting our favorite, most impactful moments of their interviews. The NLNL podcast officially launched on March 8, 2018, and we've been going strong ever since.We have been ranked globally as one of the top 3% most popular shows out of over 3 Million podcasts by the Listen Score. We are proud to keep bringing you inspirational and educational guests to encourage our community to remove labeling limits and beliefs and rise above, embracing their most authentic selves.Again, thank you for celebrating with us, we are grateful to have you listening in and hope to have you with us next year!Erin Oeth - www.erinoeth.comListen to the original episode here: http://www.nolabelsnolimitspodcast.com/episodes/226-enneagram-helps-to-build-communities-with-erin-oethElisa Preston - https://www.instagram.com/elisaprestonListen to the original episode here: http://www.nolabelsnolimitspodcast.com/episodes/227-feel-better-from-the-inside-out-with-elisa-prestonJenn Whitmer - https://jennwhitmer.com/Listen to the original episode here: http://www.nolabelsnolimitspodcast.com/episodes/228-discovering-confidence-through-the-enneagram-with-jenn-wStacy DeVries - www.freshtracksenneagram.comListen to the original episode here: http://www.nolabelsnolimitspodcast.com/episodes/229-finding-a-new-path-to-health-with-stacy-devries#communication #conflict #enneagram #enneagramcoach #teaching #NLNL Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Jenn Whitmer, speaker, coach, and joy bringer who helps teams and leaders solve conflict and build connections so they can do powerful work. Jenn has spoken on some of the largest stages and in 2022 was selected as a TedX speaker where she discussed how Great Relationships Need Conflict.  Her passion for conflict came from her own lived experience seeing how a healthy work environment can turn toxic when leaders are ineffective at handling conflict. Today's episode is full of rich insights as we discuss:Recognizes red flags in the workplaceThe importance of knowing your values Having the courage to bet on yourselfWhat it means to find your golden thread And so much moreEnjoy!Episode Resources:Follow Jenn on LinkedIn  or InstagramLearn more about ways to work with JennWatch Jenn's Ted Talk - Great Relationships Need Conflict

On part 3 of the Enneagram Series with Jenn Whitmer, we dive into the heart triad, 2-3-4s, and the head triad, 5-6-7s and discuss how they show up in relationships and approach conflict.Jenn Whitmer helps teams and leaders solve conflict, cultivate communication, and create empowered teams. Keynote and TEDx speaker and consultant, she talks about hard topics with infectious joy. Through working with Jenn, people improve communication, work through conflict, and build self-awareness with the Enneagram. She asks big questions that lead to big dreams and big ideas and big living. Usually, that means laughing.Specializing in interpersonal conflict resolution, leadership, and the Enneagram, Jenn helps others communicate through difficulty so they can build confidence, lead powerfully, and live with peace and wholeness.Jenn's Enneagram Resources: jennwhitmer.com/enneagramJenn's Instagram: @jenn_whitmerJenn's Recommended Enneagram Test: RHETI AssessmentOther Enneagram Test Option: Truity Assessment@badassbasicbitch

Managing yourself well has been a consistent theme at the Yoder house in the past few weeks.  Whether that means you need a snack or a break or a new strategy to stay ahead of these moments that need management, Jenn and I talk through different options to manage yourself well through the end of the year.  

On part 2 of the Enneagram Series with Jenn Whitmer, we discuss the three centers of intelligence and conflict resolution styles of each Enneagram number. Then, we take a deeper dive into the 8-9-1 triad and discuss how they show up in relationships and approach conflict.Jenn Whitmer helps teams and leaders solve conflict, cultivate communication, and create empowered teams. Keynote and TEDx speaker and consultant, she talks about hard topics with infectious joy. Through working with Jenn, people improve communication, work through conflict, and build self-awareness with the Enneagram. She asks big questions that lead to big dreams and big ideas and big living. Usually, that means laughing.Specializing in interpersonal conflict resolution, leadership, and the Enneagram, Jenn helps others communicate through difficulty so they can build confidence, lead powerfully, and live with peace and wholeness.Jenn's Enneagram Resources: jennwhitmer.com/enneagramJenn's Instagram: @jenn_whitmerJenn's Recommended Enneagram Test: RHETI AssessmentOther Enneagram Test Option: Truity Assessment@badassbasicbitch

Don't we want to know why we do what we do? People's personalities are endlessly fascinating, but I also know it seems hard to get a handle on how we use personality knowledge to improve our lives. The Enneagram is a powerful personality framework that shows us why we feel, think, behave the way we do. Not just what we do, but the deep motivations of our personality. This week on the podcast, we are joined by Enneagram expert, Jenn Whitmer for a 3-part series all about the Enneagram, starting with part one: Understanding the Framework to Better Understand Yourself. Jenn Whitmer helps teams and leaders solve conflict, cultivate communication, and create empowered teams. Keynote and TEDx speaker and consultant, she talks about hard topics with infectious joy. Through working with Jenn, people improve communication, work through conflict, and build self-awareness with the Enneagram. She asks big questions that lead to big dreams and big ideas and big living. Usually, that means laughing.Specializing in interpersonal conflict resolution, leadership, and the Enneagram, Jenn helps others communicate through difficulty so they can build confidence, lead powerfully, and live with peace and wholeness.Jenn's Enneagram Resources: jennwhitmer.com/enneagramJenn's Instagram: @jenn_whitmerJenn's Recommended Enneagram Test: RHETI AssessmentOther Enneagram Test Option: Truity Assessment@badassbasicbitch