Inside Out Leadership: The Enneagram, Heart-Centered Work, and Unlearning Old Rules In this expansive, deeply honest conversation, Emily sits down with corporate leadership powerhouse Krista Johnson to pull back the curtain on a different kind of success—one rooted in self-awareness, vulnerability, and bringing your whole self to work. Together, they dive into the world of Enneagram, breathwork, and the art of heart-centered leadership, offering listeners a real, actionable toolkit for thriving at work and beyond. From her years pioneering leadership programs at Neiman Marcus and Saks Global, Krista reveals how knowing your Enneagram type goes beyond personality traits—helping you understand the core motivations and childhood patterns that shape how you lead, relate, and respond under pressure. You’ll hear how integrating breathwork, reflection, and community can unlock the “why” behind your habits—giving you permission to edit, unlearn, and grow into the leader (and human) you want to be. Together, we break down: What the Enneagram Really Is—and Why It’s a Game-Changer for Self-Awareness: Krista explains the history and power of the Enneagram, contrasting it with Myers-Briggs and other frameworks, and illustrates how it reveals the “why” under our actions, fears, and drivers.How Your Core Motivation and Fear Run the Show: Discover how childhood experiences, caregivers, and “reward systems” create patterns that stick with us—and why identifying your Enneagram type is the first step toward conscious change and healing.Integrating the Personal and Professional: Krista argues there’s no separation between “work self” and “home self,” and shares why the future of leadership demands integrating empathy, vulnerability, and presence into every role.Vulnerability and Real Talk at Work: Hear how Krista brought Enneagram to hundreds of leaders at Neiman Marcus and Saks Global, breaking down silos and sparking open, tearful conversations that changed team dynamics forever.Heart-Centered Leadership in a Changing World: In a world rocked by uncertainty and difference, Krista offers practical ways to scale empathy in your organization, navigate system readiness for deeper conversations, and manage up and down with courage and care.Actionable Tools for Everyday Confidence: Get simple practices to interrupt autopilot, ground yourself before tough meetings, and get honest feedback on your leadership style. Find out why “Would I want to be led by me?” is the question every leader needs to ask.Forgive Yourself and Keep Going: Explore why every mistake, setback, or awkward moment at work is a lesson—not a failure—and how self-compassion can fuel lasting growth.If you’re feeling called to lead with more presence, integrate growth at every level, and create workplaces where everyone can show up whole, this episode is your permission slip and playbook. Connect with Krista:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristaraejohnson_/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristaraejohnson/ Connect with Emily | The Embody Edit:Email: emily@theembodyedit.comInstagram: @emilydewberry | @theembodyeditOn Demand Classes: www.theembodyedit.com/on-demandYouTube: @theembodyeditWork with me & bookings: www.theembodyedit.com If this episode sparks insight or inspiration, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review—every download helps fuel a new era of authentic, human leadership.
