R. Karl Hebenstreit, Ph.D., PCC, PHR
@rkarlh.bsky.social
Leadership/Motivational Speaker, Author, Certified Executive Coach, and Leadership/Team/Organization Development Consultant, Enneagram Practitioner
www.performandfunction.com
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www.performandfunction.com
http://linkedin.com/in/rkarlhebenstrei
Thank you, HR Spotlight, for including my contribution in your latest article on building a positive work culture!
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Workplace Conflicts: Leadership Tips for a Positive Work Culture - HRSpotlight
How companies are navigating the stress test of their DEI commitments amid financial and political pressures.
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December 30, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Thank you, HR Spotlight, for including my contribution in your latest article on building a positive work culture!
hrspotlight.com/workplace-co...
hrspotlight.com/workplace-co...
The perennial question about the Enneagram finally gets answered! Find out how the mystery is solved on Wednesday, January 7th, when Noreen Daly and I discuss how the Enneagram impacts relationship success on her podcast, Making it Last! Gain happy new insights for a happy new year and beyond!
December 23, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The perennial question about the Enneagram finally gets answered! Find out how the mystery is solved on Wednesday, January 7th, when Noreen Daly and I discuss how the Enneagram impacts relationship success on her podcast, Making it Last! Gain happy new insights for a happy new year and beyond!
Thank you, Dr. Angela Butts Chester, for including my take on the role of emotional intelligence and empathy as a strategic advantage in presence, in your latest installment on Medium.
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Part Four: The Strength of Presence
The Strength of Presence: Empathy and Compassion in Modern Leadership
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December 23, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Thank you, Dr. Angela Butts Chester, for including my take on the role of emotional intelligence and empathy as a strategic advantage in presence, in your latest installment on Medium.
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This seems very timely and relevant. It also seems to align very well with Enneagram insights and development lessons ... What do you think?
www.cnbc.com/2025/12/20/h...
www.cnbc.com/2025/12/20/h...
I've studied happiness for 15 years: If you do these 9 things every day, you're more 'emotionally resilient' than most
Happiness researcher Jessica Weiss reveals simple but powerful habits that help build more emotional resilience.
www.cnbc.com
December 20, 2025 at 4:28 PM
This seems very timely and relevant. It also seems to align very well with Enneagram insights and development lessons ... What do you think?
www.cnbc.com/2025/12/20/h...
www.cnbc.com/2025/12/20/h...
Thank you, Stanley Anto and HR Spotlight for including my take on addressing workplace "discipline" from a motivation and engagement perspective. Check out others' approaches and thoughts, too!
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Restoring Order: How HR Can Address a Decline in Workplace Discipline - HRSpotlight
How companies are navigating the stress test of their DEI commitments amid financial and political pressures.
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December 19, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Thank you, Stanley Anto and HR Spotlight for including my take on addressing workplace "discipline" from a motivation and engagement perspective. Check out others' approaches and thoughts, too!
hrspotlight.com/restoring-or...
hrspotlight.com/restoring-or...
The case for slowing down, considering opposing options, and systemic thinking in decision-making. Sounds like something the Enneagram can help with ...
Why 'Indecisive' People Tend to Make Better Decisions, Backed by Cognitive Science
Trait ambivalence sounds like a bad thing, but not when it causes you to seek more information and see both sides of an issue.
www.inc.com
December 14, 2025 at 1:45 PM
The case for slowing down, considering opposing options, and systemic thinking in decision-making. Sounds like something the Enneagram can help with ...
As we rapidly approach the end of 2025, and we take stock of what we accomplished, endured, and overcame (versus our projections, plans, and expectations), how can the insights from this article help us prepare (and be kinder to ourselves) for 2026 and beyond?
The Art of Effortless Action: Achieving More by Doing Less
Pushing for success often pushes it away. The art of effortless action, and finding joy in the process, can lead to your greatest achievements.
www.psychologytoday.com
December 14, 2025 at 1:39 PM
As we rapidly approach the end of 2025, and we take stock of what we accomplished, endured, and overcame (versus our projections, plans, and expectations), how can the insights from this article help us prepare (and be kinder to ourselves) for 2026 and beyond?
Thank you, Authority Magazine for interviewing me for your feature on emotional intelligence!
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R. Karl Hebenstreit of Perform & Function: Emotional Intelligence; What It Is, Why It Is So…
Keep an open, curious mind, genuinely and authentically questioning why people are seeing things differently from you, with the idea that…
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December 5, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Thank you, Authority Magazine for interviewing me for your feature on emotional intelligence!
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medium.com/authority-ma...
Nice reminder about the true reason for and purpose of 1:1s and how to make them meaningful for both parties. And in total alignment with "Explicit Expectations: The Essential Guide & Toolkit of Management Fundamentals!"
www.forbes.com/councils/for...
www.forbes.com/councils/for...
How To Flip The Script For More Effective One-On-Ones
Shifting the conversation from what the leader needs to cover to what a team member wants to talk about can dramatically change the quality of a one-on-one discussion.
www.forbes.com
December 3, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Nice reminder about the true reason for and purpose of 1:1s and how to make them meaningful for both parties. And in total alignment with "Explicit Expectations: The Essential Guide & Toolkit of Management Fundamentals!"
www.forbes.com/councils/for...
www.forbes.com/councils/for...
Thrilled to announce the revamp and relaunch of my business's website at www.PerformandFunction.com. Check out the slick new look, feel, and navigation, all courtesy of Dr. Sean Ferri, PsyD of instagram.com/jsmediaps/ ! Couldn't be happier with the outcome!
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December 2, 2025 at 1:57 AM
Thrilled to announce the revamp and relaunch of my business's website at www.PerformandFunction.com. Check out the slick new look, feel, and navigation, all courtesy of Dr. Sean Ferri, PsyD of instagram.com/jsmediaps/ ! Couldn't be happier with the outcome!
www.performandfunction.com
www.performandfunction.com
Amazon put "Explicit Expectations: The Essential Guide & Toolkit of Management Fundamentals" on special during their Black Friday sales. Get it now for only $12 (instead of $16; that's 25% off!) as a holiday gift for yourself or any new/aspiring/existing people manager on your list!
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November 28, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Amazon put "Explicit Expectations: The Essential Guide & Toolkit of Management Fundamentals" on special during their Black Friday sales. Get it now for only $12 (instead of $16; that's 25% off!) as a holiday gift for yourself or any new/aspiring/existing people manager on your list!
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It's happening again - for the FOURTH time, after taking a day off for Thanksgiving! Who's on board? (No, I really mean, literally, who's on board the Celebrity Equinox right now, and coming to my next new session tomorrow?).
November 27, 2025 at 5:55 PM
It's happening again - for the FOURTH time, after taking a day off for Thanksgiving! Who's on board? (No, I really mean, literally, who's on board the Celebrity Equinox right now, and coming to my next new session tomorrow?).
And I'm certain (because I've seen it!) that this applies cross-industry/sector/discipline.
How Emotional Intelligence Can Foster Resilience And Patient Satisfaction In Healthcare
Emotional intelligence training can drive improved patient care and increased resilience. At MD Anderson, this impact is measured, studied, and published in peer-reviewed journals.
www.forbes.com
November 25, 2025 at 10:38 AM
And I'm certain (because I've seen it!) that this applies cross-industry/sector/discipline.
It's happening! Who's on board? (No, I really mean who's on board the Celebrity Equinox right now, and coming to my session tomorrow?).
November 23, 2025 at 3:12 PM
It's happening! Who's on board? (No, I really mean who's on board the Celebrity Equinox right now, and coming to my session tomorrow?).
Check out my first official Truity article on optimizing your next networking event (with insights from the Enneagram) to be more inclusive and effective!
The Networking Remix: How to Build and Run Networking Events That Work For Every Enneagram Type
Here’s a thought to get us started: despite their good intentions, networking mixers rarely live up to their purpose, or even name. They don’t do much for networking—or for mixing. Let’s talk about wh...
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November 17, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Check out my first official Truity article on optimizing your next networking event (with insights from the Enneagram) to be more inclusive and effective!
And all of this is predicated on shifting from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance ...
Collaboration Vs. Competition: Why Now Is The Time To Uncompete
The time has come to step out of the fog of competitive anxiety. If you take a long-term view, it always makes sense to uncompete.
www.forbes.com
November 6, 2025 at 6:06 PM
And all of this is predicated on shifting from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance ...
Thank you Peter Baron for your bravery and vulnerability on your podcast, as we discussed the Enneagram and application to individual growth/development, as well as to schools!
The Science (and Soul) of Great Teams
Learn how the Enneagram helps school leaders build emotionally intelligent teams and move beyond the Golden Rule to authentic collaboration.
www.moonshotos.com
November 3, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Thank you Peter Baron for your bravery and vulnerability on your podcast, as we discussed the Enneagram and application to individual growth/development, as well as to schools!
Michael Hudson's concept of "creating spaces for dialogue; don't impose narrative" seems more appropos and crucial than ever. Check out his Forbes article for some of the other ideas he has brought together to mend foundational trust. What resonates for you?
Love, Leadership, & Organizational Trust: Mending The Social Contract
How leaders can rebuild organizational trust by mending the social contract—creating safe havens where people can face uncertainty together.
www.forbes.com
November 1, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Michael Hudson's concept of "creating spaces for dialogue; don't impose narrative" seems more appropos and crucial than ever. Check out his Forbes article for some of the other ideas he has brought together to mend foundational trust. What resonates for you?
Some great pointers from HBR's Rebecca Knight, and I'd recommend starting with #4 before the others, as you may not be able to answer the other questions without your employees' insights first.
Employee Discontent Is on the Rise. Here’s What to Do About It.
Recent data shows that discontent is a growing problem in today’s workplaces. While budget constraints, corporate policies, and market conditions are often beyond your reach, you can control how you l...
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November 1, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Some great pointers from HBR's Rebecca Knight, and I'd recommend starting with #4 before the others, as you may not be able to answer the other questions without your employees' insights first.
Glad to see the Enneagram made this list ... although those who know me or work with me know this is not an unusual tactic for me!
#enneagram #thehowandwhy #takingcareofbusinesswiththeenneagram #performandfunction
#enneagram #thehowandwhy #takingcareofbusinesswiththeenneagram #performandfunction
19 Unusual Tactics Business Coaches Employ In Their Practices
While tactics like journaling and visualization are often used to help clients move toward goals, some coaches take less conventional approaches—and drive real results.
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October 25, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Glad to see the Enneagram made this list ... although those who know me or work with me know this is not an unusual tactic for me!
#enneagram #thehowandwhy #takingcareofbusinesswiththeenneagram #performandfunction
#enneagram #thehowandwhy #takingcareofbusinesswiththeenneagram #performandfunction
Gratitude to Denise Griffitts for her thoroughly-planned and expertly-executed interview this morning on her top podcast! Always a fun and thought-provoking conversation with her!
Explicit Expectations from Dr. R. Karl Hebenstreit
In this episode of Your Partner In Success Radio, Denise Griffitts welcomes Dr. R. Karl Hebenstreit, an organizational psychologist and leadership coa...
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October 21, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Gratitude to Denise Griffitts for her thoroughly-planned and expertly-executed interview this morning on her top podcast! Always a fun and thought-provoking conversation with her!
In honor of Women's Day in Vietnam, Happy Women's Day to every woman around the world! Thank you Noi Ha Nguyen & Vivien for putting this together (my take is right before the 2 hour mark). Let's all celebrate & emulate the women in our lives, their superpowers, & how they make the world better!
How the World Came Together to Celebrate Women’s Strength - Món quà nhân ngày Phụ nữ Việt Nam
YouTube video by The Growth Insights
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October 20, 2025 at 11:55 AM
In honor of Women's Day in Vietnam, Happy Women's Day to every woman around the world! Thank you Noi Ha Nguyen & Vivien for putting this together (my take is right before the 2 hour mark). Let's all celebrate & emulate the women in our lives, their superpowers, & how they make the world better!
The Portuguese version of "Nina and the Really, Really Tough Decision" (teaching self-awareness, empathy, & integration of diverse worldviews, perspectives, & motivations to our children) is now available on Amazon! Obrigado to Antonio Cordeiro for translating to make this happen!
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October 19, 2025 at 2:06 AM
The Portuguese version of "Nina and the Really, Really Tough Decision" (teaching self-awareness, empathy, & integration of diverse worldviews, perspectives, & motivations to our children) is now available on Amazon! Obrigado to Antonio Cordeiro for translating to make this happen!
a.co/d/3n1ZK2d
a.co/d/3n1ZK2d
More reasons to take the leap of faith, follow the Pareto Principle of 80% is good enough (in most cases), and the Agile best practices of constant iteration. Fixating on perfection and complete certainty are elusive and unattainable goals, yielding exasperation, exhaustion, and failure ...
Why Innovation Favors First Movers
First movers enjoy a series of compounding advantages. Here is why they win, and what individuals, teams and organizations can do to get the long-term payoff themselves.
www.forbes.com
October 9, 2025 at 4:04 PM
More reasons to take the leap of faith, follow the Pareto Principle of 80% is good enough (in most cases), and the Agile best practices of constant iteration. Fixating on perfection and complete certainty are elusive and unattainable goals, yielding exasperation, exhaustion, and failure ...
"The takeaway here is clear: diversity in roles is key to providing the right balance. You need a mix of skills and perspectives to really make your team shine."
What's your take on these Enneagram energy/perspectives?
Harmonizers: 2/9
Achievers: 3
Trailblazers: 4/7
Stabilizers: 1/5/6
Directors: 8
What's your take on these Enneagram energy/perspectives?
Harmonizers: 2/9
Achievers: 3
Trailblazers: 4/7
Stabilizers: 1/5/6
Directors: 8
How to curate a winning team
In an excerpt from his new book, bestselling author Mark Murphy explains five different roles on teams and how they work.
www.fastcompany.com
October 6, 2025 at 6:19 PM
"The takeaway here is clear: diversity in roles is key to providing the right balance. You need a mix of skills and perspectives to really make your team shine."
What's your take on these Enneagram energy/perspectives?
Harmonizers: 2/9
Achievers: 3
Trailblazers: 4/7
Stabilizers: 1/5/6
Directors: 8
What's your take on these Enneagram energy/perspectives?
Harmonizers: 2/9
Achievers: 3
Trailblazers: 4/7
Stabilizers: 1/5/6
Directors: 8