Build Stronger Teams. Improve Communication. Unlock Potential.

Whether it’s a keynote for a large conference, a breakout workshop, a full-day corporate retreat, or a targeted strategy session, the Enneagram is a powerful tool for transforming how teams work together — from the inside out.

I bring a dynamic, engaging, and highly practical approach to the Enneagram, making it accessible for first-time learners and deeply enriching for seasoned leaders. My sessions blend insightful teaching, interactive exercises, and real-world application, ensuring that participants don’t just hear the information — they actively engage with it.

Why Bring the Enneagram to Your Organization?

The Enneagram is more than just a personality framework — it’s a lens for understanding motivation, behavior, and interpersonal dynamics. In a workplace setting, it helps teams to:

  • Increase self-awareness and emotional intelligence

  • Communicate more clearly and respectfully

  • Navigate conflict with understanding instead of frustration

  • Recognize and leverage diverse strengths

  • Build trust and psychological safety

Who I Work With

I’ve worked with:

  • Corporate leadership teams

  • Nonprofit boards & staff

  • Educators & school administrators

  • Healthcare providers

  • Faith-based organizations

Whether you have 10 people or 500, I adapt the experience to meet the needs of your group.

Formats I Offer

I tailor each event to your organization’s needs, size, and culture. Options include:

  • Conference or Event Speaking & Teaching
    A connective, big-picture introduction to the Enneagram that engages a large audience and sparks meaningful conversations long after the event.

  • Half-Day Workshops
    A deep dive into the Enneagram with interactive elements, small-group discussions, and practical applications tailored to your team’s goals.

  • Full-Day Retreats
    A fully immersive experience combining teaching, team-building activities, and personalized application plans. Perfect for leadership development, off-site retreats, or strategic planning sessions.

  • Strategic Concept Meetings
    A focused facilitation session where I integrate Enneagram insights directly into your organization’s planning process. Together, we’ll identify strengths, anticipate challenges, and align strategies based on your team’s unique dynamics. Ideal for leadership teams, visioning sessions, or major organizational shifts.

Note: Virtual gatherings are possible but I prefer them to be in-person as much as possible.

 FAQs

  • Not at all — part of what I offer is guiding your team through the discovery process. If we’re introducing the Enneagram to your organization for the first time, we’ll begin with individual assessments so each participant can explore and identify their type.

    From there, we’ll move into a workshop where we introduce the framework, explore each type’s core motivations, and begin applying it to real workplace situations. After the workshop, I offer one-on-one follow-up sessions with each participant to help them better understand their results, ask questions, and integrate the insights into their daily work.

    We can also design ongoing follow-up sessions or targeted trainings to keep the learning fresh and support deeper team transformation over time.

  • This experience is designed to meet your group exactly where you are — whether you're brand new to the Enneagram or already well-versed in its wisdom.I offer three levels of engagement so we can create the best fit for your people:

    • Discover
      A welcoming introduction for beginners or mixed groups. We’ll explore the core structure of the Enneagram, each of the nine types, and how the system can be a tool for greater self-awareness and compassion.

    • Deepen
      Ideal for groups with some Enneagram familiarity. We’ll go beyond the basics to explore wings, centers, and growth paths, offering new insight into how each type responds to stress, security, and relationships.

    • Dive In
      A more advanced experience for Enneagram enthusiasts ready to explore subtypes, instincts, and the deeper spiritual dynamics of the system. Perfect for groups who’ve done some previous Enneagram work and are eager to go further.

    Not sure which level is right for your group? Don’t worry — I’ll guide you through the options and help you choose the best approach when you book.

    I work with what is called the Somatic or Embodied Enneagram and my work as a spiritual director will draw out some vulnerability and allow the group to participate in compassion with each other.

  • I prefer each of my events be custom to fit your needs. Typical costs will be figured accordingly:

    • Teaching/Retreat/Workshop fee

    • Travel & Expenses Fees

    • All printed materials and conversation tools will be factored into costs

  • The Enneagram offers a neutral language of spirituality (essence) in a similar way that the 12-steps do (a higher power). The spiritual work of the Enneagram is one of personal work and alignment with your own essence. So no, there is no specific spiritual teaching but there can be reflection, vulnerability and compassion for your team.

Let’s Plan It!

If you want your next event or retreat to be more than just another meeting, let’s talk about bringing the Enneagram to your team.

About Your Guide:

Aaron Manes is an International Enneagram Association accredited professional and a trained spiritual director. He is also a published author, workshop teacher, speaker and panelist for new and emerging spaces among multiple denominations and is a preferred guide for many non-profits and organizations who pursue growth for their members. Aaron has been facilitating group conversations for over 20 years.