Understanding Your Conflict Style: Enneagram Insights with Dr. James Ginn

In this episode of the Typology Podcast, we dive deep into the art of conflict resolution with our special guest, James Ginn, author of the new book How to Get Along with Anyone: The Playbook for Predicting and Preventing Conflict at Work and at Home. Join us as we explore the five distinct conflict styles: Avoiders, Competitors, Collaborators, Accommodators, and Analyzers. James shares insights on how these typologies influence our reactions during conflicts and how understanding them can lead to better relationships both at work and at home. We discuss: The three types of conflict: task, process, and relational. How to identify your own conflict style and triggers. Practical strategies for navigating conflicts with different personality types. The importance of emotional intelligence in resolving disputes. Whether you're a conflict resolution specialist or someone who simply wants to improve your interpersonal relationships, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes on understanding personality types and enhancing your relationships! Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:10 - Meet James Ginn 00:53 - Understanding the Enneagram and conflict styles 02:08 - Identifying your conflict style 02:35 - The three types of conflict 04:20 - Communication preferences in conflict 05:42 - How to approach conflict resolution 10:01 - The role of emotional triggers 11:50 - Tone of communication in conflict 20:22- The importance of assessing conflict situations 30:58 - Final thoughts on conflict resolution and Enneagram types Follow us on social media: Instagram: @typologypodcast Twitter: @typologypod Facebook: Typology Podcast Get James Ginn's book: How to Get Along with Anyone Tune in and learn how to get along with anyone!