Matt Hoffman, Aquarius

"Michael J. Goldberg argues that [our] daily workplace conflicts are the logical result of our failure to see our colleagues as they see themselves, to recognize that they are at heart different in fundamental ways from ourselves, and to take those differences into account when communicating, managing, leading, implementing, or just working togetherÉGoldberg, an independent management consultant, presents the Enneagram as a highly effective tool to better understand and work with your colleagues.

"Readers are certain to find glimpses of themselves and their co-workers (not to mention spouses, friends and aquaintances). This left me with a peculiar sense of meeting, working with, and becoming mildly familiar with a diverse group of people I would never have gone through the trouble of getting to know. This is precisely the point the book strives to make.

"Goldberg skillfully avoids outright preaching or tired appeals to diversity, and instead gives the readers exactly what they need to broaden their understanding. And hey, if a better understanding gets you that project management slot in the finance department, that's okay too."

Back to Reviews