Podcast
The Mule Mindset
Hosted by UCM Career and Life Design Center · EN
Welcome to The Mule Mindset! This podcast—hosted by Kendall Reger, Jessica Johnson, Jayden Allnutt & Caleb Phillips from the Career & Life Design Center at the University of Central Missouri—dives into professional development with a fresh, personal twist. Each week, we explore career-related topics and how your Enneagram type can shape your job search, work style, and life design. Listen to our professional staff, students, and guests provide their unique perspectives on various topics! Follow us on Instagram to stay updated! @themulemindset.
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A Fine Tuned Machine: Enneagrams Team Dynamics
4w ago00:28:37Tap to summarizeEver wonder why some teams hum like a finely tuned machine while others feel like a collection of parts that just don’t fit? It usually isn't a lack of talent, it’s a lack of awareness of how each individual functions. In this episode of The Mule Mindset, we’re breaking down the blueprints of team chemistry. We dive deep into all nine Enneagram types to uncover their unique attributes on a team. That is, the specific value they bring to a project and the common friction points that can stall progress. We aren't just talking about personality traits; we're talking about operational energy.Follow us on Instagram @themulemindset or YouTube @ucmcareerandlifedesigncenter3209 to see exclusive video content.
Transcribe →Fight or Flight: How Enneagrams Handle Finals Week Stress
May 100:29:17Tap to summarizeIt’s the busiest time of the semester, and everyone has a different "battle plan" for getting through it. In this episode, we’re looking at finals week through the lens of the Enneagram to see how our unique personality types shape our study habits, our focus, and our approach to the finish line.Rather than just talking about the pressure, we’re exploring the different ways the nine types show up during exam season. From the hyper-organized planners to the big-picture dreamers, understanding your Enneagram type can help you lean into your strengths and navigate your blind spots during the most demanding week of the year.Follow us on Instagram @themulemindset or YouTube @ucmcareerandlifedesigncenter3209 to see exclusive video content.
Transcribe →A Dive into THRIVE at UCM
Apr 2400:19:17Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Mule Mindset, we sit down with a current student from the THRIVE program at UCM who identifies as an Enneagram Type 2: The Helper.We dive deep into how the core desire to be needed and appreciated shapes the college experience. Our guest shares how they balance their natural instinct to support their peers with the academic and independent-living demands of the THRIVE curriculum. It’s a heartwarming conversation about finding boundaries, building "Mule" pride, and learning that you don't have to be "doing" something for others to be worthy of belonging.Follow us on Instagram @themulemindset or YouTube @ucmcareerandlifedesigncenter3209 to see exclusive video content.
Transcribe →A Conversation With an Enneagram 4
Apr 1600:30:16Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Mule Mindset Podcast, we sit down for an honest and insightful conversation with an Enneagram Type 4—the Individualist. Known for their depth, creativity, and desire to be uniquely understood, Type 4s often experience the world through a rich emotional lens.Whether you’re a Type 4 yourself, in relationship with one, or just curious about the Enneagram, this episode offers a meaningful look into the beauty and complexity of living life as a Four.Follow us on Instagram @themulemindset or YouTube @ucmcareerandlifedesigncenter3209 to see exclusive video content.
Transcribe →Finding Where You Fit: Enneagram Team Dynamics
Apr 900:31:11Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Mule Mindset Podcast, we dive into the power of the Enneagram as a tool for understanding and improving team dynamics. Whether you're leading a crew, flying with a new partner, or working within a tight-knit organization, knowing how different personality types think, communicate, and respond under pressure can be a game-changer.We also discuss real-world applications: how to communicate across types, manage conflict, and create an environment where every team member can perform at their best. If you're looking to lead better, work smarter with others, or simply understand your team on a deeper level, this episode gives you actionable insight you can apply immediately.Follow us on Instagram @themulemindset or YouTube @ucmcareerandlifedesigncenter3209 to see exclusive video content.
Transcribe →Balanced By Design: Enneagram Wings in the Workplace
Apr 200:29:04Tap to summarizeEver wonder why two people with the same Enneagram type can feel totally different? The answer might be in their wings.In this episode of the Mule Mindset Podcast, we break down the power of Enneagram wings—those subtle influences from the types on either side of your core number that shape how you think, act, and show up in the world. We’ll explore how wings add depth, nuance, and sometimes contradiction to each type, making your personality far more dynamic than a single label.Follow us on Instagram @themulemindset or YouTube @ucmcareerandlifedesigncenter3209 to see exclusive video content.
Transcribe →What Is Taylor Swifts Enneagram Type? SPECIAL GUEST
Mar 2700:19:01Tap to summarizeThis episode, we’re diving into the possible Enneagram type of Taylor Swift and breaking down her personality, career eras, and what makes her such a powerhouse. Is she a Type 3? Type 4? We’ve got theories.We’re also joined by our special guest, Calvin! We ask him about the Career and Life Design Office, his experiences, and of course… his thoughts on Taylor Swift. From enneagram talk to Swiftie opinions, this episode is full of fun conversation, personality talk, and a little bit of chaos. Watch our exclusive video content over on Instagram @themulemindset
Transcribe →Lucky you! How Enneagram Types are Naturally Lucky!
Mar 2000:22:51Tap to summarizeIs luck something you make, something you notice, or something that just… happens? In this episode of the Mule Mindset Podcast, we explore how each Enneagram type encounters, creates, and sometimes even sabotages their own luck in everyday life.Follow us on Instagram @themulemindset or YouTube @ucmcareerandlifedesigncenter3209 to see exclusive video content.
Transcribe →Enneagram Types: Same but Different
Mar 1200:27:15Tap to summarizeHave you ever sat and wondered why you feel like you fit into two different Enneagram types? Join Jess and Kendall in this episode for a little friendly competition and to find out where certain Enneagram types overlap in their behaviors. Follow us on Instagram @themulemindset or YouTube @ucmcareerandlifedesigncenter3209 to see exclusive video content.
Transcribe →Enneagram Types on Spring Break
Mar 500:24:44Tap to summarizeSpring break looks a little different for everyone and your Enneagram type might have a lot to do with it. In this episode of the Mule Mindset Podcast, we break down the ultimate spring break trip (or staycation) for each Enneagram type. From adventure-packed getaways to perfectly planned relaxation, we explore how each type recharges, unwinds, and makes the most of a week away from classes.Whether you’re the Type 7 chasing a new experience, the Type 1 planning the most productive break ever, or the Type 9 just hoping for some peaceful downtime, we’ve got ideas that fit your vibe. Tune in to find out what your ideal spring break might look like and maybe get inspired to try something new this year.Follow us on Instagram @themulemindset or YouTube @ucmcareerandlifedesigncenter3209 to see exclusive video content.
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