Evoke EQ

It's national teacher's day and we want to celebrate our own leader, teacher, and coach, Whitney Warne!

Whitney is a certified Enneagram facilitator and emotional intelligence coach who leads teams and their leaders towards better communication and collaboration.

Do you know the motivation behind how you act?

What about motivation behind how you think or feel?

Whitney had these crucial conversations with the team of the Food Bank of Iowa this week.

Understanding the motivations behind how we show up in the world not only works to help us navigate our own emotional intelligence but gives our colleagues a roadmap towards better communication and collaboration with us.

So, if you and your team is struggling to answer these questions about themselves and each other, reach out.

I'd love to get that conversation started.

I still find myself buzzing with energy from the Enneagram for Evolving Leaders training.

I cannot believe how deep we dove into the intricacies of the Enneagram, exploring not only the surface-level characteristics of our personalities but also the hidden motivations that drive our thoughts, feelings, and actions.

It was truly inspiring to witness everyone's willingness to open up and explore their inner worlds with vulnerability and authenticity.

Our discussions were rich with insights as we uncovered the unique lenses through which each Enneagram type perceives the world. Whether you identified as a Type 1, driven by a sense of perfectionism and the pursuit of integrity, or a Type 9, seeking harmony and inner peace, every perspective brought valuable wisdom to our collective understanding.

What stood out most was the genuine empathy and support that permeated our conversations. In sharing our stories and challenges, we found common ground and a profound sense of connection that transcended superficial differences.

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(Thank you Megan Willman for taking these beautiful photos of our training!)

Day 2 of Enneagram for Evolving Leaders is starting with team communication and crucial conversations.

The energy in the space feels comfortable. Transformation happens in community, and we are definitely seeing that happen!

Enneagram for Evolving Leaders, Day 1: All we can say it that it was a blast! 🎇

From the conversations to the games, emotional intelligence has been flowing since 8am.

Today, we are hosting an extraordinary gathering of visionary leaders at the Enneagram for Evolving Leaders Conference, where the air is vibrant with energy and the exchange of transformative ideas.

Together, we're charting a course towards a future where compassionate, inclusive leadership transforms lives and organizations for the better. 💪💪💪

I wear many hats, too many to count at this current juncture, but if I were to toss a few in the air for all to see, they would be: business owner, photographer, trainer, speaker, leader, writer, creator, and last but not least, coach.

Being a coach….. It’s simply who I am. I coach whether I’m behind the camera, or behind your professional development. It’s in my bones, but it’s also in my brain, in my research and writing, in the depths I’ve gone in my own emotional growth, and the compassion I’ve gained for people at every phase of their journey.

Even before I started to fortify myself with facts and trainings, I was helping people see who they really are and bring them back to their greatness, one cue and click at a time.

Why have I dedicated myself to transforming how people see themselves on the outside for over a decade? Because I’ve always known that how you feel about your outsides has everything to do with how you feel on the inside. 

If you reflect on any photoshoot you’ve had with me, you will likely recall how I coached not just your body, but your mindset. I called you out on the lies you told yourself about your smile and your arms. I didn’t allow you to attack yourself in a vulnerable state. Instead, I asked you to breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth to relax your nervous system. And then I photographed the real you, and you were AWESOME.

If you’ve ever sat and listened to me shoot, you will notice that I talk to you each and everyone one of you differently, but exactly the same. How is it possible that everyone has the same experience but you’re all unique?

What’s different is YOU, what you need to hear, how you respond, what I sense you really want from the shoot. I lean in and then so do you.

That’s how coaching works. I listen to you. I see you. I reflect your greatness back to you (and call you on your s**t). Then you take it away. You show up and then you glow up.

In the photography world, clients want to give me 100% of the credit, but I’ve always been adamant it’s 50/50.

When I took a closer look, I come upon this reality:

There’s no 50/50 without YOU first being at 100%, even if you’re dragging your ass across that scheduling threshold.

I produce constant results, but I can’t do anything, support anyone, impact anyone, without YOU having to do the hardest work first.

And we all know the first step, saying yes and showing up, is the hardest work. So, what’s it take to get you to 100%?

This is all to say, I have 3 Executive Coaching Slots opening in May. I don’t expect they will stay open long.

You’ve seen how I can transform you with a camera and 10 mins, imagine how you’ll feel after 6 months of coaching.

So, tell me. Whose ready to shine⭐️

Teree, you were a cherished bright light in our world, and we feel confident in saying that you will always remain a cherished bright light 💚💚💚

Thank you Volunteer Managers of Central Iowa for the wonderful feedback!

Looking to motivate yourself and your team? Reach out to us today about bringing Mastering Motivation to your organization, team meeting, or conference.

Look at this sweet Thank You note from Volunteer Managers of Central Iowa!

Who else loves getting handwritten notes in the mail 📝

Thank you 🙏

I thrive on feedback. It gives me a sense of direction and a pathway towards better, stronger outcomes.

Seeing how people have responded to Mastering Motivation is particularly heartwarming because this is a presentation I have reworked over and over and over again to get the message just right.

I am thrilled to hear that it is connecting with you too.