According to the Enneagram test results (long version), I am a type 1 personality, and taking into consideration wings I am a 1w2. As a type 1 personality, I am labeled as “The Reformer- perfectionists, responsible, fixated on improvement.” These are people who are looking to make things better, as they think nothing is ever quite good enough. A person who wants to reform and improve, and desire to make order out of the chaos. They have a fine eye for detail and are always aware of flaws in themselves and others triggering their need to improve on those flaws. Type 1 is generally driven and ambitious, practical people who want to get things done. Type 1 is often intelligent and independent and primarily of action and not just thought. They have multiple interests and talents however; they are self-reliant and seldom run out of things to do. Ones tend to worry and are prone to anxiety
The wing of my personality labels me “The Helper- helpers who need to be needed.” This wing feels worthy and helpful to others, selflessness is a duty, and giving to others is their reason for being. Involved, socially aware, and go the extra mile to help out co-workers, spouse, or friend in need.
Strengths for a type 1 personality that would be beneficial for a potential employer would be a conscientious and ethical leader, with a strong sense for right and wrong. I would be an ideal candidate as a leader, teacher, and advocate for change to benefit the company. I would be well-organized, orderly, and maintain high standards. What I would value from my team would be improvement, honesty, accountability, and responsibility in the daily work they perform.
Weakness for type 1 personality that could be a deterrent for potential employers would be that I might slip into a routine as a perfectionist if I am not open minded to different standards. This perfectionist persona can lead to impatience and resentment from repressed anger and frustration with myself and others. I am always trying to improve and make things better, therefore always on the go and not always willing to share my concerns or feelings in the best way.
I believe this test characterizes my personality accurately. As a leader in finance for a clinic, I feel the need to lead my team as well as have the empathy to help others and make other feel seen or heard. I am careful not to be close-minded about different ideas and different ways of succeeding. I do not believe all type 1 personalities will cross over into the area of ‘perfectionist’ leading to potential weaknesses, and I am aware of weaknesses I have.
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Thanks for sharing this! I’m a Type 2, but I really relate to some of what you said, especially the part about wanting to support others while also holding yourself to high standards. Your combination of being detail-oriented and empathetic sounds like a huge asset, especially in a leadership role in finance.
It’s great that you’re aware of how perfectionism can sometimes become a challenge. That kind of self-awareness really goes a long way, especially when you’re leading a team. I think being able to balance structure with empathy is a rare skill, and it sounds like you’re doing that really well.
Do you have any go-to ways of keeping that balance when things start to feel overwhelming or too rigid?
I think it is important for me to keep a list that I can see at all times, and to never be afraid to ask for help if it is needed for a deadline. I keep a written list of things that I need to get done and cross those things off as I complete them. This keeps me on track and able to manage my time effectively because I know what things I still need to get done, and approximately how much time it is going to take me. I really don’t like to be interrupted in projects (such as financial reports) because it is hard to just pick up where you left off, thought processes during these reports start flowing and interrupting that flow can be annoying, in a way.