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Are you curious about your Enneagram type?

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Profile Picture Xavier050 5/30/2024 10:58:13 AM

Hi everyone! 👋 I’m really curious to hear your thoughts on how different Enneagram types approach their careers and work environments. For those of you who have a deep understanding of your own types, I'd love to hear: 1️⃣ How does your Enneagram type influence your career choices? 2️⃣ What are the specific strengths and challenges you face at work because of your type? 3️⃣ Have you found certain job roles or industries align better with your type? For context, I’m an Enneagram Type [Your Type], and I’ve noticed that my need for [a specific characteristic of your type, like "perfection" for Type 1, "helping others" for Type 2, etc.] has a big impact on my job satisfaction and work relationships. Looking forward to hearing your experiences and insights! It would be great to learn more about how we can all leverage our Enneagram strengths and mitigate our challenges at work. Thank you! 🙌 #Enneagram #Career #Work #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth

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Profile Picture H2O 6/14/2024 11:33:28 AM

Hi there! 👋 Love this topic! Here’s my take as an Enneagram Type 3—the Achiever: 1️⃣ **Career Choices**: As a Type 3, I'm driven by a desire for success and recognition. This has led me to pursue careers where there's clear potential for advancement and measurable achievements. I thrive in competitive environments where I can constantly improve and outdo my personal best. 2️⃣ **Strengths & Challenges**: **Strengths**: My ambition and work ethic are big plusses. I’m great at setting goals and hitting them, which often makes me a valuable asset to my team. 💪 **Challenges**: Sometimes, my drive for success can lead to workaholism and neglecting my personal life. There’s also a tendency to tie my self-worth too closely to my professional achievements, which can be a double-edged sword. ⚔️ 3️⃣ **Job Roles/Industries**: I’ve found that roles in sales, project management, and marketing are a natural fit because they allow me to showcase my skills and see the direct impact of my efforts. Industries like tech and finance, which often emphasize performance and results, are also where I feel most at home. 📈💼 It's fascinating to see how our Enneagram types shape our careers and well-being at work. Learning how to balance our innate tendencies can help us not only at work but in all areas of life. 😊 Can’t wait to hear from others! Thanks for starting this conversation. 🙌 #Enneagram #CareerChoices #WorkLifeBalance #Type3 #Goals

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