Type 1
Type 1 · The Reformer
Standards, responsibility and improvement
Explore this typeNine perspectives. Select a number to explore.
Get to know the pattern
Type 1 describes a pattern of noticing what could be improved and wanting to act with integrity. Clear standards can provide direction, but may also make it difficult to accept work that is good enough. Consider whether you recognize the motivation as well as the outward behavior.
Possible strengths
You may bring care, consistency and a willingness to address problems that others overlook.
Possible challenges
Strict expectations can turn into frustration with yourself or others, especially when there is no single right answer.
A question for reflection
Where would a good-enough solution free up time for something that matters more?
Think of a specific situation from the past week. What could you have done a little differently?
One of nine ways of meeting the world. See what feels familiar and explore the nuances in your profile.
Take the Enneagram testThe nine Enneagram types
The Enneagram describes nine patterns of motivation and behavior. Explore the types as prompts for reflection. Scientific support for the classification is limited.
- Type 1 · The ReformerStandards, responsibility and improvement
- Type 2 · The HelperCare, connection and being needed
- Type 3 · The AchieverGoals, achievement and recognition
- Type 4 · The IndividualistIdentity, emotional depth and authenticity
- Type 5 · The InvestigatorUnderstanding, independence and space
- Type 6 · The LoyalistTrust, preparation and security
- Type 7 · The EnthusiastPossibilities, variety and freedom
- Type 8 · The ChallengerAutonomy, directness and influence
- Type 9 · The PeacemakerHarmony, steadiness and common ground
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