Enneagram Type 1 Leader
The Type One Leader is often referred to as the Perfectionist or the Reformer. These leaders are driven by a deep desire to be good, do what is right, and lead with integrity. They want to improve themselves, others, and the world around them.
Ones can be clear, conscientious, dedicated, detail-oriented, ethical, high-integrity, improvement-oriented, objective, organized, methodical, precise, principled, quality-focused, responsible, structured, thoughtful, trustworthy. They can also be critical, inflexible, judgmental, opinionated, perfectionistic, and rigid.
Strengths & Watch-Outs
Leads by Example
✔️ Ones are ethical, reliable and responsible. They hold themselves and others to high standards and lead with integrity, consistency, and purpose. They have a clear sense of what’s right or wrong and are committed to doing things the right way.
⚠️ Their high standards can turn into rigidity or micromanagement. They may struggle to delegate or trust others to meet their expectations. They tend to see things in black and white, or good and bad, and may miss the nuance of the gray area. When others don’t meet their ideas or follow the rules, they may feel resentment.
Commitment to Excellence
⚠️ Their perfectionism can lead to paralysis, over-editing, or a constant sense that nothing is good enough. They may fixate on flaws rather than progress. They are often hard on themselves. They have a loud inner critic and can be sensitive to criticism from others.
✔️ Ones are dedicated to doing things well. Their pursuit of excellence and high internal standards drive continuous improvement and high quality.
High Precision
✔️ Ones are highly observant and have a sharp eye for detail. They notice what others miss, spot inefficiencies, and bring order to complexity.
⚠️ Their focus on what’s wrong can cause them to come across as overly critical or nitpicky. Fear of making mistakes can lead to rigidity or hesitation, and they may overlook what’s working well.
Strong Organizational Skills
✔️ Ones excel at creating processes, systems, and structure, and at setting and following rules and procedures.
⚠️ A strict attachment to rules, processes, and structure can stifle creativity and adaptability to change. They may resist untested or more flexible approaches.
Hardworking
✔️ Ones follow through on their commitments and hold themselves to a high standard. They work diligently and deliver consistently.
⚠️ They can struggle to relax or be spontaneous. Their constant sense of duty and internal pressure can make it hard to let go, delegate, or simply have fun.
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