Enneagram 9w8

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What is an Enneagram type 9 wing 8 (The Advisor)?
People with an Enneagram type nine wing eight personality tend to identify more with the type nine, but share several traits with the eight type as well. They are social, independent, and routine in their behavior. They are generally more assertive and adventurous than other type nines.

Enneagram 9w8 Personality Traits

Basic Fear

Nine wing eights are afraid of being separated from the world. They avoid this by preventing conflict; however, their eight wing also encourages them to be assertive, which can create an internal tension.

Basic Desire

Their basic desire is to be internally balanced. They seek to be at peace with themselves and others.

Advisors defend themselves by numbing their negative emotions through routine and repetitive patterns. They avoid facing their own internal struggles by distracting themselves in this way.

In summary, Enneagram 9w8 personalities tend to...

  • Be afraid of loss and separation
  • Avoid personal confrontation and conflict
  • Be social and adaptable
  • Seek balance and peace in life
  • Use routine to ignore their problems

Enneagram 9w8 Strengths

Every personality archetype has strengths and blind spots, and these are often amplified in professional settings where we often encounter a diverse group of people with vastly different backgrounds and value systems.

Enneagram 9w8 Strengths

Strengths that are typically associated with the Enneagram 9w8 personality include...

  • Encouraging and supporting other people
  • Ability to assert themselves in professional settings
  • Adapting to new ideas or circumstances
  • Connecting with and effectively leading others
  • Seeing multiple perspectives in a situation

Enneagram 9w8 Weaknesses

Enneagram 9w8 Weaknessess

Weaknesses that are typically associated with the Enneagram 9w8 personality include...

  • Struggling to balance assertiveness and passiveness
  • Tendency to avoid difficult situations
  • Minimizing emotional issues or problems
  • Being perceived as blunt or stubborn

How Enneagram 9w8 personalities like to work

Enneagram 9w8 Communicating

Communicating with an Enneagram 9w8

Allow them to share openly; listen intently and engage in dialogue.
Enneagram 9w8 Meeting

Meeting with an Enneagram 9w8

Share the objective openly and allow them to give feedback and share their thoughts.
Enneagram 9w8 Emailing

Emailing an Enneagram 9w8

Communicate the purpose clearly, while allowing room for small-talk and personal connection.
Enneagram 9w8 Feedback

Giving feedback to an Enneagram 9w8

Avoid being overly negative or critical; express growth areas as opportunities rather than flaws.
Enneagram 9w8 Conflict

Resolving conflict with an Enneagram 9w8

Encourage them to share their perspective and logically share your own; offer them support and discuss the conflict until you reach a mutual solution.

Enneagram 9w8 Motivations

When people experience pain, stress, or dissatisfaction at work, it can usually be attributed to energy-draining activities. Therefore, it’s important to know what kinds of activities energize each personality type and which activities drain them.

Enneagram 9w8 Motivations

Enneagram 9w8s tend to be motivated and energized by...

  • Routine and stability in their personal life
  • Helping others’ sort through their conflicts
  • Effectively leading others to success
  • Feeling understood, heard, and at peace

Enneagram 9w8 Stress

Enneagram 9w8 Stress

Enneagram 9w8s tend to be stressed and drained by...

  • Ignoring personal tensions and conflict
  • Making major personal decisions
  • Feeling controlled or restricted by others
  • Being overlooked and disregarded

Enneagram 9w8 Jobs

Nines with an eight wing are strong and supportive. They find a way to be both assertive and adaptable, allowing them to see things from other points of view. They thrive in environments that offer them independence and allow them to work closely with others.

Enneagram 9w8 Common Jobs

Common jobs for people with Enneagram 9w8 personality types

  • Counselor
  • Social Worker
  • Publicity Writer
  • Veterinarian
  • Diplomat
  • Salesperson
  • Judge
  • Editor
  • Religious Worker

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