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Sean Ellis's avatar

One quick note here. While Lenny's conversation with Bob Moesta inspired me to kick off this process, my process differed from what he recommends in his new book "Job Moves." I recommend checking that out, too, if this topic interests you.

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Jose Antonio Herrezuelo's avatar

Great piece Sean.

Thanks for sharing.

It sounds like a combination of Enneagram and Johari window exercises could be a good combination to go deep into our self-knowledge.

One of the sources about it.

https://thedecisionlab.com/reference-guide/psychology/johari-window

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Alex Paluch's avatar

Hey Sean, do you remember which Enneagram test you used? There seem to be quite a few providers out there. Thanks!

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Sean Ellis's avatar

Rheti

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Ethan Garr's avatar

Interesting approach Sean. Thanks for sharing.

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Sean Ellis's avatar

Thanks Ethan! It's kind of like tuning product-market fit between you and your career. Any interest in sharing your Enneagram? If I recall, some of my biggest weaknesses are areas where you are really strong!

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Ethan Garr's avatar

Sure. I just have to find it! But I will.

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Ethan Garr's avatar

Yeah. I was amazed when we took these a while back how we complemented each other. And it’s definitely good that we balance out some of each others strengths and weaknesses.

And don’t start. My chiseled rock star looks are what carry the audio version of The Breakout Growth Podcast.

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Ethan Garr's avatar

Found it. Looks like my strongest traits are:

Type 2, The Helper

Type 7, The Enthusiast

Type 6, The Loyalist

Type 3, The Achiever

Although I feel like it leaves out β€œThe Hilarious” πŸ˜€

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Sean Ellis's avatar

Ha, "the helper" was my lowest score! I guess that's why we've worked so well together starting 25+ years ago. Good to complement each other rather than just replicate each other.

"The hilarious" would work for you if it was based on looks, but it's more of a personality test :)

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