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18 What Type of Leader Are You?

A SYNTHESIZING MIND The Seven’s mind is called the “monkey
mind” because it moves rapidly from one idea to the next. Conse-
quently, Sevens are often creative, being adept at synthesizing
seemingly unrelated thoughts and developing innovative ideas.
However, this method of mental processing also causes most Sev-
ens to become unfocused, as their attention directed toward com-
pleting one idea or task becomes derailed by their focus on
another stimulating thought, endeavor, or person.

Sevens: Leadership Paradigm and Related
Characteristics

PARADIGM: A leader’s job is to get people excited and to create
new ventures so that the organization can take advantage of impor-
tant business opportunities.
Place a check next to the leadership characteristics that describe
you well.

Areas of Strength Areas for Development
■ Imaginative and creative ■ Impulsive
■ Enthusiastic ■ Unfocused
■ Curious ■ Rebellious
■ Engaging ■ Avoids painful situations
■ Multitasking ■ Inconsistent empathy for others
■ Upbeat ■ Reactive to negative feedback

■ Quick thinker ■ Dislikes routine
■ Able to connect disparate ■ Rationalizes negative
data experiences

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF TO DETERMINE
WHETHER YOU MIGHT BE AN ENNEAGRAM STYLE SEVEN

1. Do I continually seek new and stimulating people, ideas, or
events to keep life exciting and moving forward?