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The YouTube video explores career choices for Enneagram Type Sevens, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's dominant instinct and showcasing famous Sevens like Benjamin Franklin and Steve Jobs to illustrate diverse career paths. It delves into the three subtypes of Type Sevens – social, sexual, and self-preservation – highlighting their distinct motivations and behaviors. The significance of personal growth and moving beyond seeking only fun tasks is discussed, recommending the use of the Enneagram for self-awareness. The video concludes with reflections on job experiences, highlighting the role of personal growth in navigating different career paths and encouraging viewers to engage with Enneagram content for further insights. The speaker shares personal experiences in various job roles and encourages viewers to embrace individuality in career choices.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker, who is a Type Seven on the Enneagram, discusses career choices for Enneagram Sevens. Sevens seek variety and excitement, so traditional jobs like accounting may not always suit them. The video emphasizes that a simple list of good jobs for Sevens is insufficient, showcasing famous Sevens like Benjamin Franklin, Steve Jobs, and Richard Branson to illustrate the wide range of careers that Sevens can excel in due to their entrepreneurial spirit and innovative ideas. The importance of understanding one’s dominant instinct (social, sexual, or self-preservation) in shaping career choices is also highlighted.
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In this segment, three subtypes of Enneagram Type Seven are discussed: social Sevens, sexual Sevens, and self-preservation Sevens. Social Sevens focus on causes, sacrificing personal desires for the greater good. They are often involved in faith-based ministries, non-profits, and social causes, making them potentially good fits for politics. Sexual Sevens seek excitement and new experiences, often generating ideas but delegating execution to others. They can have an unrealistic view of the world. Self-preservation Sevens are more practical, prioritizing comfort and material possessions to create a cozy environment for themselves. These distinctions highlight the different motivations and behaviors within the Type Seven personality.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses three main types of sevens, highlighting that they are more business-oriented and good at networking. The speaker shares personal experiences with various jobs such as office jobs, teaching, journalism, tutoring, media relations, data entry, and more. They mention being a creative individual and how it influenced their career choices. The speaker also mentions that they initially avoided full-time jobs due to feeling trapped by them, but eventually realized the need for stable income. The speaker’s mother, also a self-preservation seven, had a stable career as a teacher, showcasing that sevens can find joy and longevity in certain professions.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the challenging nature of protective services and emphasizes that Enneagram type 7 individuals are not limited to specific career choices. While sevens may typically avoid detail-oriented work, the key to finding meaningful work is reaching a higher level of personal development. The concept of growth levels by Riso and Hudson is recommended, as it can help individuals move beyond seeking only fun and easy tasks to truly understanding their own patterns and being present in the moment. The goal is to use the Enneagram as a tool for personal growth and awareness, enabling individuals to be fully engaged in the present moment rather than constantly searching for happiness in external factors.
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In this part of the video, the speaker reflects on their various job experiences, highlighting that despite not enjoying many of them, personal growth and inner transformation have played a role in navigating different career paths. They emphasize offering a unique perspective on working based on personality type. The speaker encourages viewers to provide feedback, announces a book giveaway, and invites viewers to subscribe for more content related to the Enneagram.