Question 1

What is the enneagram?

Accepted Answer

The enneagram is a self-knowledge model that describes nine ways of functioning, called types. Each one is defined by a deep motivation and an underlying fear, not by visible behaviour: two people can act exactly the same way for completely opposite reasons.

Question 2

How long does the enneagram test take?

Accepted Answer

About 15 minutes. There are 135 statements and for each one you choose how true it is for you, from Almost never to Very true. You can close the page and carry on later: your progress is saved in your browser.

Question 3

Is the enneagram test free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the test and the results are free. We only ask for an email so we can send you our productivity pack as a gift.

Question 4

What are the nine enneagram types?

Accepted Answer

Type 1 the Perfectionist, 2 the Helper, 3 the Achiever, 4 the Special or Sensitive one, 5 the Observer, 6 the Loyalist or Cautious one, 7 the Enthusiast, 8 the Challenger and 9 the Peacemaker.

Question 5

What does the result tell me?

Accepted Answer

Your dominant type and, within it, its motivation, its fear, its longing, its drive, its underlying emotion, where it moves under stress and where it grows towards in balance. You also see your percentage across all nine types and the full description of every one of them.

Question 6

What if two types come out equal?

Accepted Answer

Read both descriptions and go with the one you recognise by its underlying motivation, not by the behaviour. Behaviour looks similar across different types; what sits underneath does not.

Question 7

Does the enneagram have a scientific basis?

Accepted Answer

The enneagram is a self-knowledge tool, not a clinical diagnostic instrument or a validated psychometric test. It helps you observe yourself with more perspective and ask yourself better questions, not to label yourself or to replace working with a professional.

Enneagram Test

Enneagram Test