Enneagram Type 6? Here's Some Jobs That May Suit You!

Are you an Enneagram Type 6, often referred to as "The Loyalist"? If so, you likely possess a deep sense of responsibility, a strong desire for security, and a commitment to your relationships. These traits guide you toward careers that emphasize teamwork, dependability, and a supportive environment. This post explores job opportunities that resonate with your strengths and preferences, enabling you to thrive in roles that value loyalty and collaboration.

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Type 6s are instinctive troubleshooters and investigators, highly attuned to risks and dangers. Their focus on security and justice often leads them to careers in law, law enforcement, public safety, and the military. Phobic 6s prefer the safer of these jobs, avoiding risk, while counterphobic 6s like to confront their fears, feeding off the adrenaline and excitement.

Examples

↳ • Animal control officer

• Bailiff

• Certified security officer

• Computer security specialist

• Corrections officer

• Court reporter

• Criminal investigator

• Crossing guard

• Dispatcher

• EMT

• Evidence technician

• Federal marshal

• Firefighter

• Highway patrol pilot

• Judge

• Law clerk

• Law enforcement officer

• Lawyer

• Legal assistant

• Lifeguard

• Magistrate

• Military personnel

• Paralegal

• Paramedic

• Park ranger

• Parole officer

• Police detective

• Police patrol officer

• Private investigator

• Rescue worker

• Security guard

• Special agent

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Type 6s are frequently drawn to established systems of knowledge that feature a hierarchical organization, complete with clearly defined rules, parameters, and lines of authority.

Examples

   ↳ • Chemist

• Computer engineer

• Computer programmer

• Database administrator

• Engineer

• Information systems manager

• Mathematician

• Meteorologist

• Network systems administrator

• Physicist

• Scientist

• Security specialist

• Software designer

• Support specialist

• Systems analyst

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Type 6s may be attracted to the field of education due to the well-established nature of school systems, which typically provide a sense of job stability and security. These environments also foster collaboration, allowing them to feel fulfilled as they contribute to the development of young, impressionable minds.

Examples

   ↳ • College president/dean

• College professor

• Curriculum developer

• Education researcher

• Elementary teacher

• High school teacher

• Instructional coordinator

• Middle school teacher

• Preschool teacher

• School administrator

• School guidance counselor

• School librarian

• School principal

• Special education teacher

• Superintendent

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Government positions frequently attract Type 6s due to the stability of income, reliable job security, limited overtime, and numerous paid holidays.

Examples

   ↳ • Revenue & taxation jobs

• Regulation jobs

• Public management jobs

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Most Type 6s, particularly phobic ones, are naturally cautious. They prioritize financial stability, ensuring timely bill payments, sound investments, and ample insurance for unexpected events. Consequently, they often pursue careers in accounting, banking, financial management, investments, or insurance.

Examples

   ↳ • Abstractor

• Accountant

• Actuary

• Adjuster

• Auditor

• Bank teller

• Banker

• Bill & account director

• Bookkeeper

• Budget analyst

• CFO

• Compliance officer

• Cost estimator

• Credit analyst

• Debt counselor

• Economist

• Financial advisor

• Insurance appraiser

• Insurance investigator

• Investment advisor

• Loan processor

• Mortgage broker

• Real estate appraiser

• Revenue agent

• Tax examiner

• Treasurer