This will be particularly true if the criticism points towards mistakes and shortcomings. The Three finds it difficult to discuss negative issues and will often rush or dismiss such conversations.Others may also tune into this, experiencing Threes as insincere, opportunistic and uncaring. In over-identifying with their public image, Threes may lose touch with who they really are and create confusion between the real self and their job or role in the world. Threes are very aware of presentation and image, and this can become self-deceptive when they start believing their own PR.Under continued pressure or when faced with the possibility of failure, Threes are, however, likely to become more short-tempered and snappy. Others are therefore likely to experience Threes as unmoved, focused and even somewhat serious. Projecting confidence is very important to Threes, who want to look confident and will mask feelings that may detract from this image. Their optimism is projected outwardly, but on the inside Threes may be feeling more distrustful than their positive behaviour reveals to others. A lot of a Three’s feeling Center will focus on how other people are reacting to them. Threes are unwilling to risk the good opinion of influential people and so if the people involved are key to success, the Three will struggle to fully connect to these frustrations. While sad and anxious feelings are present in the Three, they find it easier to connect to frustration and anger. They prefer to set emotions aside and will seldom have any time for self-reflection or talking about feelings, especially feelings that relate to anxiety, sadness and fear. Threes are good at detaching from their emotions, to prevent feelings getting in the way of achievement.
Threes tend to over-identify with their work, whether that work is corporate, parenting or creative, to the point that what they do defines who they are. The Three’s competitiveness is linked to their habit of mentally comparing themselves to others, leading to feelings of being better than or worse than others. Threes frequently “assess” or read the situation to ensure that they are acting, engaging and communicating in a way that will enhance the chances of success. Their thought processes are likely to be quick, enabling them to adapt to changing situations rapidly. As an intellectually calculating individual, the Three’s mental energy is focused on their goals and what it takes to achieve them. They find it easy to connect to data that supports their point of view, while other information will quickly fade away.
Threes are likely to be very adept at framing mistakes and failures as “learning opportunities”, allowing them to quickly move on from these failures rather than dwelling on them and taking the setbacks personally. They dress for success and will make sure that the way they look serves their purpose, ambitions and audience. In a team environment, the Threes may find themselves drawn to leadership roles and others are likely to experience them as very energetic and confident. Some Threes are very drawn to activities that allow for individual competition and achievement, while more social Threes are drawn to winning teams. The competitiveness of the Three will come to the fore at work and in recreational activities. The adaptive Three is often referred to as the “chameleon” as they change their persona and adapt their role, behaviour, communication and presentation to suit the audience they are trying to impress. They are focused on the end-result.Īs a “doer” and goal-directed type, Threes focus on the task at hand and are energetic in working towards their goals. Results-Oriented: Setting goals and applying themselves to achieve these are as natural to Threes as breathing.Driven: The Three’s high energy and enthusiasm for projects gets things done and pushes others to perform as well.Adaptable: Along with being willing to adapt to achieve their goals, Threes are able to adjust to different situations, people or environments skilfully.
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