ENFJs are the protagonists of the MBTI. When compared with the Enneagram of Personality, a few identify as ENFJ 1w9.

This article discusses the ENFJ 1w9 and what you can expect from them.

Who is the ENFJ 1w9?

ENFJ 1w9s are perfectionists with a strong need for peace. However, their need for peace is often pushed to the background by their higher standards. This personality type will have strong values and opinions. Because of their wing, they might not be as forceful about these opinions.

Type 1 is not the most popular enneagram type for ENFJs. That title goes to type 2. In fact, type 1 goes against some typical traits of the ENFJ, as we shall soon see.

ENFJ 1w9s are more likely to be assertive than turbulent.

What is the Core Desire of the ENFJ 1w9?

The core desire of the ENFJ 1w9 is to do the right thing. They also want people to know they are doing the right thing. To achieve this, they form strong principles and stick to them.

What is the Core Fear of the ENFJ 1w9?

The core fear of the ENFJ 1w9 is to be seen as evil or corrupt. They don’t want to make decisions that go against their beliefs.

How the 1w9 Changes the Natural Tendencies of the ENFJ

1.   Values Come First, But Only Just

ENFJs are people-oriented. Thus, they often become people-pleasers. To them, human interactions are crucial. This changes with the ENFJ 1w9.

They are more value-oriented. However, the combined presence of ENFJ and type 9 means that they still want to make people happy.

Thus, it’s an internal struggle with type 1’s value system coming out on top, but only just.

2.   More Opinionated

With a high-value system come opinions and beliefs. Type 1 is quite vocal about these beliefs and this is the same with ENFJ 1w9.

They’re more likely to state their true feelings in any situation. While this is true, this is still done tactfully because of their extroverted feeling function.

3.   Healthier Boundaries

Type 1 is not one to be manipulated or pushed around. Thus, ENFJ 1w9 has a reduced urge to please people. This results in healthier boundaries. Another advantage is that this personality type has more time to dwell on personal pursuits.

That’s a win in my books.

4.   Higher Moral Integrity

Type 1 not only has values but is often ethical. This means they seek to do the right thing, even in new situations.

Thus, ENFJ 1w9s are often more morally upright. Depending on tier background, they might also be more religious than most.

The presence of their wing ensures that healthy ENFJ 1w9s are not extremists.

5.   Slightly Less Extroverted

As mentioned earlier, ENFJs are more people-oriented. This singular fact makes them more extroverted. This trait is reduced in ENFJ 1w9. Thus, ENFJ 1w9s no longer have to put themselves out there for the sake of interaction.

This makes them less extroverted. However, this might be hard to tell since the ENFJ 1w9 will not be more vocal about their values.

6.   Slightly More Open

ENFJs are generally private people. ENFJ 1w9s are similar. However, because of their need to explain or oppose ideas they don’t believe in, people learn more about them.

This is unlike ENFJs who mostly do the listening and often find it hard to be vulnerable with others.

7.   Different Type of Leadership

ENFJs are natural leaders. ENFJ 1w9s are leaders too, but with a different approach. They might be more interested in leading the fight for justice. Leadership becomes more valuable to them when it’s for a higher cause.

They are often inspirational in these sorts of positions.

New Weaknesses of the ENFJ 1w9

1.   Anger Issues

The weaknesses of ENFJ 1w9 start with anger. Types 1 and 9 are both in the anger triad. However, they react differently to anger.

Type 1 internalizes this anger and blames themselves, while type 9 tries to suppress their anger. Thus, ENFJ 1w9s can lash out in anger or pretend not to be angry until they’re fed up.

Regardless of the technique used, their anger issues are bold and proud.

2.   Self-Critical

Type 1 has extremely high standards. This is also present in the ENFJ 1w9. Because of how high their standards are, they often can’t meet up with them.

When this happens, ENFJ 1w9s will become self-critical. They might blame themselves for their failures. If this continues, things can get nasty.

3.   More Judgemental

As mentioned earlier, ENFJ 1w9 will be more vocal about their opinions. When they meet people who don’t have the same life view, they can easily become judgemental.

While this is true, they might not say this out loud. This is because type 9 (their wing) tries to avoid conflict.

4.   More Stubborn

The presence of type 9 adds a layer of stubbornness to the ENFJ 1w9. They now have multiple options under their belt. For example, ENFJ 1w9s can be passive-aggressive when they want to be.

This is especially true when they realize they have little or no power in a situation. Their stubbornness can be annoying, to say the least.

ENFJ 1w9 in Love/Compatibility

Are you dating or married to an ENFJ 1w9? If you are, here are some things you should know.

1.   Compatibility

ENFJ’s natural partners are the ISFP and INFP. Type 1 is compatible with types 1, 9, 2, 5, and 6. Thus, ENFJ 1w9s often have a lot of options on the table.

Regardless, any two mature people can make a relationship work.

2.   Love Languages

This refers to the way people want to give and receive love. ENFJ 1w9s have words of affirmation and quality time among their top three love languages.

This makes sense as type 1 is often harsher on themselves for their mistakes. Take time to reassure your partner when this happens. Spending time with them is another way to make them feel loved.

3.   Values Must Align

Love is not enough with type 1. They are less tolerant than other types. Thus, ENFJ 1w9s will do better with someone who shares their values.

So, if your values are different from your ENFJ 1w9 partner, you might face serious problems.

4.   Dealing with Frustration

ENFJ 1w9s will face frustrating situations. When this happens, they might lash out in anger. Dealing with this can be irritating. Yet, this is when you need to be patient with them.

While this is a toxic trait, your patience can help them become better.

ENFJ 1w9 in the Workplace

ENFJs are natural leaders. Thus, they often excel in managerial roles. Because they are diplomats, people often find it easier to work with them.

ENFJ 1w9s are similar. They want to pursue a job that has a seemingly higher purpose. This personality type will do better in a clan work culture. They do well regardless of their work settings.

Ensure their role doesn’t offend their values to get the best out of the ENFJ 1w9.

Best Careers for the ENFJ 1w9

• Auditor
• Accountant
• Fitness Trainer
• Clergy
• HR Manager
• Human Rights Attorney
• Human Rights Activists
• Entrepreneur
• Executive
• Professor
• Doctor
• Pharmacist
• Arbitrator

Worst Careers for the ENFJ 1w9

• Carpenter
• Mechanic
• Electrician
• Bartender

Famous People/Fictional/Anime Characters that Might Be ENFJ 1w9

• Jonah Simms (Superstore)
• Jules Winnfield (Pulp Fiction)
• Maddie Ziegler
• Duke Leto Atreides
• Thomas Tomone
• Topanga Lawrence (Boy Meets World)
• Deanna Monroe (The Walking Dead)
• Benjamin Sisko (Star Wars: Deep Space Nine)
• Andre Layton (Snowpiercer)
• Viola Davis
• Paola Carosella