Because they have a tendency to mistake what they do for who they are, they can become a human “doing” instead of a human being. This can cause their emotions to come up and surprise them at unexpected times. The Three may repress or swallow their emotions, seeing them as speed bumps that slow them down on the way to reaching their goals. Threes avoid failure, nothingness, being second best or appearing like they cannot accomplish what is expected of them.
Always one to seek attention through their personal achievements, it is difficult for Threes to relax, stop being the peacock and become part of the herd. Looking successful in someone else’s eyes is what motivates them to push themselves harder and accomplish more. Threes also need others to praise and acknowledge their achievements. They love the sound of applause and the accolades that are given for a job well done. Threes need to be the best at whatever they do. As soon as Threes reach one goal, they are on to the next. Always on the go and energized by starting new projects, they can achieve a great deal, but are also at risk of burning out. Their positive attitude is often motivating to others. Their high level of self-confidence, enthusiasm and energy tends to rub off on everyone around them. They strive for, and often develop, finesse. As there is no second best for them, they keep trying until they reach their goals. A natural born performer, Threes try to do their best and to be an ‘all star’ at what ever they attempt.Ĭontinuously seeking attention and admiration, like a strutting peacock, they aren’t afraid to showcase or promote their talents and ambitions. Threes do this by controlling their emotions, being efficient and maintaining a focused, single-minded attitude. Seeking success through appearances, they are likely to place continuous pressure on themselves to maintain an enviable image. Threes may even write down a task on their list that is already completed just so they can enjoy the sense of accomplishment they feel when it’s crossed off.Ĭoncerned about having prestige and status, Threes quickly adapt to whatever role is expected of them. Threes take great pleasure in crossing tasks off their ‘to do’ lists after quickly finishing them. Threes want to be seen as the very example of the person who has it all together and is on their way to the top. They live by the motto “Why do when you can overdo!” To say that they are self-confident, ambitious and motivated may be an understatement. Threes' idealized image of themselves is that they are triumphant and victorious. Threes would like others to see them as a winner with all the signifiers of success. Threes see themselves as ambitious, competitive and industrious.
More importantly, Threes want to be good at what they do and to look good doing it. Threes want to be competent, productive, accomplished and dynamic.