Episode 4

4 - Use Personality Tests to Achieve Goals

4 - Use Personality Tests to Achieve Goals

In this episode, we’re diving into the fascinating world of personality tests. We all have unique personalities, motivations, and ways of working, but have you ever stopped to think about what makes you tick? Well, today’s article explores how personality tests like the Four Tendencies and the Enneagram can give us valuable insights into our inner workings.

We’ll be discussing the importance of knowing ourselves and matching our goals to our schedules, taking into account whether we’re larks or owls. We’ll also touch upon the concept of chronotypes and how they can impact our ability to achieve our goals.

Personality tests can be informative and help us pick apart our personalities to find what triggers work for us. By understanding our tendencies, we can set up situations that make it more likely for us to achieve our aims, make better decisions, meet deadlines, and engage more deeply with others.

So, whether you’re a morning person or a night owl, a Type A or a Type B personality, this episode is for you. After all, the ultimate goal is to learn more about ourselves and use that knowledge to succeed.

https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-four-tendencies/intro/

https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-descriptions

https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test

https://www.bbc.com/news/health-25777978

https://www.bulletproof.com/sleep/sleep-hacks/sleep-chronotype-circadian-rhythm/

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Jill McKinley

I’m Jill from the Northwoods. Professionally, I work in Health IT, where I untangle complex systems and help people use technology more effectively. But at heart, I’m a curious lifelong learner—always exploring how things work, why people grow the way they do, and how even the smallest steps can spark real transformation. That curiosity fuels everything I do, from problem-solving at work to sharing insights through my creative projects.

My journey wasn’t always easy. Growing up, I faced a rough childhood, and books became my lifeline. They introduced me to voices of ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and the natural world around me. Those pages taught me resilience, gave me perspective, and helped me see that wisdom is everywhere—waiting to be noticed, gathered, and shared.