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1 - The Reformer
Strengths:
• great structure and logical flow
• high grammar and style accuracy
• consistent voice and tone
Weak Points:
• over-editing
• difficulty letting go of “perfect"
• difficulty accepting critique
Growth advice:
• set a maximum number of revision rounds before publishing
• schedule a “messy draft day” where errors are allowed
• seek feedback from readers who value playfulness over precision
2 - The Helper
Strengths:
• warm, empathetic, reader-focused tone
• focused on building captivating characters with depth
• storytelling full of emotions and focus on human bonds
Weak Points:
• may over-explain
• avoids strong opinions
• struggles with self-promotion
Growth advice:
• write one piece purely from your own perspective without audience accommodation
• practice inserting strong opinions and backing them up
• use outlines to keep focus on the central message
3 - The Achiever
Strengths:
• writing leaves impact
• goal-driven
• high productivity
Weak Points:
• risk of quantity over quality
• avoids vulnerable storytelling
• chases approval through performance
Growth advice:
• set depth goals (e.g., 3 fully developed examples per key point)
• schedule slower, more mindful writing sessions
• include personal, less-polished experiences
4 - The Individualist
Strengths:
• distinctive voice and style, exploring deep themes
• emotional richness, vulnerable and authentic
• strong imagery and sensory detail
Weak Points:
• can be overly complex or abstract
• mood-dependent productivity
• feeling restricted by deadlines or rules
Growth advice:
• keep a writing schedule regardless of mood
• limit metaphors to avoid density overload
• don't be bound down by rules, but also allow yourself to explore the technical side of writing
5 - The Investigator
Strengths:
• great research and accuracy
• structure and clarity
• deep topic exploration
Weak Points:
• over-research
• limiting oneself with strict structures and rules
• hard time choosing one project to commit to
Growth advice:
• prioritize main points before adding depth
• settle on one project at the time
• create a consistent writing routine
6 - The Loyalist
Strengths:
• careful fact-checking
• relatable and grounded tone
• intense, deep topic exploration
Weak Points:
• second-guessing wording
• impostor syndrome
• dropping projects halfway through
Growth advice:
• limit revisions to two passes
• try creative formats outside your comfort zone
• tell a trusted person to check up on your stories and give an honest encouraging feedback
7 - The Enthusiast
Strengths:
• engaging, enthusiastic, high-energy style
• makes heavy topics feel light
• versatile with tone and format
Weak Points:
• scattered focus
• underdeveloped ideas
• avoids editing
Growth advice:
• choose one idea and develop it deeply before moving on
• schedule editing sessions separately from drafting
• keep an idea journal to note down ideas you want to explore later, to avoid derailing focus
8 - The Challenger
Strengths:
• direct and impactful
• confident persuasive voice
• handles controversy well
Weak Points:
• resistant to feedback
• may avoid getting too deep into emotional layers
• they avoid welcoming other people into their writing
Growth advice:
• include more of yourself in your writing
• open up to your emotions both in everyday life and in your writing
• ask: “How will this feel to the reader?” before finalizing
9 - The Peacemaker
Strengths:
• strong editing and synthesis skills
• smooth and diplomatic tone
• good in collaborative writing
Weak Points:
• avoids taking strong stances
• procrastination
• conflict-heavy topics may feel uncomfortable
Growth advice:
• practice writing opinion pieces with clear positions
• set hard deadlines with accountability partners
• build more trust in yourself and your works
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