Instructions
For each question, drag and drop each of the 4 answers, in order from “Most like me” at the top to “Least like me” at the bottom:
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My primary work focus is currently on...
- Moving the latest thing forward, spotting trends
- Implementing the game plan, generating output
- Building consensus, meeting people's needs, teamwork
- Planning, organizing, systematizing
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In my day-to-day work, I most enjoy...
- Completing my tasks
- Interacting with others
- Spotting new opportunities
- Analyzing problems
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What my colleagues value most about me is...
- My ability to connect and influence others
- My high drive and skill
- My vision and creativity
- My rigor and standards
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My personal work space is...
- Cluttered/Busy
- Practical/Organized
- Unique/Creative
- Warm/Welcoming
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My typical complaint is that people aren't...
- Working hard enough
- Following the process
- Being team players
- Getting it
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What characterizes those who are admired (the heroes) in our organization is that they...
- Maintain high quality
- Go the extra mile
- Bring good new ideas
- Uplift those around them
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- Working harder, getting others to work harder
- Analyzing, implementing improvements
- Thinking big, finding a new approach
- Communicating, bringing people together
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I like to be praised for being...
- Productive
- Accurate
- Empathetic
- Creative
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The culture within our organization can be described as one where...
- We follow quality procedures
- We cooperate across departments
- We get the work done
- We adapt to new challenges
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- Boldly. I decide when I sense the opportunity.
- Quickly. I figure it out as I go.
- Methodically. I decide when I have all the information.
- Astutely. I decide when I know where people stand.
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I'm at my best when I engage my ability to...
- Conceptualize
- Analyze
- Empathize
- Act
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The most important thing for the daily operation of our organization is that...
- We work as a team
- We push the envelope
- We have systems that work
- We meet our customers' needs
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My normal communication style is...
- Deliberate, methodical, factual
- Charismatic, expressive, excitable
- Appropriate, connecting, affirming
- Energetic, fast, to the point
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In considering a new job, the most important thing to me is...
- The ability to create something new
- The stability and structure
- A performance-driven culture
- A good working environment
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The type of person that would best complement the people I work with is...
- Efficient and systematic
- A good mediator
- Visionary and progressive
- Motivated by results
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I am most satisfied in my work when I can...
- Think outside the box
- Achieve high quality
- Develop strong relationships
- Score a victory
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If I had some spare time at work, I would like to...
- Clean up or organize my environment
- Get through some of the day-to-day work
- Get a new project under way
- Walk around and connect with my colleagues
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For a person to meet the needs of my boss, they need a good knowledge of...
- Systems and procedures
- Customer/user needs
- Trends and future developments
- How to get people to work as a team
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When I'm feeling stressed or overwhelmed, I tend to...
- Work harder
- Seek escape
- Seek companionship
- Withdraw inwardly
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I am most satisifed in my work when I can be...
- Organized
- In a team
- Productive
- Creative
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The most important areas of responsibility in my job are...
- Developing people
- Ensuring that work is accomplished
- Developing new products or services
- Controlling the daily operations
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I solve problems by working in a...
- Quick and linear way
- Fast and intuitive way
- Holistic and intuitive way
- Methodical and linear way
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In a perfect world, my job would permit me to...
- Be with people I like
- Experience something exciting
- Concentrate on my work
- Get things under control
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The most demanding aspects of my job are...
- Achieving greater efficiency
- The sheer volume of work
- Adapting to change
- Dealing with people
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What I consider most important when making a decision is...
- Getting results fast
- Adhering to sound policies
- Getting buy-in
- Staying ahead of the curve
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The kind of new job that I would like to pursue is one with...
- Changing tasks and challenges
- Efficient and well-organized working conditions
- Cordial and collaborative people
- Autonomy and clearly defined goals
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The expectations for my role are that I...
- Produce measurable results fast
- Lead and inspire others
- Solve problems creatively
- Work carefully and systematically
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In my job, I am good at...
- Finding new ways to accomplish things
- Ensuring things are done correctly
- Focusing on what to do and getting it done
- Harmonizing the work environment
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To be successful in my role, the person taking over from me should be able to...
- Thrive under pressure
- Resolve conflicts
- Create stability
- Drive innovation
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What I want others to notice about me is...
- My work ethic
- My diplomacy
- My thoroughness
- My imagination
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What characterizes me in meetings is that I...
- Facilitate good communication
- Provide objective knowledge and information
- Keep us on track
- Come up with new ideas
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A good day for me is when I can...
- Work without interruptions
- Explore what's out there
- Create order out of chaos
- Really connect with others
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My colleagues expect me to...
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In general, my most important reason for putting off a decision is that I do not yet have enough...
- Facts
- Political clout
- Time or resources
- Perspective
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- I am accepted
- I am in control
- I am being creative
- I am achieving results
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Managers in our organization are praised for...
- Working hard
- Taking risks
- Creating order
- Developing staff
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