1. I would rather
a) Solve a new and complicated problem.
b) Work on something I have done before. |
2. I like to
a) Work alone in a quiet place.
b) Be where the action is. |
3. I want a boss who
a) Establishes and applies criteria in decisions.
b) Considers individual needs and makes exceptions. |
4. When I work on a project, I
a) Like to finish it and get some closure.
b) Often leave it open for possible changes. |
5. When making a decision, the most important considerations are
a) Rational thoughts, ideas, and data.
b) People's feelings and values. |
6. On a project, I tend to
a) Think it over and over before deciding how to proceed.
b) Start working on it right away, thinking about it as I go along. |
7. When working on a project, I
a) Maintain as much control as possible.
b) Explore various options. |
8. In my work, I prefer to
a) Work on several projects at a time, and learn as much as possible about each one.
b) Have one project that is challenging and keeps me busy. |
9. I often
a) Make lists and plans whenever I start something and may hate to seriously alter my plans.
b) Avoid plans and just let things progress as I work on them. |
10. When discussing a problem with colleagues, it is easy for me to
a) See "the big picture."
b) Grasp the specifics of the situation. |
11. When the phone rings in my office or at home, I usually
a) Consider it an interruption.
b) Do not mind answering it. |
12. Which word describes you better?
a) Analytical.
b) Empathetic. |
13. When I am working on an assignment, I tend to
a) Work steadily and consistently.
b) Work in bursts of energy with "down time" in between. |
14. When I listen to someone talk on a subject, I usually try to
a) Relate it to my own experience and see if it fits.
b) Assess and analyze the message. |
15. When I come up with new ideas, I generally
a) "Go for it."
b) Like to contemplate the ideas some more |
16. When working on a project, I prefer to
a) Narrow the scope so it is clearly defined.
b) Broaden the scope to include related aspects. |
17. When I read something, I usually
a) Confine my thoughts to what is written there.
b) Read between the lines and relate the words to other ideas. |
18. When I have to make a decision in a hurry, I often
a) Feel uncomfortable and wish I had more information.
b) Am able to do so with available data. |
19. In a meeting, I tend to
a) Continue formulating my ideas as I talk about them.
b) Only speak out after I have carefully thought the issue through. |
20. In work, I prefer spending a great deal of time on issues of
a) Ideas.
b) People. |
21. In meetings, I am most often annoyed with people who
a) Come up with many sketchy ideas.
b) Lengthen meetings with many practical details. |
22. I am a
a) Morning person.
b) Night owl. |
23. What is your style in preparing for a meeting?
a) I am willing to go in and be responsive.
b) I like to be fully prepared and usually sketch an outline of the meeting. |
24. In a meeting, I would prefer for people to
a) Display a fuller range of emotions.
b) Be more task oriented. |
25. I would rather work for an organization where
a) My job was intellectually stimulating.
b) I was committed to its goals and mission. |
26. On weekends, I tend to
a) Plan what I will do.
b) Just see what happens and decide as I go along. |
27. I am more
a) Outgoing.
b) Contemplative. |
28. I would rather work for a boss who is
a) Full of new ideas.
b) Practical. |
| In the following, choose the word in each pair that appeals to you more: |
29.
a) Social.
b) Theoretical. |
30.
a) Ingenuity.
b) Practicality. |
31.
a) Organized.
b) Adaptable. |
32.
a) Active.
b) Concentration.
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