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Thank you for your participation in this work survey. This survey consists of a number of questions related to your work style, manager [MANAGMENT] style preferences, preferred working enviornment and your personality. The survey should take you about 45 minutes to complete.

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The statements below reflect different individual characteristics related to working behaviors.

Please respond to each statement with the degree in which you believe the item reflects your personal preferences.

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Scale as follows: 1 - Strongly disagree, 2 - Disagree, 3-Neither agree nor disagree, 4-Agree, 5-Strongly agree
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
* I enjoy challenging work tasks that I can learn a lot from.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always look for opportunities to get ahead in my work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I set and meet personal deadlines for when I want to have tasks completed.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I frequently update my goals for advancing in my career.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy working hard to master work tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I make detailed plans so as to avoid wasting time at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I often find ways to improve my performance at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I follow through with plans I make at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I set challenging work and career goals for myself.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy learning new skills, techniques, and approaches for my work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I handle work tasks effectively in a variety of situations.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I make effective decisions when crises arise at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I easily adapt to changing situations at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy working with others who have different ideals and values.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I work effectively in any physical working environment (for example, orderly or disorderly, noisy or quiet).
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I tend to look at work problems from many different points of view.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I work well with others who have different cultural backgrounds.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I feel comfortable changing plans when something unexpected happens at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I often use logic to resolve complex work problems.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I try to break down work problems into smaller parts to solve them.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy work tasks that require problem solving.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy work tasks that require me to think logically to arrive at a solution.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I use facts and logic to support my side of an argument at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Coworkers view me as an analytical person.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I consider the pros and cons of all possible solutions when workplace problems arise.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
What is the current year?
 
1995
 
2001
 
2011
 
2016
 
2012
 
 
 
* My coworkers usually think the solutions I develop make logical sense.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I’m better than my coworkers at noticing causes and effects of problems.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I double check my work before handing it to my boss.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I keep my working files and records well organized.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy keeping my belongings tidy at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always avoid making careless mistakes at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I usually notice small mistakes that my coworkers overlook.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I tend to keep working until I have addressed every detail.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I plan carefully for work tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I often spend extra time making sure my work is perfect.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I gather all relevant information when working on a task.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* It is easy for me to understand others’ feelings at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am sensitive to others' needs at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I comfort coworkers when they are frustrated.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I sacrifice my work breaks to help my colleagues.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I can easily tell who is having a difficult day at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I often help coworkers with their job.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* It’s easy for me to put myself in other people’s shoes at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I offer my assistance to others when they need help.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I value cooperation over competition at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* It’s easy for me to get along with different types of coworkers.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* My good-natured attitude makes people like to work with me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When coworkers ask for my help, I help them with their work even if we don’t get along.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I’m not always pleasant with others at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I display a cooperative attitude even when I am irritated by others at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I easily lose patience with coworkers who cannot keep up with my work pace.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I have the reputation of being easy to work with among colleagues.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always keep my promises to others at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always do what it takes to complete my job assignments.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I sometimes find ways to avoid some of my job duties.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I rarely miss an important appointment at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always submit high quality work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I don’t mind working through my breaks to make sure I finish a task.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* My coworkers consider me a reliable employee.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always follow work instructions exactly as they are given.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always complete my tasks on time.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Sometimes, I don’t follow through with commitments I make at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always deliver what my team expects of me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy handling tasks and assignments with little or no assistance.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I work well with little or no supervision.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am a more effective employee when working alone.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am comfortable making decisions without guidance at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I like to develop my own way of performing my job as long as it doesn’t hurt my job performance.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy work that allows me to develop my own way of doing things.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If I’m confused about a task, I try to figure it out myself before asking for help.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy finding my own ways to complete work tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I seek out work tasks that I can complete by myself.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I often volunteer for extra tasks at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I often ask my supervisor if there is anything that needs to be done.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am willing to take on challenging work tasks even if it adds a lot of responsibility.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When extra work needs to be done, I would rather wait for others to step up.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I tend to shy away from challenging work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I tend to put off my most challenging work tasks for as long as possible.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If I see that something needs to be done at work, I do it even if it’s not my responsibility.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I seek out work tasks that require a lot of effort/focus.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy thinking of new ways to get my work done.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I often come up with different ideas about how to get things done at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* My coworkers are often impressed with the ideas I develop to address work problems.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I frequently use new approaches to problem solving.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I frequently look for better ways to solve work-related problems
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I usually have a different way of thinking about problems than my coworkers/team members.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Whenever problems arise at work, I develop creative solutions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would rather develop new and improved ways of doing things than complete work tasks in the traditional way.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I sometimes lie to get myself out of trouble at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I have never withhold important information from a supervisor or coworker.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* As long as it did not harm anyone, I feel it's okay to bend the truth in order to get a promotion.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always admit to mistakes I make at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always do the right thing even if it is difficult or inconvenient.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When I'm at work, I do what I say, and I say what I mean.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When I notice coworkers breaking rules, it bothers me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always tell the truth at work even if I know there will be negative consequences.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* It's okay to call in sick just to take a day off.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When I feel that I have a good idea about how to get something done, I try to convince my coworkers/supervisor that it’s worthwhile.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am quick to take charge of a task when working with others.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I look for opportunities to take on a leadership role in my organization.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I don’t like it when my coworkers look to me for advice/direction.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I prefer to be a leader rather than a follower when working in a group.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I dislike making decisions that will have an impact on my coworkers.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I can be firm with others if that’s what it takes to get the job done.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy being in charge of others at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When I’m offered a leadership role at work, I always accept it.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When I encounter difficulty with work tasks, I put them aside for later.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I lose my motivation to complete my work tasks when they become difficult.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I work well in jobs where obstacles are common.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I complete work tasks even when obstacles arise at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If I make mistakes on one work task, I don't let it affect my performance on other work tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I don’t let distractions keep me from finishing my work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I remain energized when working through problems in my work tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I quickly lose interest in working when my tasks become difficult.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would rather finish a difficult task and put it behind me than put it off for later.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I tend to get stressed out in tense situations at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I control my emotions even in difficult situations at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I tend to stay calm when things get tough at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When I am angry, I have trouble communicating calmly with others at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I sometimes lose my temper when I’m having a tough day at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Sometimes I am unfriendly towards coworkers even when I know it is wrong.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* There have been times in the past when someone at work has "pushed me over the edge."
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I rarely express my anger at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Coworkers can easily tell when I am upset.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I like jobs that allow me to work as a part of a group.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy taking part in group lunches or dinners with my coworkers.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I tend to be happier when I am working with others.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always make an effort to attend work-related social events.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I prefer to work with others rather than alone.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy socializing with my colleagues at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I become more energized when working with others rather than working alone.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy making friends with coworkers.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I dislike working alone.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am not bothered by stress at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I stay calm in stressful work environments.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I work effectively even when I have a busy schedule.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I get irritated when others criticize me at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If someone criticizes me at work, I tend to worry about it for a long time.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am easily rattled when I get a large workload.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I have trouble getting tasks done when something stressful happens at work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I work effectively in stressful environments.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* In stressful situations, I have no problems putting aside emotions to handle important tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
The opposite of day is?
 
Morning
 
Afternoon
 
Night
 
Siesta
 
Blue
 
 
 
* When I feel stressed, I cannot focus on my tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* My coworkers seem to accept criticism better than I do.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Moderately disagree
 
Neutral
 
Moderately agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
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The following statements refer to your cultural preferences at work. Organizational culture is a system of shared assumptions, values, and beliefs, which governs how people behave in organizations.

Please respond with how accurate each of the statements reflects your preference in the type of work environment you would like to work in and not the environment you currently work in.

1- Very inaccurate, 2-Somewhat inaccurate, 3-Neither accurate nor inaccurate, 4-Somewhat accurate, 5-Very accurate
 
 
 
 
* I sacrifice my work breaks to help my colleagues.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I often help coworkers with their job.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I offer my assistance to others when they need help.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I value cooperation over competition at work.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I make sure to attend all work meetings.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I like completing group projects in the workplace.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I make sure to encourage my fellow coworkers when we are working on a group project.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I have the reputation of being easy to work with among colleagues.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I am willing to take on challenging work tasks even if it adds a lot of responsibility.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* If I see that something needs to be done at work, I do it even if it’s not my responsibility.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I seek out work tasks that require a lot of effort/focus.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I work well in jobs where obstacles are common.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I remain energized when working through problems in my work tasks.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I would rather finish a difficult task and have it behind me than put it off for later.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I keep an “eye on the prize” when completing work tasks and other work-related responsibilities.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
Which of the following is not a color?
 
Blue
 
Green
 
Car
 
Black
 
White
 
 
 
* I am able to turn work-related ideas and plans into courses of action to follow.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I like to put extra effort into my work so that it will exceed others’ expectations.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I am often able to come up with new ideas that are related to my work.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* The work-related ideas I come up with are exceptional
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I am able to come up with new, work-related ideas on a moment’s notice.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I like to develop my own way of performing my job as long as it doesn’t hurt my job performance.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I enjoy work that allows me to develop my own way of doing things.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I enjoy finding my own ways to complete work tasks.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I enjoy thinking of new ways to get my work done.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I often come up with different ideas about how to get things done at work.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* My coworkers are often impressed with the ideas I develop to address work problems.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I frequently use new approaches to problem solving.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* Whenever problems arise at work, I develop creative solutions.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I would rather develop new and improved ways of doing things than complete work tasks in the traditional way.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I feel motivated to work hard when I know I will be rewarded.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I believe that the people who are doing the best work deserve the best pay.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* When working on something, I am often motivated by the thought, "If I do a good job, I will get recognition".
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I enjoy getting increased responsibilities because I've done great work.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* Whenever I'm working on something, it is my goal to be the best.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I believe getting recognized for good performance is very important.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I enjoy completing work that allows me to prove my ability to others.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I double check with my work before handing it to my boss.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I always avoid making careless mistakes at work.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I usually notice small mistakes that my coworkers overlook.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I tend to keep working until I have addressed every detail.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I often spend extra time making sure my work is perfect.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I always submit high quality work.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I complete my work with a high level of precision.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I make sure to pay attention to all of the details associated with my work tasks and projects.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
Persons with no hair are what?
 
Bald
 
Mad
 
Happy
 
Round
 
Hungry
 
 
 
* I always ensure that all aspects of my work tasks and projects are properly completed.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I have high standards for my work as well as for the work of others in my organization.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* At work, I do my best to be a perfect employee.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I am uneasy until I know that all of the details associated with my work have been taken care of.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I always follow work instructions exactly as they are given.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I try to follow all of the rules established in my workplace.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I make sure that my behavior at work is in accordance with the proper guidelines for conduct in the workplace.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I think that all workplace rules should be mandatory.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I prefer to have order in the workplace.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I prefer to take directions from my supervisor concerning what to do at work.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I would prefer to have a supervisor instruct me how to complete my work than have to figure it out myself.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
* I often find myself completing work tasks exactly as I was instructed.
 
Very inaccurate
 
Somewhat inaccurate
 
Neither accurate or inaccurate
 
Somewhat accurate
 
Very accurate
 
 
 
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Please respond to each statement by indicating to what degree you believe each item currently represents you.

1 - Strongly disagree, 2 - Disagree, 3-Neither agree nor disagree, 4-Agree, 5-Strongly agree

In this set of questions, assume the first word for each statement to begin with "I" (when not present).
 
 
 
 
* Don't miss group meetings or team practices.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Enjoy being part of a group.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Support my teammates or fellow group members.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Feel I must respect the decisions made by my group.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Am not good at working with a group.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Prefer to do everything alone.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Work best when I am alone.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Keep to myself.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Don’t think it’s important to socialize with others.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Want to be in charge.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Try to surpass others' accomplishments.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Like to show off my body.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Know how to get around the rules.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Have a strong need for power.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Take charge.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Push myself very hard to succeed.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Am not highly motivated to succeed.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Am not an extraordinary person.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Hate being the center of attention.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am constantly on the lookout for new ways to improve my life.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Wherever I have been, I have been a powerful force for constructive change.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Nothing is more exciting than seeing my ideas turn into reality.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If I see something I don't like, I fix it.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* No matter what the odds, if I believe in something I will make it happen.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
One plus one is what?
 
1
 
2
 
3
 
4
 
5
 
 
 
* I love being a champion for my ideas, even against others' opposition.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I excel at identifying opportunities.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am always looking for better ways to do things.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If I believe in an idea, no obstacle will prevent me from making it happen.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I can spot a good opportunity long before others can.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
Twelve inches is equal to one...?
 
Inch
 
Year
 
Foot
 
Meter
 
Mile
 
 
 
* Try to please everyone.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Follow directions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Do what others want me to do.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Hate to seem pushy.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Follow orders.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Don't care what others think.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Quickly recognize possibilities.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Give in to no one.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Want to be different from others.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Believe only in myself.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
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Please respond to each item to the extent you agree or disagree with the qualities you prefer in your direct manager (whom you report to).

1 - Strongly disagree, 2 - Disagree, 3-Neither agree nor disagree, 4-Agree, 5-Strongly agree
 
 
 
 
* Makes an effort to build relationships with their employees.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Focuses attention on maintaining high employee morale.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Shows genuine concern and empathy for others.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
Two plus two is what?
 
1
 
2
 
3
 
4
 
5
 
 
 
* Prefers to resolve work-related conflict peacefully.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Creates downtime for their employees after stressful events.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Is as much of a friend as a manager.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Rarely provides harsh critiques.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Focuses on team morale more than results.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Promotes harmony in the team.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Gives employees multiple chances.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Is relationship oriented.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Allows employees to develop their own way of accomplishing tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Updates employees on their organization's plans and goals.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Gives high-performing employees increased responsibility.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Accepts that different employees use different methods to complete tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Communicates how employees’ roles and tasks fit into the big picture.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Demonstrates a traditional employee-manager hierarchy.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Enjoys his or her role as the leader.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Rarely adapts his or her management style to employee preferences.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* So long as you produce results, he or she remains "Hands off."
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
Three plus three is what?
 
6
 
5
 
4
 
3
 
7
 
 
 
* Shares a vision of the final results or tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Has long-term strategic plans.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Communicates a clear strategic plan.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Assists employees in identifying ways to improve their performance.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Participates in helping employees improve their performance.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Speaks with employees on their progress and provides feedback.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Discusses with employees the steps necessary to enhance performance.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Demonstrates for employees how to correct mistakes.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Uses mistakes as teaching opportunities.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Encourages employees' personal growth.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Encourages creative and innovative ideas.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Enjoys having career conversations.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Provides feedback in private conversations.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Is assertive and self-confident.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Expects employees to operate within the established procedures.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Sets firm deadlines and holds all employees equally accountable for meeting those deadlines.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Deals with work conduct issues quickly and directly.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Uses structure and detail to ensure that all work is completed in a timely fashion.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Is more concerned with performance than friendship
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Is always willing to put in extra effort when needed
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Sets firm separation between work and play
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Isn't afraid of voicing unpopular opinions
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Requires work activities to be done in a specific way
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Exhibits a high degree of control over the team
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Expects employees to recognize his or her authority.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Is not concerned with other's perceptions of him or her.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Ensures all employees opinions are factored in important work projects.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Uses compromise and communication to reach agreement on work issues.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Is open about his/her own areas of weakness.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Considers the opinions of others when making decisions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Attempts to include all employees so no one feels left out.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Involves the team in decisions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Flexible to changing plans or strategy.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Uses all information available when making decisions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Relies on the strength of team members to complete tasks.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Appreciates brainstorming sessions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Creates an inclusive working environment.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Attempts to establish a culture centered on efficiency and results.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Sets high goals for the work unit and works hard to achieve them.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Is highly active and efficient and sets the pace for their work unit.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Sets high expectations for employees and themselves.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Prefers employees who go above and beyond what is expected of them.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Sets short- and long-term goals for employees.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Prefers frequent check-ins on projects.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Expects employees to keep up with his or her pace.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Will take on others' responsibilities if it keeps the project moving.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Likes to get involved in team's day-to-day activities.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Uses tasks assignment as employee development, rather than conversations.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Pushes employees to do their best.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Values high-achievers.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
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Please respond to each item to the extent that you agree or disagree that each statements reflects your management style.

1 - Strongly disagree, 2 - Disagree, 3-Neither agree nor disagree, 4-Agree, 5-Strongly agree
 
 
 
 
This portion of the survey lists managerial and leadership qualities and asks you to rate yourself. Before rating yourself, please indicate your experience as a manager. 
 
Never
 
Less than a year
 
1 to 3 years
 
3 years or more
 
 
 
If you have managed others before, please indicate the number of persons that reported to you.
 
N/A
 
1-3
 
4-6
 
7-10
 
>10
 
 
 
* Make an effort to relationships with my employees.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Focus attention on maintaining high employee morale.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Show genuine concern and empathy for others.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Prefer to resolve work-related conflict peacefully.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Create downtime for my employees after stressful events.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* As much of a friend as a manager.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Rarely provide harsh critiques.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Focus on team morale more than results.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Promotes harmony in the team.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Gives employees multiple chances.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
Five minus two is how many?
 
4
 
3
 
2
 
1
 
5
 
 
 
* Is relationship oriented.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Allow employees to develop their own way of accomplishing tasks
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Update employees on our organization's plans and goals
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Delegate tasks and then let employees decide how to complete them.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Accept that different employees use different methods to complete tasks
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Communicate how employees' roles and tasks fit into the big picture
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Value the traditional employee-manager hierarchy
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Enjoy my role as the leader.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Rarely adapt my management style to employee preferences.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* So long as employees produce results, I prefer to be "hands-off".
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Share my vision of the final results or tasks
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Develop long-term strategic plans.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Communicates my long-term strategic plan.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Assist employees in identifying ways to improve their performance
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Participate in helping employees improve their performance
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Speak with employees on their progress and provide feedback
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Discuss with employees the steps necessary to enhance performance
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Demonstrate for employees how to correct mistakes
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Use mistakes as teaching opportunities
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Encourage employees' personal growth.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Encourages employees' creative and innovate ideas.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Enjoy having career conversations with employees.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Provide feedback in private rather than public conversations.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Am assertive and self-confident
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Expect employees to operate within the established procedures
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Set firm deadlines and hold all employees equally accountable for meeting those deadlines
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Deal with work conflict issues quickly and directly
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Use structure and detail to ensure that all work is completed in a timely fashion
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* More concerned with employee performance than friendship.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Always willing to put in the extra effort when needed.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Set a firm separation between work and play.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Not afraid of voicing unpopular opinions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Prefer work activities to be done in a specific way.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Prefer to have a high degree of control over the team.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Expect my authority to be recognized by my team.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Not concerned with other's perceptions of me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Ensure all employees opinions are factored in important work projects.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Use compromise and communication to reach agreement on work issues.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Am open about my own areas of weakness.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Consider the opinions of others when making decisions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Attempt to include all employees so no one feels left out.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Involves the team in decisions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Flexible to changing plans or strategy.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Use all information available when making decisions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Rely on the strength and expertise of my team members for vital tasks components.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Find brainstorming sessions useful.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Create an inclusive working environment.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Attempt to establish a culture centered on efficiency and results.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Set high goals for the work unit and works hard to achieve them.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Am highly active and efficient and set the pace for my work unit.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Set high expectations for employees and myself.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Prefer employees who go above and beyond what is expected of them.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Set short- and long-term goals for employees.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Prefer employees give frequent check-ins on projects.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Expect employees to keep up your pace.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Will take on others' responsibilities if it keeps the project moving.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Like to get involved in team's day-to-day activities.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
Four plus one is what?
 
1
 
6
 
4
 
2
 
5
 
 
 
* Use tasks assignment as employee development, rather than conversations.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Push employees to do their best.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Values high-achievers more than other employees.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
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The following set of items refer to personality charactersitics. Please respond to each item with the degree that you believe the statement accurately describes your current personality and not how you would like to be. There are no right or wrong answers.

1 - Strongly disagree, 2 - Disagree, 3-Neither agree nor disagree, 4-Agree, 5-Strongly agree
 
 
 
 
* I would be quite bored by a visit to an art gallery.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I clean my office or home quite frequently.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I rarely hold a grudge, even against people who have badly wronged me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I feel reasonably satisfied with myself overall.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would feel afraid if I had to travel in bad weather conditions.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If I want something from a person I dislike, I will act very nicely toward that person in order to get it.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I'm interested in learning about the history and politics of other countries.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When working, I often set ambitious goals for myself.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* People sometimes tell me that I am too critical of others.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I rarely express my opinions in group meetings.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I sometimes can't help worrying about little things.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If I knew that I could never get caught, I would be willing to steal a million dollars.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would like a job that requires following a routine rather than being creative.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I often check my work over repeatedly to find any mistakes.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* People sometimes tell me that I'm too stubborn.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I avoid making "small talk" with people.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When I suffer from a painful experience, I need someone to make me feel comfortable.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Having a lot of money is not especially important to me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I think that paying attention to radical ideas is a waste of time.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I make decisions based on the feeling of the moment rather than on careful thought.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* People think of me as someone who has a quick temper.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am energetic nearly all the time.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I feel like crying when I see other people crying.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am an ordinary person who is no better than others.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I wouldn't spend my time reading a book of poetry.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I plan ahead and organize things, to avoid scrambling at the last minute.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* My attitude toward people who have treated me badly is "forgive and forget".
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I think that most people like some aspects of my personality.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I don’t mind doing jobs that involve dangerous work.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I wouldn't use flattery to get a raise or promotion at work, even if I thought it would succeed.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy looking at maps of different places.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
Five plus two is what?
 
7
 
6
 
5
 
4
 
3
 
 
 
* I often push myself very hard when trying to achieve a goal.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I generally accept people’s faults without complaining about them.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* In social situations, I'm usually the one who makes the first move.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I worry a lot less than most people do.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would be tempted to buy stolen property if I were financially tight.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would enjoy creating a work of art, such as a novel, a song, or a painting.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When working on something, I don't pay much attention to small details.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I am usually quite flexible in my opinions when people disagree with me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I enjoy having lots of people around to talk with.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I can handle difficult situations without needing emotional support from anyone else.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would like to live in a very expensive, high-class neighborhood.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I like people who have unconventional views.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I make a lot of mistakes because I don't think before I act.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I rarely feel anger, even when people treat me quite badly.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* On most days, I feel cheerful and optimistic.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When someone I know well is unhappy, I can almost feel that person's pain myself.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I wouldn’t want people to treat me as though I were superior to them.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If I had the opportunity, I would like to attend a classical music concert.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* People often joke with me about the messiness of my room or desk.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If someone has cheated me once, I will always feel suspicious of that person.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I feel that I am an unpopular person.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When it comes to physical danger, I am very fearful.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* If I want something from someone, I will laugh at that person's worst jokes.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would be very bored by a book about the history of science and technology.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Often when I set a goal, I end up quitting without having reached it.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I tend to be lenient in judging other people.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When I'm in a group of people, I'm often the one who speaks on behalf of the group.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I rarely, if ever, have trouble sleeping due to stress or anxiety.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would never accept a bribe, even if it were very large.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* People have often told me that I have a good imagination.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I always try to be accurate in my work, even at the expense of time.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When people tell me that I’m wrong, my first reaction is to argue with them.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I prefer jobs that involve active social interaction to those that involve working alone.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Whenever I feel worried about something, I want to share my concern with another person.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would like to be seen driving around in a very expensive car.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I think of myself as a somewhat eccentric person.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I don’t allow my impulses to govern my behavior.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Most people tend to get angry more quickly than I do.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* People often tell me that I should try to cheer up.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I feel strong emotions when someone close to me is going away for a long time.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I think that I am entitled to more respect than the average person is.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Sometimes I like to just watch the wind as it blows through the trees.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* When working, I sometimes have difficulties due to being disorganized.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I find it hard to fully forgive someone who has done something mean to me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I sometimes feel that I am a worthless person.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Even in an emergency I wouldn't feel like panicking.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I wouldn't pretend to like someone just to get that person to do favors for me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I’ve never really enjoyed looking through an encyclopedia.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I do only the minimum amount of work needed to get by.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Even when people make a lot of mistakes, I rarely say anything negative.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I tend to feel quite self-conscious when speaking in front of a group of people.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I get very anxious when waiting to hear about an important decision.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I’d be tempted to use counterfeit money, if I were sure I could get away with it.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I don't think of myself as the artistic or creative type.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* People often call me a perfectionist.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I find it hard to compromise with people when I really think I’m right.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
Four plus three is what?
 
2
 
4
 
6
 
7
 
8
 
 
 
* The first thing that I always do in a new place is to make friends.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I rarely discuss my problems with other people.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I would get a lot of pleasure from owning expensive luxury goods.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I find it boring to discuss philosophy.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I prefer to do whatever comes to mind, rather than stick to a plan.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I find it hard to keep my temper when people insult me.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* Most people are more upbeat and dynamic than I generally am.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I remain unemotional even in situations where most people get very sentimental.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I want people to know that I am an important person of high status.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I have sympathy for people who are less fortunate than I am.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* I try to give generously to those in need.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* It wouldn’t bother me to harm someone I didn’t like.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
* People see me as a hard-hearted person.
 
Strongly disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neither agree or disagree
 
Agree
 
Strongly agree
 
 
 
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Please provide the following information. This information will not be used to attempt to identify you in anyway. The purpose of collecting this information is to provide greater understanding of how these measures compare across individuals with different backgrounds. All data will be analyzed at the aggregate level.
 
 
 
 
Age in Years:
   
 
 
 
Gender:
 
Male
 
Female
 
 
 
Are you Hispanic or Latino (Latina)?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
What is your ethnic and racial background?
 
White/Caucasian
 
Asian
 
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
 
Black/African American
 
American Indian or Alaska Native
 
Other
 
 
 
 
What is your first language?
 
English
 
Other
 
 
 
 
What industry do you work in?
 
Accountancy, banking an finance
 
Charity and voluntary work
 
Energy and utilities
 
Environment and Agriculture
 
Hospitality
 
Law
 
Leisure, sport and tourism
 
Media and internet
 
Public Services and admin
 
Retail
 
Science and pharmaceuticals
 
Teaching and education
 
Business, consulting and management
 
Creative arts and design
 
Engineering and manufacturing
 
Healthcare
 
Information technology
 
Law enforcement and security
 
Marketing, advertising and PR
 
Property and construction
 
Recruitment and HR
 
Sales
 
Social care
 
Transport and logistics
 
Unemployed
 
Student
 
Other
 
 
 
 
What is your highest level of education?
 
Did not graduate high school, or equivalent
 
High school, GED or high school equivalent
 
Some college, but did not graduate
 
A 2 year degree (i.e., A.A., A.S., A.A.S., etc.)
 
Technical or Vocational School
 
Bachelor's degree (B.S., B.A., BSN, etc.)
 
Master's Degree (M.S., M.A., MSc., etc.)
 
Doctorate Degree or professional degree (Ph.D., M.D., J.D., Ed.D., etc.)