PEILS

The Big Five Inventory (BFI)

Based on the given scale, please select the number that you think appropriate for each statement below.

	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Neutral	Agree	Disagree
Is talkative

Tends to find fault with others

Does a thorough job

Is depressed, blue

Is original, comes up with new ideas

Is reserved

Is helpful and unselfish with others

Can be somewhat careless

Is relaxed, handles stress well

Is curious about many different things

Is full of energy

Starts quarrels with others

Is a reliable worker

Can be tense

Is ingenious, a deep thinker

How Do I Learn Best?

Choose the answer which best explains your preference and circle the letter(s) next to it.
Please circle more than one if a single answer does not match your perception.
Leave blank any question that does not apply

1. You are helping someone who wants to go to your airport, the center of town or railway station. You would:

go with her.

tell her the directions.

write down the directions.

draw, or give her a map.

2. You are not sure whether a word should be spelled `dependent' or `dependant'. You would:

see the words in your mind and choose by the way they look.

think about how each word sounds and choose one.

find it online or in a dictionary.

write both words on paper and choose one.

3. You are planning a vacation for a group. You want some feedback from them about the plan. You would:

describe some of the highlights.

use a map or website to show them the places.

give them a copy of the printed itinerary.

phone, text or email them.

4. You are going to cook something as a special treat for your family. You would:

cook something you know without the need for instructions.

ask friends for suggestions.

look through the cookbook for ideas from the pictures.

use a cookbook where you know there is a good recipe.

5. A group of tourists want to learn about the parks or wildlife reserves in your area. You would:

talk about, or arrange a talk for them about parks or wildlife reserves.

show them internet pictures, photographs or picture books.

take them to a park or wildlife reserve and walk with them.

give them a book or pamphlets about the parks or wildlife reserves

Managing Emotions
You just came back from vacation. You were feeling peaceful and contented. How well would each action preserve your mood?

Select the best choice.

Understanding Emotions

Tom felt anxious, and became a bit stressed when he thought about all the work he needed to do. When his supervisor brought him an additional project, he felt ____.

What is your gender?

Male

Female

What is your marital status?

What is the highest level of education you have achieved?

Less than high school degree

High school degree or equivalent (e.g. GED)

Some college but no degree

Associate degree (e.g. AA, AS)

Bachelor's degree (e.g. BA, AB, BS)

Master's degree (e.g. MA, MS, MBA)

Professional degree (e.g. MD, DDS, JD)

Doctorate degree (e.g. PhD)

Which of the following categories best describes the industry you work in?

What is your age?

Which category best describes your annual income?

What is your job function?

Non-supervisory Staff

Supervisor

Functional Manager

Department Manager

Senior Management/Director/Vice President

Senior Executive/Chief Officer/Executive Vice President

Which of the following best describes your position here?

How long have you worked at company?