New Page 2
 
 

 Work Style Preference Indicator 


Do you know what your Work Style is? What do you enjoy and dislike the most about any job you might be in? Do you enjoy working with people, having a routine, research, etc?

Work Style Preference Indicator is a free 10 minute test to assist you in self-discovery. We do not require you to give us your email or contact information.

Instructions:

Read each statement and check if you “agree”, “disagree” or are “neutral”. If you don’t have a clear response, then mark “neutral”. Try to go with your initial reaction and avoid analyzing statements. Being as honest as possible will provide you with the most honest feedback

 
New Page 1
1 Being honest is more important to me than being nice.
2 I usually make decisions with my head more than my heart.
3 Others would describe me as strongly opinionated.
4 I don’t enjoy working with others that aren’t organized.
5 I prefer to have a plan, rather than taking things as they come
6 When others are wrong, it’s important for them to know it.
7 Keeping emotion out of decisions is important to me.
8 I often wish that others would be as logical as I am.
9 Listening to the feelings of others is important to me.
10 I usually focus more on harmony than on being right.
11 Others would describe me as creative or even a dreamer.
12 I often lose track of time whenever I’m involved.
13 I sometimes have trouble prioritizing things.
14 I’m probably more creative than analytical.
15 Freedom is more important to me than security.
16 I learn more through experience than by reading a book.
17 I enjoy brainstorming to solve problems.
18 Others often rely on me for answers to problems.
19 I enjoy fixing things that aren’t working right.
20 Instead of complaining, I like to find solutions.
21 Most problems can be solved given enough time.
22 I’m constantly looking for better ways to do things.
23 I’m good at assisting others in reaching their goals.
24 I like to use tools and techniques to fix things.
25 I’m much more of an observer than an active participant.
26 I prefer to focus on the “big picture” instead of the details
27 I spend a lot of time researching things that interest me.
28 I spend a lot of private time either thinking or reflecting
29 I enjoy sharing new ideas with those who are interested.
30 I prefer analytical or creative work over hands-on work.
31 I enjoy discussing new ideas even if they aren’t practical.
32 I often try to find the hidden meaning in things.
33 I’m good at persuading others to see things my way.
34 Even if others are in a bad mood, it doesn’t affect me.
35 I’m good at motivating and inspiring others.
36 I enjoy giving needed advice to others.
37 Building close relationships is important to me.
38 I’m usually sensitive of the feelings and needs of others.
39 I would enjoy being a leader in a social group or club.
40 I enjoy public speaking and performing in front of audiences
41 I don’t enjoy planning as much as I enjoy getting things done
42 Most meetings just keep me from getting things done.
43 I enjoy using tools or equipment in my work.
44 I’m more action oriented than analytical or creative.
45 I prefer being mobile in my work over being in a desk job.
46 I prefer having guidelines with plenty of freedom in my work
47 I measure a successful day by how much I’ve accomplished.
48 New ideas are great as long as they lead to a practical solution

 

What is your current job title?

What do you enjoy most about your job?
(100 characters)
 

What do you dislike most about your job?
(100 characters)