T.E.A.M.

Self-Assessment

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Directions:
Please choose as your first choice the answer that best describes your actual behavior and/or true feelings at work.
If there are two choices that fit you well, you may also choose one second choice response (this is optional).
Don‘t choose what you think is the "right" answer. Select the one that best fits you at work. Your first guess is probably the right one.
You can clear out an erroneous second choice response by double clicking it.
Additional information for people using screen readers: If you have any difficulty accessing the assessment or report, please email us at team@teamcommunicationstyles.com The assessment is formatted as a table with 12 questions. The first row of each question is the question statement, the next row labels the columns below with the left hand column being the answer options. It is labeled “Choice of Action” or “Best Description” or something similar. To the right the label is 1st choice with an asterisk since you have to choose one first choice. To the right of that is the 2nd Choice column which is optional. Below this label row are the four options, one in each row and the column to the right of each option is the radio button for first choice and the last column to the right is the button for 2nd choice. In completing the assessment, you must choose a first choice answer for each question. If you want to change your first choice selection, click on any other option and that will change your answer. A second choice is optional. If you want to change your second choice selection, click on any other option and that will change your answer. If you want to erase your answer and have no second choice, then double click your answer and it will be erased (you may only need to single click this seems to vary with browsers).
1.
How would you generally respond if someone told you they were having a problem with a coworker?
Choice of Action 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
Take time to clarify the situation, by asking for more details, and then offer some suggestions
Provide support/encouragement, listen patiently and help them sort it out
Get a quick grasp of the situation, then give some advice or intervene directly
Get a quick grasp of the situation, and share similar experiences you have had or offer to mediate
 
2.
The situation: You are assigned to train a new coworker you do not know well, in a technical procedure. The co-worker is completely unfamiliar with the procedure.
Question: What would you do after giving them an overview of the procedure?
Choice of Action 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
Break it down into small steps, carefully describing each step before you have them try it
Have them try it without further explanation with you watching them
Ask them if they understand the procedure and answer their questions before you have them try it
Have them try it; and motivate them by being encouraging
 
3.
If you were having a problem at work and went to your supervisor for assistance how would you want your supervisor to respond?
Choice of Action 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
By giving a direct answer to the question, short and to the point
By providing a careful, detailed explanation of the situation and then giving you time to ask further questions if needed
By providing a direct answer, and being positive and encouraging
By offering friendly support and patience, and a willingness to provide help as needed
 
4.
Which of the following bothers you the most about individuals you don‘t enjoy talking with?
Most Irritating 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
They rush and don‘t give clear information
They give long explanations and ask too many questions
They are indirect and don‘t say what they think
They are rude and don‘t listen
 
5.
What‘s most important to you in a work conversation?
Choice of Action 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
Having the other person take the time to really listen
Being able to brainstorm and be creative; express your ideas
Getting to the point quickly
Being able to get and give a full explanation of the details
 
6.
When faced with making a decision at work that will impact others, which of the following best describes your primary approach?
Choice of Action 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
Getting the key information and moving forward quickly with a decision
Thoroughly gathering data and information to help you make the decision
Trying to find a solution that everyone feels good about
Working with a group to come up with a lot of ideas before focusing on the decision
 
7.
Which statement best describes you at work?
Best Description 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
An enthusiastic people person
A supportive person who is a good listener
Fast paced; prefer to work on my own
Systematic and thorough; takes time to think things through
 
8.
Which of the following would be most important if deciding on a new job?
Choice of Qualities 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
Being left alone to do my work
Able to take the time I need to get the work done correctly
Nice people to work with
Opportunity to be creative and collaborate
 
9.
Which statement best describes how you feel about changes at work:
Choice of Action 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
Change can be stressful if it‘s rushed into
Change is good, it makes things more interesting
Change is fine as long as it‘s implemented quickly
Change is fine if it‘s been carefully planned and can be justified
 
10.
Which of the following best describes you at work? Someone who:
Choice of Qualities 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
Is creative and actively engages with others
Provides support and encouragement
Speaks your mind directly and quickly
Is thoughtful and careful
 
11.
An area of improvement for you might be:
Choice of Action 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
Being more assertive
Making faster decisions and worrying less about getting it exactly right
Being more structured and organized
Taking more time to listen
 
12.
Which statement best describes how you respond in a conflict situation:
Choice of Action 1st Choice* 2nd Choice
I engage the other person and talk it through to a solution
I think through both sides and try to figure out the best way through
I just deal with it
I wish people could just get along ‐ I prefer to avoid conflicts
 
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