Redmond Personality Tests

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Are you applying for a new position?*

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Position you are applying for:

Your Redmond Team:

PAEI Test

Choose one of the following*

[B]/[A] I tend to be more short term minded (7,30, 90-day plan)
[C]/[D] I tend to be more long term minded (5,10, 20-year plan)

Choose one of the following*

[B]/[A] I tend to interpret and take things literally
[C]/[D] I tend to think and express myself in ways that are more abstract and metaphorical

Choose one of the following*

[B]/[A] I think more in terms of results
[C]/[D] I think more in terms of possibility

Choose one of the following*

[B]/[A] I prefer clear instruction
[C]/[D] I prefer figuring things out on my own

Which questions do you think about most often pertaining to work?*

[B] How quickly can we do it? Can we just get started already?
[A] How should we do it? How should it be done?
[C] What’s possible here? Where could this go?
[D] Who should be involved? What part should they play?

Which of the following fills your cup the most?*

[B] To Get a Lot Done/ To Produce, to accomplish, to get things done today, hands on work, straight-forward work that entails goals and clear objectives, to get as much done as you can with few inhibitors and/or limitations.
[A] To Structure/Organize, to make an order from chaos, to execute a process effectively and efficiently, to be consistent and follow through with people and projects you're working on, to perform a plan or routine to perfection.
[C] To Ideate/Envision. To envision what will be needed in the future, to come up with new ideas and different ways of doing things, to explore the possibilities, to create something from scratch, to theorize and toy with an infinite number of outcomes and solutions.
[D] To Connect People, to figure out how people work better together, to facilitate discussion and communication between people, to create environments where people thrive and work well with each other.

What personal trait do you appreciate about yourself the most?*

[B] Your ability to get a lot done
[A] Your ability to follow-up and execute a process
[C] Your ability to brainstorm and change direction
[D] Your ability to see and understand others

Your team leader approaches you and tells you that there is an opportunity for a new role on the team. With the recent increase in sales there is a huge influx of work to do in not very much time. He tells you that they need someone who loves to work, quickly, and efficiently; they have big production goals and they need someone who would stop at nothing to see them through. You feel:*

[B] Inspired. This is exactly the type of work that you are cut out for. You really thrive, feel good, and show up well in the pressure of being busy and having a lot to get done.
[D] At the very thought of so much pressure and the endless hours of work you feel a little apprehensive and like a very heavy burden is being set upon your shoulders.

You generally get along well with everyone on your team, but there is one person whose approach to work is hard for you to understand and sometimes causes conflict between you. Which of the following is more likely to be the reason for your frustration?*

[A] They don’t respect the process and choose to do things their own way, creating a chaotic mess.
[C] They slow things down by insisting you follow policies and procedures, sometimes that don't even make sense.

Your team has recently identified a reoccurring problem that occurs during your teams’ work. You like problem solving but maybe in a different way than some of your teammates might enjoy. Which part of the process would fill your cup the most:*

[B] Implementing the chosen solution as soon as possible, gathering information about how exactly the solution should be implemented for best results, achieving the proposed solution as quickly and effectively as possible.
[A] Implementing processes and procedures so that the solution is carried out according to plan and people know how to do it. Taking a more critical approach towards where and how things can be improved, organizing things so that information is readily available and easy to access.
[C] Starting from scratch with wild brainstorming, arguments, and theories, playing wtih an infinite number of possible scenarios in an effort to come up with one that works and is a best outcome solution.
[D] Analyzing the effect that possible solutions may have on people, seeing the strengths of others and having vision for which people should be involved where during the pursuit of a solution, seeing that people can thrive as a result of the solution.

Which sounds more like you?*

[B] I find deep satisfaction and joy in seeing how much I can get done each day.
[D] I find deep satisfaction and joy in seeing people understand each other better as a result of my efforts

I prefer things to be:*

[A] more structured and well-defined.
[C] more ambiguous and open to possibility.

Which quote resonates the most with you?*

[B] “The person who gets ahead is the one who does more than is necessary – and keeps on doing it.”
[D] “If you want to go fast, go alone, if you want to go far, go together.”

I tend to think of procedures as:*

[A] important and that they generally make us more productive.
[C] arbitrary and that they can largely hold us back from being productive.

I would rather spend most of my time:*

[B] Working quickly and effectively, where I can see tangible results for my efforts
[D] Learning and figuring out how I can work with and understand others better

I feel invigorated when:*

[A] I have a good, well thought out, daily routine, and I stick to it
[C] my day is full of change and new ways of doing things

At the end of one my most fulfilling days, it’s fulfilling because:*

[B] I got a lot of stuff done, more than I knew I could do
[A] I was able to do all the things I had planned to do and make all my appointments I had scheduled for the day
[C] A lot of new and exciting ideas came up in meetings and conversations that I hadn’t thought of before
[D] I had a lot of great conversations where I learned something new about the person I was talking to and felt more connected to them as a result

Color Code Test

Mark the letter that corresponds with how you would describe yourself.

1.*

[C] Inventive
[B] Nurturing
[A] Opinionated
[D] Outgoing

2.*

[D] Self-centered
[B] Perfectionist
[C] Indecisive
[A] Power-oriented

3.*

[A] Dominant
[D] Enthusiastic
[C] Tolerant
[B] Sympathetic

4.*

[A] Self-serving
[D] Naïve
[C] Unsure
[B] Suspicious

5.*

[A] Decisive
[B] Loyal
[C] Contented
[D] Playful

6.*

[B] Worry prone
[A] Arrogant
[C] Silently subborn
[D] Flighty

7.*

[C] Kind
[B] Reliable
[A] Assertive
[D] Sociable

8.*

[A] Bossy
[B] Self-critical
[D] A teaser
[C] Reluctant

9.*

[A] Action-oriented
[C] Easy going
[B] Analytical
[D] Carefree

10.*

[A] Critical of others
[B] Overly sensitive
[D] Obnoxious
[C] Shy

11.*

[A] Determined
[D] A party person
[C] A good listener
[B] Detail Conscious

12.*

[D] Vain
[B] Unforgiving
[C] Unmotivated
[A] Demanding

13.*

[A] Responsible
[C] Considerate
[D] Happy
[B] Idealistic

14.*

[B] Moody
[C] Passive
[A] Impatient
[D] Impulsive

15.*

[B] Respectful
[A] Strong-willed
[C] Patient
[D] Fun-loving

16.*

[A] Argumentative
[D] An Interupter
[B] Unrealistic
[C] Directionless

17.*

[A] Independent
[C] Even-tempered
[B] Dependable
[D] Trusting

18.*

[A] Aggressive
[D] Forgetful
[C] Ambivalent
[B] Frequently depressed

19.*

[D] Optimistic
[B] Deliberate
[C] Gentle
[A] Powerful

20.*

[A] Insensitive
[C] Boring
[D] Indisciplined
[B] Judgemental

21.*

[B] Emotional
[A] Logical
[C] Agreeable
[D] Popular

22.*

[B] Guilt prone
[D] Uncommitted
[C] Unenthusiastic
[A] Always right

23.*

[C] Accepting
[B] Well-behaved
[A] Pragmatic
[D] Spontaneous

24.*

[C] Uninvolved
[B] Thoughtful
[D] A show off
[A] Merciless

25.*

[A] Task oriented
[D] Lively
[C] Diplomatic
[B] Sincere

26.*

[C] Lazy
[A] Tactless
[B] Hard to please
[D] Loud

27.*

[A] Direct
[B] Creative
[C] Adaptive
[D] A performer

28.*

[A] Calculating
[B] Self-righteous
[C] Self-deprecating
[D] Disorganized

29.*

[A] Confident
[C] Pleasant
[B] Disciplined
[D] Charismatic

30.*

[A] Intimidating
[B] Careful
[D] Afraid to face facts
[C] Unproductive

If I applied for a job, a prospective employer would most likely hire me because I am:*

[A] driven, direct, and delegating
[B] deliberate, accurate, and reliable
[C] patient, adaptable, and tactful
[D] fun-loving, spirited, and casual

When involved in an intimate relationship, if I feel threatened by my partner I:*

[A] fight back with facts and anger
[B] cry, feel hurt, and plan revenge
[C] become quiet, withdrawn, and often hold anger until I blow up over some minor issue later
[D] distance myself and avoid further conflict

For me, life is most meaningful when it’s:*

[A] task oriented and productive
[B] is filled with people and purpose
[C] is free of pressure and stress
[D] allows me to be playful, lighthearted, and optimistic

As a child I was:*

[A] stubborn, bright , and/or aggressive
[B] well-behaved, caring, and/or depressed
[C] quiet, easygoing, and/or shy
[D] too talkative, happy and/or playful

As an adult, I am:*

[A] opinionated, determined, and/or bossy
[B] responsible, honest, and/or unforgiving
[C] accepting, contented, and/or unmotivated
[D] charismatic, positive, and/or obnoxious

As a parent I am:*

[A] demanding, quick-tempered, and/or uncompromising
[B] concerned, sensitive and/or critical
[C] permissive, easily persuaded, and/or often overwhelmed
[D] playful, casual, and/or irresponsible

In an argument with a friend I am most likely to be:*

[A] verbally stubborn about facts
[B] concerned about others feelings and principles
[C] silently stubborn, uncomfortable, and or confused
[D] loud, uncomfortable, and or compromising

If my friend was in trouble, I would be:*

[A] protective, resourceful, and recommend solutions
[B] concerned, empathetic, and loyal regardless of the situation
[C] supportive, patient, and a good listener
[D] non-judgmental, optimistic, and downplaying the seriousness of the situation

When making decisions, I am:*

[A] assertive, articulate, and logical
[B] deliberate, precise, and cautious
[C] indecisive, timid, and reluctant
[D] impulsive, uncommitted, and inconsistent

When I fail, I feel:*

[A] silently self-critical, yet verbally stubborn and defensive
[B] guilty, self-critical, and vulnerable to depression, I dwell on it
[C] unsettled, and fearful, but I keep it to myself
[D] embarrassed and nervous, seeking to escape the situation

If someone crosses me:*

[A] I am angered and cunningly plan ways to get even quickly
[B] I feel deeply hurt and find it almost impossible to forgive completely. Generally, getting even is not enough
[C] I am silently hurt and plan to get even and or completely avoid the other person
[D] I want avoid confrontation, consider the situation not important enough to bother with and or seek other friends

Work is:*

[A] a most productive way to spend one’s time
[B] a healthy activity, which should be done right if it is to be done at all. Work should be done before one plays.
[C] a positive activity as long as it is something I enjoy and don’t feel pressured to accomplish
[D] a necessary evil, much less inviting than play.

In social situations I am most often:*

[A] feared by others
[B] admired by others
[C] protected by others
[D] envied by others

In a relationship, I am most concerned with being:*

[A] approved of and right
[B] understood, appreciated, and intimate
[C] respected, tolerant, and peaceful
[D] praised, having fun, and feeling free

To feel alive and positive, I seek:*

[A] adventure, leadership, and lots of action
[B] security, creativity, and purpose
[C] acceptance, and safety
[D] excitement, playful productivity, and the company of others.