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Part 1 : Preferred Working Styles

My Preferred Working Styles Involve:

a)Being in regular contact with others and having a number of different things to keep me interested
b)Working closely with other colleagues on shared tasks
c)Having the freedom to explore new approaches and directions
d)Being able to take a global view and develop strategic objectives
e)Establishing and controlling what needs to be done and when
f)Having the authority and responsibility to push for action
g)Working steadily through tasks without being distracted
h)Having the time and space to work on my own when a considered approach is needed
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Part 2 : Dealing With Information and Organising Work

My Preferred Methods of Dealing With Information and Organising Work Involve:

a)Dealing with each of the known facts in turn
b)Allowing for gut feeling or intuition to play a part when weighing up different options
c)Bouncing ideas around and allowing for external input
d)Allowing time for analysis before responding and decision making
e)Setting and working to measurable goals and objectives
f)Taking into consideration other peoples' values and feelings
g)Keeping choices open and allowing for changes in direction
h)A structured and controlled approach to creating a workable plan
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Part 3 : Starting a New Project

When Starting a New Project:

a)I set out to get everyone to buy into the plan and look to delegate tasks to those best suited
b)Starting with a clear view of the deadline I like to begin by setting key milestones along the way
c)Getting going quickly with an objective of achieving early results is important to me
d)I like to keep my options open and be allowed to follow interesting leads
e)It is important to me to get to know all my colleagues and understand their strengths and weaknesses
f)I believe that it is good to talk through all the options before formulating a plan
g)I prefer to spend time on my own to work out a detailed plan of action
h)I need to know what is expected of me and have the tasks clearly defined
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Part 4 : Adding Value to Projects

I Add Value to Projects Because:

a)I am good at working and engaging with people with differing views, styles, backgrounds, etc.
b)I provide a strong sense of direction coupled with a focus on the goals
c)I am good at analysing the issues and coming up with logical solutions
d)I am methodical and will stick with the plan to ensure the work gets done
e)Creating novel approaches is one of my natural abilities
f)I am disciplined and organised and good at keeping projects on track
g)I am aware of what's going on in the wider world and quick to spot opportunities
h)I am good at managing complex processes and providing a strategic overview
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Part 5 : Working With Others

When Working With Others:

a)My capability for rational judgement ensures the right decisions are made
b)My thorough approach helps prevent avoidable mistakes
c)I am always ready to provide support to others in the interest of the whole group
d)I am prepared to face temporary unpopularity in order to get the team to meet targets
e)I am keen to investigate and communicate the latest trends and developments
f)I can get people to agree and work towards a shared objective
g)I am willing to take on essential tasks that others might not find interesting enough
h)I will be the one who contributes original ideas
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Part 6 : Regarding Meetings

Regarding Meetings:

a)I tend to concentrate on my own thoughts and ideas and sometimes lose track of general discussions
b)I dislike meetings which involve conflict and will hold back from introducing controversy
c)I have a tendency to interrupt proceedings to allow others with a valid viewpoint to have an equal say
d)I get concerned if the group agrees to a course of action without fully considering what might go wrong
e)I prefer to sit back, listen, observe and comment only on specific points
f)I have difficulty contributing effectively unless the meetings are well structured and controlled
g)I am apt to take command if I feel the meeting is not moving quickly towards decisive action
h)I always like to play an active part and talk about many points of interest
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Part 7 : Frustration With Colleagues

If I Get Frustrated With Colleagues it is Because:

a)They are too cautious
b)They make silly errors because of a lack of attention to detail
c)They don't take deadlines seriously enough
d)They are too pessimistic
e)They keep changing their minds
f)They are too regimented in their approach
g)They are resistant to change
h)They are too willing to take risks
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Part 8 : My Work Style

Others May Criticise My Work Style Because:

a)I like to challenge traditional approaches and experiment with new ways of doing things
b)I like to hear everybody's point of view even when others are pushing for a decision
c)I like to follow many lines of enquiry at once which can lead to some tasks being incomplete
d)I don't have the time or inclination to deal with the fine detail
e)I like to spend time getting to know all the specifics which can slow things down
f)I prefer to work in a systematic way even when others want to take short cuts
g)I don't allow rules and regulations to be bent to suit others' objectives
h)I can be a bit blunt and impatient when faced with objections to my way of doing things
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Part 9 : My Strengths

I Believe My Strengths Include:

a)Being pragmatic and maintaining a focus on what needs to be done
b)Organising others and getting groups to pull together for a shared objective
c)Creating an extended network and knowing where to go for crucial information
d)A strong analytical ability and attention to detail
e)The capability to take calculated risks to overcome obstacles
f)Being naturally diplomatic in order to overcome objections or conflict
g)Thinking outside the box and coming up with novel ideas
h)Being well organised and ensuring everything runs smoothly
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Part 10 : Serious Obstacles

When Faced With a Serious Obstacle:

a)I would stick to the main plan and work stepwise round the problem
b)I’ll find out what different people can do to help and delegate appropriately
c)I will work harder and longer to ensure that we do not fall behind schedule
d)I like to talk to as many people as possible to find ways of solving the problem
e)I prefer to face the issues head-on and take a positive lead
f)I would want to experiment with different possible solutions, no matter how strange some may seem
g)I will look back through all the information to find a way to break through
h)I'd actively support the people who showed the most positive approach
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Part 11 : My Job

I Enjoy My Job Most When:

a)I can delve into the detail and evaluate the choices to come up with the right decision
b)When I can give each task my full attention
c)I help improve working relations and am valued for my support
d)I beat the targets and achieve just rewards
e)Having delegated effectively I can see the plan coming to a successful conclusion
f)I am in a situation that stretches my imagination and allows me to be inventive
g)I meet new and interesting people
h)I have completed all tasks as planned, to high standard and of ahead of schedule
Total must equal 10 (Your total = 0)
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