When discussing problems with my colleagues, I am usually more interested in their thoughts their feelings I prefer to work on projects where I follow a well-conceived plan make it up as I go My communications with others at work tend to be businesslike friendly My favorite way to generate ideas and solve problems is to brainstorm with others think it through myself If I worked at home, alone, I would probably miss interacting with others get more done because I wouldn't be bothered by others When making a decision, I generally seek input from others consider the various options in my own mind In handling others, I tend to be firm lenient In communicating ideas, I like to clearly state exactly what I mean use metaphors and analogies When there's a conflict of opinion in the office, I usually defend the point of view that seems logical try to facilitate a harmonious solution I prefer projects where I work closely with other people work mostly on my own I tend to be more interested in getting the task done the process by which the task will be completed Unplanned events in the workplace usually turn out to be nuisances unexpected opportunities for personal or professional growth My colleagues find me easy to approach somewhat reserved Others would probably view me as more rigid indecisive Once I've mastered a new skill, I usually like to perfect it through practice get bored and want to go on to something else I like new ideas only if they have practical application for their own sake After finishing a project, I like to take a little time to tie up loose ends move on quickly to something else In arguing a point, I am more inclined to give specific examples give general examples I like my work hours to be structured according to a regular schedule flexible Some people might see me as hard-nosed soft-hearted I feel most satisfied when I've just completed a project I'm just starting a new project I like to work on projects that allow me to apply existing skills learn new skills In solving problems, I tend to rely more on facts and examples insights and hunches When confronting subordinates or colleagues, I am more concerned with presenting the facts accurately making sure I don't hurt their feelings My colleagues would probably describe me as a dynamic team player a quiet, independent worker I prefer to work from project plans that are specific and detailed general and flexible When making a decision, I rely primarily on facts and figures consider others' feelings In giving a presentation, I tend to emphasize facts and figures concepts and ideas I prefer to reach a conclusion or decision quickly put off conclusions and decisions to keep my options open I am more logical than sentimental sentimental than logical When someone on my team misses their deadline, I usually get irritated try to help figure out how to extend the deadline If I disagree with a colleague, I am likely to state my disagreement openly and intellectually state my disagreement tactfully In meetings, I usually participate enthusiastically in discussion keep my thoughts to myself When reading a report, I pay more attention to the details the big picture At meetings, I prefer to finish as soon as possible so I can get back to work make sure everyone has a chance to be heard Most of the time, my office is neat and orderly somewhat cluttered When communicating with colleagues, I prefer to talk with them face-to-face send a memo or e-mail message When I encounter colleagues in the hall, I usually greet them and stop to chat for a moment keep moving so I don't get bogged down in conversation I prefer a boss who provides clear directions for completing my work provides general guidelines and lets me figure out how best to accomplish the work In a heated discussion, I vigorously defend my position look for opportunities to compromise It is more important to be just merciful If I were my own boss, I would put off play until the work is done play now and finish the work later In general, I am oriented to the present the future When running a meeting, I usually stick to the agenda keep the agenda flexible I like to feel that I have accomplished something am appreciated In my work environment, I prefer consistency and stability variety and change I prefer to spend my time applying ideas discussing ideas In applying standards, it is important to have the same expectations for everyone understand that for various reasons, people can't always meet the same expectations My colleagues would probably describe me as deliberate and serious spontaneous and easy-going I prefer to eat my lunch with several others by myself or with one close colleague My colleagues would probably describe me as realistic and practical imaginative and innovative I usually base plans more on what is practical now future possibilities I prefer my project deadlines to be well defined flexible My colleagues would probably describe me as cool and objective warm and sensitive In making decisions, I usually rely on reason, ignoring my values and feelings consider my feelings and values to be very important
