Here are the results of another personality test that I had to take - again it is surprisingly accurate.
Drake Profile
Summary
You are very patient, dependable and steady. You possess a well-developed
sense of self-reliance and the ability to see the fundamental points in an
issue. When time or energy is wasted, you respond disapprovingly. Your warm and
friendly nature is best served in one-on-one relationships. You use persuasion
when influencing people to help you accomplish your goals.
Communication Style
Joshua, you are an attentive and perceptive listener. You tend to
be sensitive to other people's feelings. When speaking, you avoid conflict by
choosing your words carefully. You are especially skillful at maintaining
harmony. Your style of persuasion is diplomatic and tactful.
Also, Joshua, you use a diplomatic tone in order to work
peacefully with people. You do not intimidate others and, in turn, you do not
appreciate verbal intimidation.
Your style of communication is easy-going and indirect. You
express yourself in a calm, caring, and consistent manner.
Joshua, you feel that cooperation and teamwork are very important, and you set clear time frames to complete projects. You plan actions carefully, allow for time considerations, and maintain harmonious relations with colleagues.
You function best when reporting to a strong leader. You are good at prioritizing work, establishing routines, and getting things done on time.
Joshua, you feel that cooperation and teamwork are very important, and you set clear time frames to complete projects. You plan actions carefully, allow for time considerations, and maintain harmonious relations with colleagues.
You function best when reporting to a strong leader. You are good at prioritizing work, establishing routines, and getting things done on time.
Leadership Style
You perform your leadership role by accepting whatever comes your
way, by adjusting to it and then pushing ahead with persistence. You regard
timing as very important and this is reflected in your expertise in planning
and then in pursuing your goals. You freely delegate both authority and
details. You like to find new and different methods of accomplishing projects.
You require some time to be alone to think matters through.
Conscientiousness
You are able to identify with the requirements for self-discipline,
achievement orientation, and thoroughness in your work. You recognize the
necessity of fulfilling specific goals and obligations. You appreciate the
importance of planning and organization, even though your natural inclinations
are for non-detailed, strategic thinking. Your ability to focus on a specific
task is above average. Your positive personal motivation usually contributes to
your achievements.
Motivational Needs
Joshua, you tend to be motivated when your personal efforts
contribute to overall organizational goals. You prefer that your organization's
structure be secure and steady. You desire to work in an environment
distinguished by teamwork and compatibility. You are most productive in a
harmonious, cooperative, and stable work environment. You respond positively
when encouraged to use creativity in projects, and when there are no sudden
changes in pace or workload.
You can be demotivated if excessive pressure is exerted on you at the last minute. Personality conflicts among co-workers can negatively impact your productivity. You may be less motivated in environments of rapid or sudden change. You can be frustrated by unrealistic expectations, or by frequent interruptions.
You can be demotivated if excessive pressure is exerted on you at the last minute. Personality conflicts among co-workers can negatively impact your productivity. You may be less motivated in environments of rapid or sudden change. You can be frustrated by unrealistic expectations, or by frequent interruptions.
Primary Motivators
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An environment where there is
harmony and cooperation.
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A minimum of conflicts and a
steady, stable structure.
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A pace set for you with no sudden
or abrupt changes.
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Forewarning of changes so that
there is sufficient time to adjust.
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Encouragement in regard to
creativity.
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Knowing how your personal efforts
contribute to overall goals.
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Validation of self-worth.
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Primary Demotivators
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Constantly pressured at the last
minute.
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There are too many personality
conflicts.
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There are too many sudden changes.
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Expectations are too high and/or
not clear.
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