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Below you’ll find 3 types of personality practice questions: Self-Described statements, Likert Scale statements, and Most and Least statements with explanations and tips after each question.
If you are applying to a management position, you will likely take some kind of Leadership Assessment Test such as the Korn Ferry Leadership Assessment, and the Amazon Leadership Principles
Self-described statements are a common type of question used in personality tests for employment. In these questions, you're presented with a series of statements and asked to rate the extent to which each statement applies to you. These statements often describe various personality traits, work habits, preferences, or behaviors. Try to answer the following personality test questions.
1. Order these words or phrases based on how well they describe you.
Answer:
When answering this kind of question, you share how you see yourself. So, aim to show your good points but don't brag. Think about three things when you do this: what qualities the job needs, which description fits you best, and how you want others to see you.
For instance, if the job is about leading meetings and making presentations, being a "Fluent speaker" should be a top trait. But if the job involves meeting clients and making deals, being "Easy to get along with" should be most important.
Self-described personality statements are used in the Saville Wave Professional Styles Test, the McQuaig Word Survey, and the PI Behavioral Test.
2. Order these words or phrases based on how others viewed you in your previous role.
Answer:
For this kind of personality test question, you should share what you believe others think of you. It's important to stay unbiased and not praise yourself too much or be too hard on yourself. Think about what's important for the job you're talking about.
For instance, for a firefighter position, putting "Safety first" should be the top priority. But if it's a sales job, then "Enjoying being around people" should be most important.
3. Which of the statements describes you best?
Answer:
For this kind of question, you should pick the option that suits you the most from three good choices. It might look simple, but remember, the options you don't pick also tell us something about you.
So, pick the one that not only reflects who you are but also fits what your job needs and matches the way the company does things.
💡Tip: There might be times when you find multiple traits that seem right for you, and other times when none of the options feel like a perfect match. Since this is a test of your personality, every choice and ranking you make reveals something about you. So, be flexible and adjust your answers accordingly.
Self-Described statements are a series of statements regarding your behaviors and tendencies. Your task is to prioritize these statements from most to least accurate, sometimes reflecting your own perception and other times considering how others perceive you. You can find more self self-described statements in the JobTestPrep PrepPack.
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Likert scale personality statements are a type of personality test questions commonly used. They will present you with a series of statements and ask you to indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with each statement. Practice with the following free personality test.
1. I'm someone who looks at the overall situation and doesn't get too caught up in the minor details.
Answer:
The key qualities for this question are being creative and having a good strategy. These qualities are important for people applying for leadership roles such as team leaders, department heads, and campaign managers. But, they are not as important for jobs that need a close eye on small details, like accountants, analysts, and proofreaders.
Think about the job you're applying for; if you want to be a team leader, it's better to pick "Agree". For jobs that need careful attention to detail and a focus on the small things, choose either "Disagree" or "Neither".
The Hogan Personality Inventory Test, Gallup StrengthsFinder Test, and Korn Ferry Assessment use Likert Scale personality questions.
2. I frequently introduce people to one another.
1 - Strongly Disagree
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7 - Strongly Agree
Answer:
The two key qualities related to this question are being friendly and social. These qualities are very important for people applying for jobs in business development, diplomacy, or international relations.
But for jobs where you work more by yourself, like in programming or design, these qualities aren't as crucial. Think about the job you want when answering this question. If you're going for a diplomatic job, picking 6 or 7 might be best. For jobs that don't need a lot of social skills, picking between 2 and 5 could work.
It's worth mentioning that most jobs need some level of social skills, so the best answer depends a lot on the specific job and what the employer values. It's a good idea to do a little research before taking the test.
3. I keep a laid-back attitude at work and during my leisure time.
1 - Strongly Disagree
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7 - Strongly Agree
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The key qualities related to this question are self-discipline and steadiness. These qualities are important for people applying for nearly all types of jobs, such as management, customer support, nursing, bus driving, police work, and more.
It's a good idea to rate yourself as average or better in these general positive skills. But keep in mind that once you get the job, you'll need to show that you truly have these traits, so be real and don't exaggerate.
💡Tip: Stay consistent. Likert Scale questions like these can be repetitive and might come up again with different wording. Make sure to remember your answers and what they reveal about you. You don't want to give conflicting responses.
Likert Scale statements assess your behaviors and preferences. When responding, you'll need to gauge the degree to which you agree or disagree with each statement, using a scale ranging from strongly agree to strongly disagree. For additional Likert Scale questions, explore the JobTestPrep preparation pack.
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Most and least personality statements are another type of question commonly used in personality tests. In these questions, you are asked to choose the option that best represents the characteristic you believe describes you most and least accurately. Take a look at the following examples and free personality test questions.
1. Please pick one statement that fits you best and one that fits you least.
Answer:
The statements above relate to different job skills.
Here's a breakdown of these skills:
"People usually seem happy when they see me"
Being friendly, wanting attention and recognition.
"I often make tough problems simpler by dividing them into smaller parts"
Being proactive, coming up with ideas.
"When I think about how things will feel, I can almost feel it myself"
Being empathetic, being unique.
"I make sure others follow rules"
Being assertive, being straightforward.
You should pick "Most" for the skill that's most important for the job and "Least" for the one that's not as needed.
So, if the job needs you to work well with others, highlight your social and teamwork skills. For example, choose "People usually seem happy when they see me" as your "Most."
But, the statement "I make sure others follow the rules" might seem a bit too controlling in a team setting, so it might be a good "Least" in this situation.
2. Please select one statement that fits you the most and one that fits you the least.
Answer:
Each statement above links to one or two job skills.
Here's a look at those skills:
- I usually observe people closely - Being in charge
- I think a lot before I speak - Being thoughtful, having self-discipline and steadiness
- I write down what I need before I go shopping - Being organized and planning well
- I find it easy to sell things - Being persuasive, being customer-friendly
It's best to choose "Most" for the skill that's most important for the job you want, and "Least" for the skill that's less important for that job.
So, if you're applying for a job in customer service, highlight your communication and people skills by picking "I think a lot before I speak" as your "Most." While "I find it easy to sell things" might seem right, it could come off as too confident, so it's better not to choose it at all.
Why not pick it for "Least"? It depends on the other choices. Customer service jobs often require being a good team player and not too dominant. So, in this specific case, "I usually observe people closely," which is about being in charge, would be chosen as "Least."
3. Please pick one statement that fits you best and one that fits you least.
Answer:
Each statement above links to one or two job skills.
Let's break down those skills:
- I enjoy examining and assessing information - Being analytical
- I'm good at making deals - Being thoughtful and in charge
- I aim to be in a leadership role - Being ambitious and confident
- I always budget my spending ahead of time - Thinking ahead and planning
The best answer for questions like these varies depending on the job you want. You should choose "Most" for the statement that shows the most important skills for the job, and "Least" for the statement that shows skills that aren't as needed.
So, if you're going for a management job, highlight your ability to lead, control, and solve problems by picking "I'm good at making deals" as your "Most." While being ambitious and confident is important for a manager, saying "I aim to be in a leadership role" might seem too forceful, so it could be a good "Least."
💡Tip: Don't aim for perfection! Opting for "least like me" for every negative statement or less relevant aspect of the job might come across as insincere, because you're human, after all. To avoid this, occasionally select some less significant and less desirable qualities, as long as they don't conflict with the fundamental job requirements you're aiming for.
Most and Least consist of statements concerning different personality traits. You'll need to determine which statement best describes you and which one describes you the least. For additional questions regarding most and least statements, refer to the JobTestPrep PrepPack.
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