Personality Spectrum

Joyce bishop, Ph.D. (1997)

Step 1. Rank in all four responses to each question from most like you (4), to least like you (1). Place 1, 2,
3, or 4 in each box next to the responses.

1. I like instructions who

a. tell me exactly what b. make learning active c. maintain a safe and d. challenge me to think
is expected of me and exciting supportive classroom higher level

2. I learn best when the materials is

a. well organized b. something I can do c. about understanding d. intellectually
hands on improving the human challenging
condition

3. A high priority in life is to

a. keep my b. experience a much c. make difference in d. understand how
commitment of life as possible the lives of others things work

4. Other people think of me as

a. Dependable and b. Dynamic and creative c. Caring and honest d. Intelligent and
loyal inventive

5. When I experience stress, I would most likely

a. Do something to help b. Do something c. Talked with a friend d. go off by myself and
me feel more in control physical and daring think about my
of my lie my situation

6. The greatest flaw someone can have is to be

a. irresponsible b. unwilling to try new c. selfish and unkind d. an illogical thinker
things

7. My vacation could be best described as

a. traditional b. adventuresome c. pleasing to others d. a new learning
experience

8. One word that best described me is

a. sensible b. spontaaneous c. giving d. analytical

Step 2. Add up the total for each column.

ORGANIZER ADVENTURE GIVER THINKER
When you have tallied all your scores, plot them in figure 2-1 to create a visual representation of your
spectrum.

Your Personality Spectrum assessment can help you maximize your functioning at school and at
work. Each personality type has its own abilities that improve your work and school performance, suitable
learning techniques and ways of relating interpersonal relationships.

Table 2-1. Personality Spectrum at School and Work.

Personality Strength at School &Work Interpersonal Relationships

 Can efficiently manage heavy work loads  Loyal
Organizer  Good organizational skills  Dependable
 Natural leadership  traditional
 Adaptable to most changes  Free
Adventurer  Creative and skillful  Exciting
 Dynamic and fast-paced  Intense
 Always willing to help others  Giving
Giver  Honest and sincere  Romantic
 Good people skills  Warm
 Good analytical skills  Quite
Thinker  Can develop complex designs  Good problem solver
 Is thorough and exact  inventive