CORPORATE CULTURE PROFILE

CHECK YOUR CAREER ENVIRONMENT PREFERENCE

If you find yourself in an environment that isn't compatible with your preferences the result is career dissatisfaction. Here's a short quiz to help you identify your optimal environment.

Please rank each of the following statements by placing a "2" in the box next to the statement that comes closest to expressing your opinion of what would attract you most about a new position. Place a "1" in the box next to the statement that comes next closest and a "0" in the box that is least appealing.

1. A new job would be most attractive to me if it provided:

( ) A. Frequent salary increases.
( ) B. Ample opportunity for a say in organizational direction and plans.
( ) C. An opportunity to do meaningful work.

 2. A new job would be most attractive to me if it provided:

( ) A. Increased responsibility.
( ) B. A performance-based incentive plan.
( ) C. Challenging work.

3. A new job would be most attractive to me if it provided:

( ) A. An atmosphere of innovation and creativity.
( ) B. Ample promotion potential.
( ) C. A chance to share in organizational profits. (profit sharing)

4. A new job would be most attractive to me if it provided:

( ) A. Liberal benefits.
( ) B. Autonomy and independence.
( ) C. Greater status in the organization.

5. A new job would be most attractive to me if it provided:

( ) A. Opportunities for personal development and growth.
( ) B. A liberal stock purchase plan.
( ) C. Greater control over people and things.

6. A new job would be most attractive to me if it provided:

( ) A. An attractive pension plan.
( ) B. Considerable flexibility and reduced controls.
( ) C. A higher level of status.

7. A new job would be most attractive to me if it provided:

( ) A. A rapid advancement potential.
( ) B. Considerable flexibility and reduced controls.
( ) C. A liberal annual bonus.

8. A new job would be most attractive to me if it provided:

( ) A. Frequent cost of living increases.
( ) B. Clearly defined career path.
( ) C. A variety of tasks and projects.