According to this test: I'm lazy and dishonest. Here is why I am sharing the results anyways.

My Personality in 5 Dimensions

After listening to the James Damore episode on the Joe Rogan Podcast, I thought it would be a good idea to find an online free test to find out more about myself using this 5 dimension personality matrix. James Damore is the Google engineer that wrote a manifesto about women in Tech and why un-conscious biases may not be the only reason for gender gap in professions. While I'll leave out my opinions on the article for another day, one word that received criticism from the article was Neuroticism. Not to be confused with the negative word neurotic, neuroticism is the term used to describe dimension of personality that handles stress. The five categories dimension are: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Neuroticism, and Agreeableness.

So I took the test and thought it would be a great idea to share the results here on LinkedIn! I am proud of who I am and being my authentic self has been working in my video content so why stop there? This point was also further driven home by a post from Luke Marlow this morning in which he spoke about using personality tests when hiring to make sure to match an individual with the job and environment that bests suits their personality. What's funny is a lot of times people are completely un-aware of their own tenancies and traits. With all the tools available to us, there is no excuse to not research yourself a bit more deeply.

After seeing the results, a lot of the score were expected but some where eye opening. I think that it is not good one way or another how you score on this test. There is no right or wrong answer. Simply knowing yourself and your natural tendency more good can only come from. Embracing who you are and sharing it with the world is one of my major themes so I figured it would be against my 'brand' to try to hide these results based on fear of how people would interpret them.

Here is a quick summary of who I am broken down into the five styles: cognitive, organizational, energy, stress management, and interpersonal style.

My cognitive style is... Pragmatic

In my thinking, I strike a balance between creativity and practicality. I can be imaginative when the situation calls for it, but never so much that my head is lost in the clouds. On the other hand, I am also able to think through the practical concerns of a situation, and be a hard-headed realist when the need arises.

My organizational style is... Flexible

I tend to go with the flow and take life as it comes. I am not a planner, preferring instead to see how things shape up before deciding on a course of action. I may sometimes be distractible and impulsive, and neglect to set long-term goals. But when it comes to enjoying life, I always win the prize.

My energy style is... Extraverted

I enjoy being around other people and get a kick out of socializing. I tend to be gregarious, reaching out to others to make friends and connect. I am often talkative and know how to attract (and keep) the attention of a group. I enjoy parties and social events, and like meeting new people.

My stress management style is... Resilient

I deal with stress well and respond effectively to most of the hurdles in life. I do not easily become depressed, anxious, or angry. I can maintain a cool head in situations that set others off. I tend to take an optimistic approach to life, trusting myself to manage challenges and difficulties.

My interpersonal style is... Competitive

I generally see other people as competition and make an effort to come out on top. It’s important to me to be intelligent and quick on my feet so that I don’t miss out on opportunities to better my situation. I can be argumentative and may struggle in environments where I'm expected to be a “team player.”

My Scores on All 30 Personality Traits

Now let's go into depth to describe my personality. Below are my scores on 30 distinct personality traits, organized by the Big 5 personality dimensions of Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Neuroticism, and Agreeableness.

1. Openness Traits

The 6 traits below relate to my level of Openness. Openness is a broad dimension of personality describing your tendency to think in terms of ideas and abstractions. People high in Openness tend to be creative, imaginative, and progressive. People low in Openness tend to be practical, concrete, and traditional.

Imagination

My level of imagination is high.

To imaginative individuals, the real world is often too plain and ordinary. High scorers on this scale use fantasy as a way of creating a richer, more interesting world. Low scorers on this scale are more oriented to facts than fantasy.

Artistic Interests

My level of artistic interests is about average.

High scorers on this scale love beauty, both in art and in nature. They become easily involved and absorbed in artistic and natural events. They are not necessarily artistically trained nor talented, although many will be. The defining features of this scale are interest in, and appreciation of natural and artificial beauty. Low scorers lack aesthetic sensitivity and interest in the arts.

Emotionality

My level of emotionality is low.

Persons high on Emotionality have good access to and awareness of their own feelings. Low scorers are less aware of their feelings and tend not to express their emotions openly.

Adventurousness

My level of adventurousness is high.

High scorers on adventurousness are eager to try new activities, travel to foreign lands, and experience different things. They find familiarity and routine boring, and will take a new route home just because it is different. Low scorers tend to feel uncomfortable with change and prefer familiar routines.

Intellectual Interests

My level of intellectual interest is about average.

Intellectual and artistic interests are the two most important, central aspects of openness to experience, as they examine a person's tendency to enjoy abstract ideas.

High scorers on this facet love to play with ideas. They are open to new and unusual ideas, and like to debate intellectual issues. They enjoy riddles, puzzles, and brain teasers. Low scorers prefer dealing with either people or things rather than ideas. They regard intellectual exercises as a waste of time.

Intellectual Interest should not be equated with intelligence. This facet of personality describes an intellectual style, not an intellectual ability.

Liberalism

Your level of liberalism is about average.

Psychological liberalism refers to a readiness to challenge authority, convention, and traditional values. In its most extreme form, psychological liberalism can even represent outright hostility toward rules, sympathy for law-breakers, and love of ambiguity, chaos, and disorder. Psychological conservatives prefer the security and stability brought by conformity to tradition. Psychological liberalism and conservatism are not identical to political affiliation, but certainly incline individuals toward certain political parties.

2. Conscientiousness Traits

The 6 traits below relate to my level of Conscientiousness. Conscientiousness is a broad dimension of personality that describes your tendency to persist toward a goal. High scores tend to be determined, hardworking, and reliable. Low scorers tend to be spontaneous, impulsive, and flexible.

Self-Efficacy

My level of self-efficacy is high.

Self-Efficacy describes confidence in one's ability to accomplish things. High scorers believe they have the intelligence (common sense), drive, and self-control necessary for achieving success. Low scorers do not feel effective, and may have a sense that they are not in control of their lives.

Orderliness

My level of orderliness is low.

Persons with high scores on orderliness are well-organized. They like to live according to routines and schedules. They keep lists and make plans. Low scorers tend to be disorganized and scattered.

Dutifulness

My level of dutifulness is low.

This scale reflects the strength of a person's sense of duty and obligation. Those who score high on this scale have a strong sense of moral obligation. Low scorers find contracts, rules, and regulations overly confining. They are likely to be seen as unreliable or even irresponsible.

 

Achievement-Striving

My level of achievement striving is about average.

Individuals who score high on this scale strive hard to achieve excellence. Their drive to be recognized as successful keeps them on track towards their lofty goals. They often have a strong sense of direction in life, but extremely high scorers may be too single-minded and obsessed with their work. Low scorers are content to get by with a minimal amount of work, and might be seen by others as lazy. 

Cautiousness

My level of cautiousness is low.

Cautiousness describes the disposition to think through possibilities before acting. High scorers on the Cautiousness scale take their time when making decisions. Low scorers often say or do the first thing that comes to mind without deliberating alternatives and the probable consequences of those alternatives. 

3. Extraversion Traits

The 6 traits below relate to my level of Extraversion. Extraversion is a broad dimension of personality that describes your style of gaining and managing energy. People high in Extraversion tend to be outgoing, energetic, and sociable. People low in Extraversion (a.k.a. Introverts) tend to be reserved, calm, and independent.

Friendliness

My level of friendliness is about average. 

Friendly people genuinely like other people and openly demonstrate positive feelings towards others. They make friends quickly and it is easy for them to form close, intimate relationships. Low scorers on Friendliness are not necessarily cold and hostile, but they do not reach out to others and are perceived as distant and reserved.

Gregariousness

My level of gregariousness is high. 

Gregarious people find the company of others pleasantly stimulating and rewarding. They also enjoy the excitement of crowds. Low scorers tend to feel overwhelmed by, and therefore actively avoid, large crowds. They do not necessarily dislike being with people sometimes, but their need for privacy and time to themselves is much greater than for individuals who score high on this scale. 

Assertiveness

My level of assertiveness is high. 

High scorers on Assertiveness like to speak out, take charge, and direct the activities of others. They tend to be leaders in groups. Low scorers tend not to talk much and let others control the activities of groups. 

Activity Level

My activity level is about average. 

Active individuals lead fast-paced, busy lives. They move about quickly, energetically, and vigorously, and they are involved in many activities. People who score low on this scale follow a slower and more leisurely, relaxed pace. 

Excitement-Seeking

My level of excitement-seeking is high. 

High scorers on this scale are easily bored without high levels of stimulation. They love bright lights and hustle and bustle. They are likely to take risks and seek thrills. Low scorers are overwhelmed by noise and commotion and are adverse to thrill-seeking. 

Cheerfulness

My level of positive emotions is high.

This scale measures positive mood and feelings, not negative emotions (which are a part of the Neuroticism domain). Individuals who score high on this scale typically experience a range of positive feelings, including happiness, enthusiasm, optimism, and joy. Low scorers are not as prone to such energetic, high spirits. 

4. Neuroticism Traits

The following 6 traits relate to my level of Neuroticism. Neuroticism is a broad dimension of personality that describes your response to stress. High scorers tend to react with anger, depression, anxiety, and other negative emotions when under stress. Low scorers tend to be resilient and deal with stress easily.

What's funny is I score extremely low in all categories of Neuroticism with the exception of Immoderation. That I can attest to. I am not afraid to eat an entire gallon of ice-cream. I do realize that this is a bit of a self control issue.

Anxiety

My level of anxiety is low.

The "fight-or-flight" system of the brain of anxious individuals is too easily and too often engaged. Therefore, people who are high in anxiety often feel like something dangerous is about to happen. They may be afraid of specific situations or be just generally fearful. They feel tense, jittery, and nervous. Individuals low in Anxiety are generally calm and fearless. 

Anger

My level of anger is low. 

Persons who score high in Anger feel enraged when things do not go their way. They are sensitive about being treated fairly and feel resentful and bitter when they feel they are being cheated. This scale measures the tendency to feel angry; whether or not the person expresses annoyance and hostility depends on the individual's level on Agreeableness. Low scorers do not get angry often or easily. 

Depression

My level of depression is low. 

This scale measures the tendency to feel sad, dejected, and discouraged. High scorers lack energy and have difficulty initiating activities. Low scorers tend to be free from these depressive feelings. 

Self-Consciousness

My level or self-consciousness is low. 

Self-conscious individuals are sensitive about what others think of them. Their concern about rejection and ridicule cause them to feel shy and uncomfortable abound others. They are easily embarrassed and often feel ashamed. Their fear that others will criticize or make fun of them are exaggerated and unrealistic, but their awkwardness and discomfort may make these fears a self-fulfilling prophecy. Low scorers, in contrast, do not suffer from the mistaken impression that everyone is watching and judging them. They do not feel nervous in social situations. 

Immoderation

My level of immoderation is high. 

Immoderate individuals feel strong cravings and urges that they have difficulty resisting. They tend to be oriented toward short-term pleasures and rewards rather than long-term consequences. Low scorers do not experience strong, irresistible cravings and consequently do not find themselves tempted to overindulge. 

Vulnerability

My level of vulnerability is low. 

High scorers on Vulnerability experience panic, confusion, and helplessness when under pressure or stress. Low scorers feel more poised, confident, and clear-thinking when stressed. 

5. Agreeableness Traits

The following 6 traits relate to my level of Agreeableness. Agreeableness is a broad dimension of personality that describes your inclination to get along with others. Agreeable people tend to be cooperative, compassionate, and concerned with harmonious relationships. Disagreeable people tend to be competitive, challenging, and concerned with their own self-interest.

Trust

My level of trust is low.

A person with high trust assumes that most people are fair, honest, and have good intentions. Persons low in trust see others as selfish, devious, and potentially dangerous.

Honesty

My level of honesty is low.

High scorers on this scale see no need for pretense or manipulation when dealing with others and are therefore candid, frank, and sincere. Low scorers believe that a certain amount of deception in social relationships is necessary. People find it relatively easy to relate to the straightforward high-scorers on this scale. They generally find it more difficult to relate to the un-straightforward low-scorers on this scale.

Altruism

My level of altruism is low.

Altruistic people find helping other people genuinely rewarding. Consequently, they are generally willing to assist those who are in need. Altruistic people find that doing things for others is a form of self-fulfillment rather than self-sacrifice. Low scorers on this scale do not particularly like helping those in need. Requests for help feel like an imposition rather than an opportunity for self-fulfillment.

Cooperation

My level of cooperation is high.

Individuals who score high on this scale dislike confrontations. They are perfectly willing to compromise or to deny their own needs in order to get along with others. Those who score low on this scale are more likely to intimidate others to get their way.

Modesty

My level of modesty is low.

High scorers on this scale do not like to claim that they are better than other people. In some cases this attitude may derive from low self-confidence or self-esteem. Nonetheless, some people with high self-esteem find immodesty unseemly. Those who are willing to describe themselves as superior tend to be seen as disagreeably arrogant by other people.

Sympathy

My level of sympathy is low.

People who score high on this scale are tenderhearted and compassionate. They feel the pain of others vicariously and are easily moved to pity. Low scorers are not affected strongly by human suffering. They pride themselves on making objective judgments based on reason. They are more concerned with truth and impartial justice than with mercy.

Conclusion

Thank you all for reading this article. You can take the test yourself at the link below! It's a 300 question test and it's free! It takes 15-30 minutes to complete. Share your results on LinkedIn and tag me!

https://www.truity.com/test/300-question-personality-test

Love you all #LinkedInFam!

Zack Scriven