Wisdom Quiz (short version)

Wisdom guides how and when you apply your expertise. It is reflected in how you make choices, interact with others, and respond to your environment. This survey will help you explore your traits, a combination of 12 distinct types represented by the mind, the soul, the body, and the community. The results will help you reflect further on your natural tendencies and channel your wisdom more effectively in your work.

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There are nine questions that ask you to choose one statement that most closely matches your natural tendencies and behavior. Reflect on how you prefer to make choices and typically behave--not necessarily how others expect you to be, or how you wish you were.

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* 1. Which statement best describes you?

I often voice the moral implications of a decision.

I encourage people to work as a group where diverse perspectives can generate more effective ideas.

I am more likely to seek expertise and apply good judgment to a problem rather than follow convention.

Before taking action, I consider the feelings and wellbeing of other people.

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* 2. Which statement best describes you?

I prioritize the wellbeing of individuals, society, and the environment over success.

I engage in open dialogue to discuss issues, seeking the collective wisdom provided by different viewpoints.

I rely on my experience and insights to approach an issue.

I am good at understanding and managing my emotions.

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* 3. Which statement best describes you?

My colleagues would say my actions are consistent with the best interests of others.

My colleagues would say I create synergy among individuals, allowing a shared understanding to emerge.

My peers would agree I have a lot of knowledge and insight.

My colleagues would agree that I navigate workplace interactions skillfully.

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* 4. Which statement best describes you?

I apply reason and good judgment to real-life, day-to-day problems.

I honor the culture and traditions of my community.

I apply critical thinking and analysis to make choices rather than rely on a sense of what is right.

I find answers through deep meditation, spiritual reflection, or mystical experiences.

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* 5. Which statement best describes you?

My peers would agree that I balance different perspectives and competing values to make good decisions.

I make choices that are consistent with the expectations of my organization and colleagues.

I dissect a complex problem to determine its root cause before considering responses.

I make choices that respect the interconnectedness of individuals, groups, and their environment.

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* 6. Which statement best describes you?

Other people trust me to handle everyday situations that need to be addressed.

To solve a difficult problem, I seek the opinions and insights of my peers and colleagues.

I have been told I am a critical thinker who is good at problem-solving.

I often discern things beyond physical evidence or logic.

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* 7. Which statement best describes you?

I often discern things beyond physical evidence or logic.

I typically seek solutions that promise long-term sustainability over ones that provide immediate but disruptive growth.

In making choices, I take time to consider all compelling options rather than quickly accept the option proposed by an authority.

I find connections and patterns in the world to help me understand events and make informed decisions.

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* 8. Which statement best describes you?

I work best with others when it is a good fit with my personal goals.

I work in a way that balances organizational goals with human needs and environmental well-being.

It is easy for me to accept that there may be no good solution to a problem.

I make the best of challenging situations, because all things have a purpose.

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* 9. Which statement best describes you?

My colleagues would say I have a shrewd understanding of workplace politics.

My peers would say I am good at mediating between different entities to help them interact effectively.

My colleagues would say I remain detached and level-headed in the face of a challenge.

I seek guidance from people who have greater wisdom.

That is it for the survey. Are you ready for your results?

After you click "Done," your responses and an explanation will be displayed. Print the page for a record of the results. Once you leave the page, you cannot return.

If you want to be contacted, leave your information in the following questions.

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* 10. What is your name?

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* 11. At what email address would you like to be contacted?

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* 12. What is your organization?

This short wisdom survey is designed to help individuals identify the general wisdom category of their strongest traits. A more robust audit can be administered to your organization for insights into specific wisdom types, leadership styles, and group dynamics. Contact Back Porch Consulting at www.backporchconsulting.net for more information.