Gift Assessments - Openness
What’s your OQ (Openness Quotient)? Answer the following seven questions and discover your opportunity for improvement.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
1. In the first 30 days of employment, I spend time with new hires and learn about their family, personal interests and goals.
- A.
Rarely
- B.
Sometimes
- C.
Always
Correct Answer
A. RarelyExplanation
The given correct answer is "Rarely." This implies that the person does not often spend time with new hires in the first 30 days of employment to learn about their family, personal interests, and goals. They may not prioritize getting to know their colleagues on a personal level or may have limited opportunities to do so.Rate this question:
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- 2.
1. My direct reports expect me to spend time with them each week reviewing work issues.
- A.
Rarely
- B.
Sometimes
- C.
Always
Correct Answer
A. RarelyExplanation
The statement suggests that the direct reports have an expectation for the person to spend time with them each week reviewing work issues. However, the correct answer "Rarely" indicates that this expectation is not met frequently. This implies that the person does not regularly dedicate time to review work issues with their direct reports, possibly leading to a lack of communication and collaboration within the team.Rate this question:
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- 3.
1. My colleagues (other leaders) would say that I am very open to hearing a different point of view.
- A.
Rarely
- B.
Sometimes
- C.
Always
Correct Answer
A. RarelyExplanation
The given statement suggests that the person is not open to hearing a different point of view often. This means that they are not receptive to other perspectives and may be more closed-minded in their approach. This can hinder effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.Rate this question:
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- 4.
1. I believe my most important work task is to bring out the best in the people I lead.
- A.
Rarely
- B.
Sometimes
- C.
Always
Correct Answer
A. RarelyExplanation
The given statement suggests that the person believes their most important work task is to bring out the best in the people they lead. However, they only do this rarely, indicating that they do not prioritize this task consistently. This could imply that they may not invest enough time or effort in supporting and developing their team members, which could potentially hinder their growth and performance.Rate this question:
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- 5.
1. I value having employees who have diverse work backgrounds.
- A.
Rarely
- B.
Sometimes
- C.
Always
Correct Answer
A. RarelyExplanation
This answer suggests that the person does not value having employees with diverse work backgrounds. They may prefer a more homogeneous workforce or believe that diverse work backgrounds are not important for the success of the company.Rate this question:
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- 6.
1. My employees believe I have a personal interest in their families and their well being.
- A.
Rarely
- B.
Sometimes
- C.
Always
Correct Answer
A. RarelyExplanation
The correct answer is "Rarely." This suggests that the employees do not perceive the person as having a personal interest in their families and well-being. It implies that the person may not prioritize or show genuine concern for their employees' personal lives and overall welfare.Rate this question:
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- 7.
1. I am keenly aware of my prejudice on every level i.e., race, gender, ethnicity, age, religion, background.
- A.
Rarely
- B.
Sometimes
- C.
Always
Correct Answer
A. RarelyExplanation
The correct answer is "Rarely." This suggests that the person is not often aware of their prejudice on any level, including race, gender, ethnicity, age, religion, and background.Rate this question:
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Feb 11, 2014Quiz Created by
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