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MA² Personality Test
MA² LLC
Alison Tubay, Ashley Borja,
Madlen Zamfirova & Mandy Maloney
Elmhurst College
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The MAPT
Previous Research:
Many organizations seek to hire individuals that are successful not only at their assigned job
tasks, but also socially within the organization’s community. Although research has been
conducted to find out what contributing factors make a good employee, one aspect is often
overlooked; culture fit. Cultural fit between an individual and the organization should be
determined prior to hiring rather than after. Cornelius, Booker, Arthur, Reeves, & Morgan
(2004) explored the impact culture fit had on organizational success. The study concluded that
organizations that had attempted to hire employees based on their personality fit within the
organization had a higher retention rate than those that hired on job skill alone. Similarly,
Heathfield (2016) found that culture fit had a direct-link to job retention. Organizations that
determined a potential employee’s culture fit based on said organization’s beliefs and values had
a heavy influence on retention rates (Assessing Organizational Culture, 2016). These studies are
examples that job skills are not the only thing to consider when hiring employees. It is therefore
important we begin to identify and develop a way to determine if an individual is a good fit for
the intended hiring organization.
 
Determining culture fit can be a confusing task. First, one must determine what the culture of the
organization is. Then, one must determine if a potential employee matches those set values
and/or beliefs. It was from this confusion that the concept of the MA² Personality Test (MAPT)
was created. The goal of the MAPT was to assess an organization's culture to determine which
constructs were most essential for successful employees to have. Those constructs are then used
to measure an individual's fit in an organization by seeing how high they score on each construct.
Differing from existing tests of its kind, the purpose of the initial culture assessment within the
MAPT would be for organizations to better understand their own culture and values.
About the test:
The MAPT was first developed in 2013 by MA², LLC. A retention issue was becoming apparent
with many of our clients, so we developed a tool that would not only be helpful in determining
the true values and beliefs of the organization, but also utilizing those same values and beliefs in
a personality test to aid in hiring the right individuals. The utility of the tool is for hiring
purposes only. If results from this test are used for developmental reasons, the results may be
more harmful than helpful (Shultz, Whitney & Zickar, 2014).
It was critical for us to remember that each organization has separate and specific sets of values,
beliefs, and ingrained behavioral patterns that characterize it. With that knowledge, we knew
that we could not create a universal test that would function effectively from organization to
organization; instead, we decided to make it adaptable. Although the process of the test is the
same for each organization, it is the initial assessment that makes this test unique. It was
important to determine the fit between a person and an organization during selection and hiring
processes to see if values between the two match up. We did this by interviewing 4 top
executives from the given organization to determine what behaviors were essential for an
employee to have. The CEO, Vice-President, Human Resources Director, and Chief Financial
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Officer were used in the cultural assessment to determine their organization’s essential
constructs. If a company did not have anyone working one of these specific positions, a person
in equivalent standing would be used. Typically, receiving input from more subject matter
experts (SMEs) would be more beneficial, however when trying to get to the core of the
organization, it can be more useful to start with the top executives to see their vision of what
their employees should exhibit. During this interview, we worked with the executives to create a
competency model, which described the different behaviors they would hope for a future
employee to portray (Jeanneret & Silzer, 1998). A portion of this competency model can be
viewed in Appendix A of the Test Manual.
Based on the constructs and behaviors determined from the competency model, the MAPT is
constructed. We develop 50 questions, 10 questions per construct, which are used to measure
how much of each personality construct a potential employee possesses. Each question is close-
ended and written at an 8th
grade reading level to keep responses simple and comprehension of
the questions at an easy level (Shultz et al., 2014). The response choices range from 1 (disagree)
to 3 (agree). These numerical values are used to calculate scores for each individual construct, as
well as an overall score across all constructs. An applicant is required to obtain a certain
minimum score in order to be considered for the position and asked back for a follow-up
interview. We used the Angoff method to determine these cut-off scores. We had the same 4
top executives create a description of what a minimally competent person (MCP) would be based
off of the job analysis that they had created. They then were asked to go through each test item
and determine the probability that an MCP would answer that item correctly, or the way they
wanted (Shultz et al., 2014). The probabilities were then averaged and used to create the cutoff
scores distinguishing the score levels of high, moderate, and low (Shultz et al., 2014). Specific
items were posed negatively so that individuals did not rush through the test; these items should
be reversely scored. At the completion of the test, each individual will receive a score, high,
moderate, or low for each personality construct, and the organization will receive an overall
score for the individual, scoring high, moderate, or low for all of the constructs as a whole. Both
the individual and the organization will also receive a detailed description of what the scoring
means.
Descriptive statistics were conducted to evaluate the MAPT. The test measures inter-individual
differences because we are comparing multiple people on the same constructs to see which
individual is the best fit for the job (Shultz et al., 2014). Through over 200 analyses of the test
with past clients, the internal consistency reliability between test questions yielded results of .82.
This finding supports the claim that our test is a reliable measure of personality. If the internal
consistency value was any higher, there may be an issue with questions being redundant or too
similar with other items in the test (Schultz et al., 2014). Similar to the internal consistency of
the test, the internal validity reported a measure of .75, making this test not only reliable, but also
valid. Due to both the reliability and validity tests receiving accurate scores, this test can be used
with certainty in the testing of personality constructs.
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MA² Personality Test:
Assessor Manual
March 2016
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Overview of the Assessors Responsibilities
Introduction:
The MA² Personality Test (MAPT) works to provide hiring professionals a systematic tool to
help determine person-job fit for their company. The MAPT evaluates five specific personality
constructs, which are defined by top executives at Eureka:
1. Reliability: individual can be held accountable by their coworkers and themselves for
their actions. They are punctual, display infrequent absenteeism, and can be trusted to
follow through with their commitments.
2. Commitment: individual should complete required tasks and meet deadlines. They
should feel a strong sense of dedication to their work and the company as a whole.
Committed individuals should maintain an internal motivation to succeed, despite any
obstacles that present themselves.
3. Vision: individuals should value the mission of the organization and put effort into
progressing its worth through the design and development of their own ideas. They
should enjoy thinking outside of the box and should not be afraid to take risks.
4. Openness: individuals are able to compromise and incorporate others’ ideas with their
own. They should be open to change, be excited about finding new ways to do things,
and display a level of curiosity that leads to new ideas.
5. Teamwork: individuals have a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers. This
person can work with people of all backgrounds, will go above and beyond the call of
duty, and consider their team a single unit that aims to function like a well-oiled machine.
The MAPT is made up of 50 questions that will help evaluate each applicant’s level of specific
personality constructs. Each question is allowed a response on a modified Likert scale with
answers ranging from disagree (1) to agree (3). These values will be scored later through a
computerized system. At the completion of the test, each applicant will receive a score high,
moderate, or low for each personality construct as well as a description of what the scoring
means. An overall score will also be computed for the use of the hiring professional only. This
score will be used as a “cut-off” score for which applicants can move onto the next step in the
hiring process. These results will hopefully provide the applicant insight into their personality
qualities, but more importantly will help hiring professionals find candidates that will have a
strong person-job fit to their specific company.
General Instructions:
The hiring professional, or assessor, administering the MAPT is responsible for maintaining the
safety and confidentiality of each applicants' results. Results are to be used for hiring purposes
only and may only be discussed in a follow-up interview. When each applicant is finished with
the test, the computerized MAPT software will save all of the applicant’s inputted data and score
the items accordingly. The individual results are not to be seen by anyone except for the assessor
and the applicant. The applicant should not use the report to compare their results to other
applicants completing the test.
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The MAPT should be given in a computer lab that is quiet and well-lit. The test can be
administered either individually or in group settings, provided that there is adequate privacy for
all test takers so that their responses are honest and not influenced by others. The computers
should be owned by the company, not the applicant, so that all superfluous computer searches
and usage can be tracked and monitored by the company. It is suggested that these computers
have no applications or internet connection to prevent any temptation for applicants to become
distracted from the test. Applicants should be distanced far enough apart so they cannot see
another applicant’s computer screen. The room should stay at a consistent 70 degrees Fahrenheit
so that any irregularities in body temperature (getting too hot or cold) do not distract the
applicants from their comprehension of the test items, and therefore impact their results.
Assessment Supplies:
We provide:
MAPT Software (for both testing and scoring)
Assessor manual
Applicant manual
You need:
Computer
Prohibited during testing:
Electronic devices (cell phones/iPods/iPads)
Watches with an alarm
Headphones
Any computer usage aside from the test (internet searches/games)
Applicants with Disabilities:
Any applicant with a disability should first refer to the job analysis provided by the company to
make sure they are eligible for the specific position. If so, they should be accommodated with
the means necessary to have little to no effect on the results of their test.
Timing for Assessment Completion:
The MAPT should be completed in 25 minutes. This will give the applicant adequate time to
read all items thoroughly, but not an abundance of time that would cause them to over think their
answers.
Scoring:
All scoring will be done through the MAPT electronic software, but can also be completed
manually if necessary. The program will give a score for each construct ranging from the
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minimum low score of 10 points (all responses coincided with the “1 point” choice) to the
maximum high score of 30 points (all responses coincided with the “3 point” choice). These
construct specific scores will allow the hiring professional to see which personality traits the
applicants have most strongly developed and which traits are still lacking.
To score manually, add together the responses for the following 10 questions for each
personality construct:
Reliability: 1, 3, 10, 13, 16, 20, 27
Vision: 2, 4, 8, 11, 21, 22, 34, 37
Openness: 9, 24, 33, 40, 42, 44, 45, 50
Teamwork: 5, 17, 26, 30, 38, 39, 43, 46
Commitment: 7, 15, 28, 32, 41, 47
Certain test items were negatively posed. They were designed this way to prevent an applicant
from going through the test and answering the same way without reading the item. The
responses for these questions should be reversely scored (if the response was “agree” which is
worth 3 points, the response will counted the same as a “disagree” response for 1 point): 6, 12,
14, 18, 19, 23, 25, 29, 31, 35, 36, 48, 49
At the completion of the scoring, each applicant should have 5 different scores each representing
a different personality construct. The following table explains the distribution between low,
moderate, and high construct scores:
< 15 points Low Score
16-24 points Moderate Score
25-30 points High Score
All item responses will be added together for one overall score as well. This overarching
number will be helpful for the use of only the hiring professionals when determining if an
applicant was above or below the cut off score before spending additional time looking into the
construct specific scores they also received. The following table explains the distribution
between low, moderate, and high overall scores:
< 60 points Low Score
61-100 points Moderate Score
101-150 points High Score
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Reports:
Reports will be created electronically through the MAPT software. Sample reports of both
Report A, individual construct scores given to the applicant, and Report B, overall score given
only to the hiring professional, have been included in Appendix A for your reference. These
personalized reports should be kept private and given only to the hiring professional and
applicant accordingly.
Results:
Depending on how each individual applicant scored overall and in each of the personality
constructs, they can receive a different set of detailed results. All of the possible results are
listed below, organized depending on overall score or individual personality constructs, followed
by score level (low, moderate, or high).
Overall:
High results: The applicant’s overall score was high. This applicant displays strong
characteristics from many or all of the personality constructs. They exhibit essential
traits and can utilize these strengths to contribute to the organization’s goals and overall
mission. This score reflects an ideal candidate, and the individual construct scores can be
looked at for supplemental information into exactly how much of each personality
construct the individual displays.
Moderate results: The applicant’s overall score was moderate. This applicant displays
moderately strong characteristics from a few of the personality constructs, but not all of
them. They can utilize their strengths, and potentially develop their lesser traits over time
with experience. This score reflects potential, and the individual construct scores should
be looked at and discussed in a follow-up interview to determine the specific strengths
and weaknesses of this applicant.
Low results: The applicant’s overall score was low. This applicant displays few
characteristics from any of the personality constructs. They may have qualifications and
experience necessary for the job, however, their score does not reflect a good personal
match with the organization. This individual did not surpass the cut-off score; a second
interview will not be necessary.
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Reliability:
High results: Your score for Reliability was high. Reliable employees can be held
accountable by their coworkers and themselves for their actions. They are punctual,
display infrequent absenteeism, and follow through with their commitments. They can be
trusted not to partake in any behaviors counterproductive to the workplace, such as
gossip, misuse of company equipment, or lack of productivity without supervision.
Employees who are regarded as reliable are typically:
 Trustworthy
 Productive
Moderate results: Your score for Reliability was moderate. Reliable employees can be
held accountable by their coworkers and themselves for their actions. They are punctual,
display infrequent absenteeism, and follow through with their commitments. They can be
trusted not to partake in any behaviors counterproductive to the workplace, such as
gossip, misuse of company equipment, or lack of productivity without supervision.
Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few
of these characteristics.
Low results: Your score for Reliability was low. Reliable employees can be held
accountable by their coworkers and themselves for their actions. They are punctual,
display infrequent absenteeism, and follow through with their commitments. They can be
trusted not to partake in any behaviors counterproductive to the workplace, such as
gossip, misuse of company equipment, or lack of productivity without supervision.
Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of
these characteristics.
Commitment:
High results: Your score for Commitment was high. Committed employees maintain an
internal motivation to complete required tasks and meet deadlines, despite any obstacles
that present themselves. They have a strong sense of dedication to the quality of their
work, team, and company as a whole.
Employees who are regarded as a committed are typically:
 Motivated
 Strong-willed
Moderate results: Your score for Commitment was moderate. Committed employees
maintain an internal motivation to complete required tasks and meet deadlines, despite
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any obstacles that present themselves. They have a strong sense of dedication to the
quality of their work, team, and company as a whole.
Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few
of these characteristics.
Low results: Your score for Commitment was low. Committed employees maintain an
internal motivation to complete required tasks and meet deadlines, despite any obstacles
that present themselves. They have a strong sense of dedication to the quality of their
work, team, and company as a whole.
Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of
these characteristics.
Vision:
High results: Your score for Vision was high. Employees with vision value the mission
of the organization and put effort into progressing its worth through the design and
development of their own ideas. They enjoy thinking outside of the box and are not
afraid to take risks.
People who are regarded as having vision are typically:
 Creative
 Progressive
Moderate results: Your score for Vision was moderate. Employees with vision value the
mission of the organization and put effort into progressing its worth through the design
and development of their own ideas. They enjoy thinking outside of the box and are not
afraid to take risks.
Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few
of these characteristics.
Low results: Your score for Vision was low. Employees with vision value the mission of
the organization and put effort into progressing its worth through the design and
development of their own ideas. They enjoy thinking outside of the box and are not
afraid to take risks.
Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of
these characteristics
Openness:
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High results: Your score for Openness was high. Open employees are able to
compromise and incorporate others’ ideas with their own. They display a level of
curiosity that leads to new ideas, and are excited by change and finding new ways to do
things.
Employees who are regarded as open are typically:
 Inventive
 Accommodating
Moderate results: Your score for Openness was moderate. Open employees are able to
compromise and incorporate others’ ideas with their own. They display a level of
curiosity that leads to new ideas, and are excited by change and finding new ways to do
things.
Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few
of these characteristics.
Low results: Your score for Openness was low. Open employees are able to
compromise and incorporate others’ ideas with their own. They display a level of
curiosity that leads to new ideas, and are excited by change and finding new ways to do
things.
Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of
these characteristics.
Teamwork:
High results: Your score for Teamwork was high. Employees that are experienced with
teamwork have a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers. They work cohesively
with all people, regardless of background or personality type, to reach a specific goal.
They go above and beyond the call of duty, and consider their team a single unit that aims
to function like a well-oiled machine.
Employees who are regarded as being successful in teams are typically:
 Selfless
 Helpful
Moderate results: Your score for Teamwork was moderate. Employees that are
experienced with teamwork have a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers.
They work cohesively with all people, regardless of background or personality type, to
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reach a specific goal. They go above and beyond the call of duty, and consider their team
a single unit that aims to function like a well-oiled machine.
Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few
of these characteristics.
Low results: Your score for Teamwork was low. Employees that are experienced with
teamwork have a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers. They work cohesively
with all people, regardless of background or personality type, to reach a specific goal.
They go above and beyond the call of duty, and consider their team a single unit that aims
to function like a well-oiled machine.
Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of
these characteristics.
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MA² Personality Test Booklet
March 2016
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MA² Personality Test Overview
Objective:
This personality test was designed specifically for applicants applying for the Creative Director
of Marketing position at Eureka. Eureka is a new start-up company that specializes in Media
Marketing. They have 50 employees and are currently looking to grow their brand, so they are
looking to hire an experienced Creative Director to assist them in generating new and innovative
ideas. It was important to current employees that future employees fit the mold of the company,
so we performed a cultural assessment with the CEO and top executives to see what traits were
most important for an employee to possess. We determined that the following test will evaluate
these essential constructs thoroughly.
This personality test is comprised of 50 questions that will help evaluate how much of each
personality construct you possess. Each question is allowed a response on a Likert
scale. Possible answer responses range from disagree (1) to agree (3). These numerical values
are later used to complete the scoring process. At the completion of the assessment, you will
receive a score, high, moderate, or low for each personality construct, as well as an overall score
that will only be seen and used by the assessor. The results will also provide a written
description to explain what your score means.
Scoring:
A computer system will score you on each of the five personality constructs represented in the
test. At the completion of the test, you will receive a score for each construct reporting as low,
moderate, or high score as well as a detailed explanation of what the score means.
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Directions:
This test consists of 50 statements. Please read each statement carefully. While you are reading
each statement, please answer as it would pertain to you in a work setting. After reading the
statement, you will see a scale beside it that ranges from 1 (disagree) to 3 (agree). Pick the scale-
point that most closely reflects you. Please only circle one number per question. There are no
right or wrong answers, so it is wise to choose what best pertains to you to receive the most valid
results. Please refer to the example below for a depiction of the test format before you begin.
  Disagree Neutral Agree
My peers hold me accountable for my decisions.  1 2 3
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Personality Test
Please circle only one answer for each question and answer to the best of your ability.
Disagree Neutral Agree
1. My peers hold me accountable for my decisions. 1 2 3
2. I have a strong desire to express my ideas and visions. 1 2 3
3. I am reliable. 1 2 3
4. I enjoy thinking outside the box 1 2 3
5. I would assist a coworker in finishing a project, even if it meant more
work for me.
1 2 3
6. I feel comfortable missing work. 1 2 3
7. I meet deadlines. 1 2 3
8. I am inspired by future possibilities. 1 2 3
9. I prefer variety to routine. 1 2 3
10. I find value in constructive criticism. 1 2 3
11. I enjoy planning, designing, and developing my ideas. 1 2 3
12. I dislike changes. 1 2 3
13. I stick to my commitments. 1 2 3
14. I do not feel comfortable owning up to my mistakes. 1 2 3
15. I like to finish what I start. 1 2 3
16. I am punctual. 1 2 3
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Disagree Neutral Agree
17. I believe that equal contribution is most fair and effective. 1 2 3
18. I get more work accomplished while working alone. 1 2 3
19. I prefer to stick to things I know. 1 2 3
20. I do not make excuses for my actions. 1 2 3
21.
I agree with the values of this organization.
1 2 3
22. Having the freedom to carry out my thoughts and ideas is important
to me.
1 2 3
23. I find it difficult to get down to work. 1 2 3
24. I carry the conversation to a higher level. 1 2 3
25. I am easily distracted. 1 2 3
26. I value other’s input. 1 2 3
27. I can admit when I am wrong. 1 2 3
28. I finish tasks, despite obstacles in the way. 1 2 3
29. I often have to explain my actions. 1 2 3
30. Peers would describe me as helpful. 1 2 3
31. I lose motivation when the end is not in sight. 1 2 3
32. I demand quality. 1 2 3
33. I enjoy hearing new ideas. 1 2 3
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Disagree Neutral Agree
34. The mission of this organization is valuable. 1 2 3
35. I am afraid of taking risks. 1 2 3
36. I am attached to conventional ways. 1 2 3
37. I love to dream, and putting those dreams into practice. 1 2 3
38. I feel comfortable working with people of all personality types. 1 2 3
39. I am a team player. 1 2 3
40. I have a vivid imagination. 1 2 3
41. I get things done quickly. 1 2 3
42. I enjoy wild flights of fantasy. 1 2 3
43. I give credit where credit is due. 1 2 3
44. I believe there is no absolute right and wrong. 1 2 3
45. I get excited by new ideas. 1 2 3
46. I prefer working in teams. 1 2 3
47. I plunge into tasks with all of my heart. 1 2 3
48. I have a hard time compromising 1 2 3
49. I get discouraged easily. 1 2 3
50. I enjoy being creative. 1 2 3
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MA² Personality Test:
Appendix A
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MA² Personality Test: Senior Management Competency Model Draft
Competency Factors and Dimensions
1. Creativity Factor
a. Thinks outside the box
b. Has a vivid imagination
c. Enjoys generating new ideas
2. Reliability Factor
a. Accountable for their actions
b. Trustworthy
3. Interpersonal Factor
a. Works well with others (in teams)
b. Creates relationships with others
4. Openness Factor
a. Adaptable
b. Open to new ideas/new ways of thinking
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MA² Personality Test Sample Report: Report A
Reliability
Score: __27__
Description:
Your score for Reliability was high. Reliable employees can be held accountable by
their coworkers and themselves for their actions. They are punctual, display infrequent
absenteeism, and follow through with their commitments. They can be trusted not to
partake in any behaviors counterproductive to the workplace, such as gossip, misuse of
company equipment, or lack of productivity without supervision.
Employees who are regarded as reliable are typically:
 Trustworthy
 Productive
Commitment
Score: __25__
Description:
Your score for Commitment was high. Committed employees maintain an internal
motivation to complete required tasks and meet deadlines, despite any obstacles that
present themselves. They have a strong sense of dedication to the quality of their work,
team, and company as a whole.
Employees who are regarded as a committed are typically:
 Motivated
 Strong-willed
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Vision
Score: __22__
Description:
Your score for Vision was moderate. Employees with vision value the mission of the
organization and put effort into progressing its worth through the design and development
of their own ideas. They enjoy thinking outside of the box and are not afraid to take
risks.
Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few
of these characteristics.
Openness
Score: __18__
Description:
Your score for Openness was moderate. Open employees are able to compromise and
incorporate others’ ideas with their own. They display a level of curiosity that leads to
new ideas, and are excited by change and finding new ways to do things.
Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few
of these characteristics.
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Teamwork
Score: __14__
Description:
Your score for Teamwork was low. Employees that are experienced with teamwork have
a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers. They work cohesively with all people,
regardless of background or personality type, to reach a specific goal. They go above and
beyond the call of duty, and consider their team a single unit that aims to function like a
well-oiled machine.
Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of
these characteristics.
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MA² Personality Test Sample Report: Report B
Overall
Score: __92__
Description:
The applicant’s overall score was moderate. This applicant displays strong
characteristics from a few of the personality constructs, but not all of them. They can
utilize their strengths, and potentially develop their lesser traits over time with
experience. This score reflects potential, and the individual construct scores should be
looked at and discussed in a follow-up interview to determine the specific strengths and
weaknesses of this applicant.
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References
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Cornelius, L. J., Booker, N. C., Arthur, T. E., Reeves, I., & Morgan, O. (2004). The Validity and
Reliability Testing of a Consumer-Based Cultural Competency Inventory. Research On
Social Work Practice, 14(3), 201-209. doi:10.1177/1049731503257886.
Heathfield, S. M. (2016). What Is Organizational Culture? Retrieved March 11, 2016, from
http://humanresources.about.com/od/organizationalculture/a/culture.htm.
Jeanneret, R., & Silzer, R. (1998). Individual Psychological assessment: Predicting behavior in
organizational settings. San Francisco: Jossey- Bass.
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and Exercises. Thousand Oaks: Sage.

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Personality FINAL(7)

  • 1. 1 MA² Personality Test MA² LLC Alison Tubay, Ashley Borja, Madlen Zamfirova & Mandy Maloney Elmhurst College
  • 2. 2 The MAPT Previous Research: Many organizations seek to hire individuals that are successful not only at their assigned job tasks, but also socially within the organization’s community. Although research has been conducted to find out what contributing factors make a good employee, one aspect is often overlooked; culture fit. Cultural fit between an individual and the organization should be determined prior to hiring rather than after. Cornelius, Booker, Arthur, Reeves, & Morgan (2004) explored the impact culture fit had on organizational success. The study concluded that organizations that had attempted to hire employees based on their personality fit within the organization had a higher retention rate than those that hired on job skill alone. Similarly, Heathfield (2016) found that culture fit had a direct-link to job retention. Organizations that determined a potential employee’s culture fit based on said organization’s beliefs and values had a heavy influence on retention rates (Assessing Organizational Culture, 2016). These studies are examples that job skills are not the only thing to consider when hiring employees. It is therefore important we begin to identify and develop a way to determine if an individual is a good fit for the intended hiring organization.   Determining culture fit can be a confusing task. First, one must determine what the culture of the organization is. Then, one must determine if a potential employee matches those set values and/or beliefs. It was from this confusion that the concept of the MA² Personality Test (MAPT) was created. The goal of the MAPT was to assess an organization's culture to determine which constructs were most essential for successful employees to have. Those constructs are then used to measure an individual's fit in an organization by seeing how high they score on each construct. Differing from existing tests of its kind, the purpose of the initial culture assessment within the MAPT would be for organizations to better understand their own culture and values. About the test: The MAPT was first developed in 2013 by MA², LLC. A retention issue was becoming apparent with many of our clients, so we developed a tool that would not only be helpful in determining the true values and beliefs of the organization, but also utilizing those same values and beliefs in a personality test to aid in hiring the right individuals. The utility of the tool is for hiring purposes only. If results from this test are used for developmental reasons, the results may be more harmful than helpful (Shultz, Whitney & Zickar, 2014). It was critical for us to remember that each organization has separate and specific sets of values, beliefs, and ingrained behavioral patterns that characterize it. With that knowledge, we knew that we could not create a universal test that would function effectively from organization to organization; instead, we decided to make it adaptable. Although the process of the test is the same for each organization, it is the initial assessment that makes this test unique. It was important to determine the fit between a person and an organization during selection and hiring processes to see if values between the two match up. We did this by interviewing 4 top executives from the given organization to determine what behaviors were essential for an employee to have. The CEO, Vice-President, Human Resources Director, and Chief Financial
  • 3. 3 Officer were used in the cultural assessment to determine their organization’s essential constructs. If a company did not have anyone working one of these specific positions, a person in equivalent standing would be used. Typically, receiving input from more subject matter experts (SMEs) would be more beneficial, however when trying to get to the core of the organization, it can be more useful to start with the top executives to see their vision of what their employees should exhibit. During this interview, we worked with the executives to create a competency model, which described the different behaviors they would hope for a future employee to portray (Jeanneret & Silzer, 1998). A portion of this competency model can be viewed in Appendix A of the Test Manual. Based on the constructs and behaviors determined from the competency model, the MAPT is constructed. We develop 50 questions, 10 questions per construct, which are used to measure how much of each personality construct a potential employee possesses. Each question is close- ended and written at an 8th grade reading level to keep responses simple and comprehension of the questions at an easy level (Shultz et al., 2014). The response choices range from 1 (disagree) to 3 (agree). These numerical values are used to calculate scores for each individual construct, as well as an overall score across all constructs. An applicant is required to obtain a certain minimum score in order to be considered for the position and asked back for a follow-up interview. We used the Angoff method to determine these cut-off scores. We had the same 4 top executives create a description of what a minimally competent person (MCP) would be based off of the job analysis that they had created. They then were asked to go through each test item and determine the probability that an MCP would answer that item correctly, or the way they wanted (Shultz et al., 2014). The probabilities were then averaged and used to create the cutoff scores distinguishing the score levels of high, moderate, and low (Shultz et al., 2014). Specific items were posed negatively so that individuals did not rush through the test; these items should be reversely scored. At the completion of the test, each individual will receive a score, high, moderate, or low for each personality construct, and the organization will receive an overall score for the individual, scoring high, moderate, or low for all of the constructs as a whole. Both the individual and the organization will also receive a detailed description of what the scoring means. Descriptive statistics were conducted to evaluate the MAPT. The test measures inter-individual differences because we are comparing multiple people on the same constructs to see which individual is the best fit for the job (Shultz et al., 2014). Through over 200 analyses of the test with past clients, the internal consistency reliability between test questions yielded results of .82. This finding supports the claim that our test is a reliable measure of personality. If the internal consistency value was any higher, there may be an issue with questions being redundant or too similar with other items in the test (Schultz et al., 2014). Similar to the internal consistency of the test, the internal validity reported a measure of .75, making this test not only reliable, but also valid. Due to both the reliability and validity tests receiving accurate scores, this test can be used with certainty in the testing of personality constructs.
  • 5. 5 Overview of the Assessors Responsibilities Introduction: The MA² Personality Test (MAPT) works to provide hiring professionals a systematic tool to help determine person-job fit for their company. The MAPT evaluates five specific personality constructs, which are defined by top executives at Eureka: 1. Reliability: individual can be held accountable by their coworkers and themselves for their actions. They are punctual, display infrequent absenteeism, and can be trusted to follow through with their commitments. 2. Commitment: individual should complete required tasks and meet deadlines. They should feel a strong sense of dedication to their work and the company as a whole. Committed individuals should maintain an internal motivation to succeed, despite any obstacles that present themselves. 3. Vision: individuals should value the mission of the organization and put effort into progressing its worth through the design and development of their own ideas. They should enjoy thinking outside of the box and should not be afraid to take risks. 4. Openness: individuals are able to compromise and incorporate others’ ideas with their own. They should be open to change, be excited about finding new ways to do things, and display a level of curiosity that leads to new ideas. 5. Teamwork: individuals have a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers. This person can work with people of all backgrounds, will go above and beyond the call of duty, and consider their team a single unit that aims to function like a well-oiled machine. The MAPT is made up of 50 questions that will help evaluate each applicant’s level of specific personality constructs. Each question is allowed a response on a modified Likert scale with answers ranging from disagree (1) to agree (3). These values will be scored later through a computerized system. At the completion of the test, each applicant will receive a score high, moderate, or low for each personality construct as well as a description of what the scoring means. An overall score will also be computed for the use of the hiring professional only. This score will be used as a “cut-off” score for which applicants can move onto the next step in the hiring process. These results will hopefully provide the applicant insight into their personality qualities, but more importantly will help hiring professionals find candidates that will have a strong person-job fit to their specific company. General Instructions: The hiring professional, or assessor, administering the MAPT is responsible for maintaining the safety and confidentiality of each applicants' results. Results are to be used for hiring purposes only and may only be discussed in a follow-up interview. When each applicant is finished with the test, the computerized MAPT software will save all of the applicant’s inputted data and score the items accordingly. The individual results are not to be seen by anyone except for the assessor and the applicant. The applicant should not use the report to compare their results to other applicants completing the test.
  • 6. 6 The MAPT should be given in a computer lab that is quiet and well-lit. The test can be administered either individually or in group settings, provided that there is adequate privacy for all test takers so that their responses are honest and not influenced by others. The computers should be owned by the company, not the applicant, so that all superfluous computer searches and usage can be tracked and monitored by the company. It is suggested that these computers have no applications or internet connection to prevent any temptation for applicants to become distracted from the test. Applicants should be distanced far enough apart so they cannot see another applicant’s computer screen. The room should stay at a consistent 70 degrees Fahrenheit so that any irregularities in body temperature (getting too hot or cold) do not distract the applicants from their comprehension of the test items, and therefore impact their results. Assessment Supplies: We provide: MAPT Software (for both testing and scoring) Assessor manual Applicant manual You need: Computer Prohibited during testing: Electronic devices (cell phones/iPods/iPads) Watches with an alarm Headphones Any computer usage aside from the test (internet searches/games) Applicants with Disabilities: Any applicant with a disability should first refer to the job analysis provided by the company to make sure they are eligible for the specific position. If so, they should be accommodated with the means necessary to have little to no effect on the results of their test. Timing for Assessment Completion: The MAPT should be completed in 25 minutes. This will give the applicant adequate time to read all items thoroughly, but not an abundance of time that would cause them to over think their answers. Scoring: All scoring will be done through the MAPT electronic software, but can also be completed manually if necessary. The program will give a score for each construct ranging from the
  • 7. 7 minimum low score of 10 points (all responses coincided with the “1 point” choice) to the maximum high score of 30 points (all responses coincided with the “3 point” choice). These construct specific scores will allow the hiring professional to see which personality traits the applicants have most strongly developed and which traits are still lacking. To score manually, add together the responses for the following 10 questions for each personality construct: Reliability: 1, 3, 10, 13, 16, 20, 27 Vision: 2, 4, 8, 11, 21, 22, 34, 37 Openness: 9, 24, 33, 40, 42, 44, 45, 50 Teamwork: 5, 17, 26, 30, 38, 39, 43, 46 Commitment: 7, 15, 28, 32, 41, 47 Certain test items were negatively posed. They were designed this way to prevent an applicant from going through the test and answering the same way without reading the item. The responses for these questions should be reversely scored (if the response was “agree” which is worth 3 points, the response will counted the same as a “disagree” response for 1 point): 6, 12, 14, 18, 19, 23, 25, 29, 31, 35, 36, 48, 49 At the completion of the scoring, each applicant should have 5 different scores each representing a different personality construct. The following table explains the distribution between low, moderate, and high construct scores: < 15 points Low Score 16-24 points Moderate Score 25-30 points High Score All item responses will be added together for one overall score as well. This overarching number will be helpful for the use of only the hiring professionals when determining if an applicant was above or below the cut off score before spending additional time looking into the construct specific scores they also received. The following table explains the distribution between low, moderate, and high overall scores: < 60 points Low Score 61-100 points Moderate Score 101-150 points High Score
  • 8. 8 Reports: Reports will be created electronically through the MAPT software. Sample reports of both Report A, individual construct scores given to the applicant, and Report B, overall score given only to the hiring professional, have been included in Appendix A for your reference. These personalized reports should be kept private and given only to the hiring professional and applicant accordingly. Results: Depending on how each individual applicant scored overall and in each of the personality constructs, they can receive a different set of detailed results. All of the possible results are listed below, organized depending on overall score or individual personality constructs, followed by score level (low, moderate, or high). Overall: High results: The applicant’s overall score was high. This applicant displays strong characteristics from many or all of the personality constructs. They exhibit essential traits and can utilize these strengths to contribute to the organization’s goals and overall mission. This score reflects an ideal candidate, and the individual construct scores can be looked at for supplemental information into exactly how much of each personality construct the individual displays. Moderate results: The applicant’s overall score was moderate. This applicant displays moderately strong characteristics from a few of the personality constructs, but not all of them. They can utilize their strengths, and potentially develop their lesser traits over time with experience. This score reflects potential, and the individual construct scores should be looked at and discussed in a follow-up interview to determine the specific strengths and weaknesses of this applicant. Low results: The applicant’s overall score was low. This applicant displays few characteristics from any of the personality constructs. They may have qualifications and experience necessary for the job, however, their score does not reflect a good personal match with the organization. This individual did not surpass the cut-off score; a second interview will not be necessary.
  • 9. 9 Reliability: High results: Your score for Reliability was high. Reliable employees can be held accountable by their coworkers and themselves for their actions. They are punctual, display infrequent absenteeism, and follow through with their commitments. They can be trusted not to partake in any behaviors counterproductive to the workplace, such as gossip, misuse of company equipment, or lack of productivity without supervision. Employees who are regarded as reliable are typically:  Trustworthy  Productive Moderate results: Your score for Reliability was moderate. Reliable employees can be held accountable by their coworkers and themselves for their actions. They are punctual, display infrequent absenteeism, and follow through with their commitments. They can be trusted not to partake in any behaviors counterproductive to the workplace, such as gossip, misuse of company equipment, or lack of productivity without supervision. Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few of these characteristics. Low results: Your score for Reliability was low. Reliable employees can be held accountable by their coworkers and themselves for their actions. They are punctual, display infrequent absenteeism, and follow through with their commitments. They can be trusted not to partake in any behaviors counterproductive to the workplace, such as gossip, misuse of company equipment, or lack of productivity without supervision. Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of these characteristics. Commitment: High results: Your score for Commitment was high. Committed employees maintain an internal motivation to complete required tasks and meet deadlines, despite any obstacles that present themselves. They have a strong sense of dedication to the quality of their work, team, and company as a whole. Employees who are regarded as a committed are typically:  Motivated  Strong-willed Moderate results: Your score for Commitment was moderate. Committed employees maintain an internal motivation to complete required tasks and meet deadlines, despite
  • 10. 10 any obstacles that present themselves. They have a strong sense of dedication to the quality of their work, team, and company as a whole. Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few of these characteristics. Low results: Your score for Commitment was low. Committed employees maintain an internal motivation to complete required tasks and meet deadlines, despite any obstacles that present themselves. They have a strong sense of dedication to the quality of their work, team, and company as a whole. Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of these characteristics. Vision: High results: Your score for Vision was high. Employees with vision value the mission of the organization and put effort into progressing its worth through the design and development of their own ideas. They enjoy thinking outside of the box and are not afraid to take risks. People who are regarded as having vision are typically:  Creative  Progressive Moderate results: Your score for Vision was moderate. Employees with vision value the mission of the organization and put effort into progressing its worth through the design and development of their own ideas. They enjoy thinking outside of the box and are not afraid to take risks. Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few of these characteristics. Low results: Your score for Vision was low. Employees with vision value the mission of the organization and put effort into progressing its worth through the design and development of their own ideas. They enjoy thinking outside of the box and are not afraid to take risks. Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of these characteristics Openness:
  • 11. 11 High results: Your score for Openness was high. Open employees are able to compromise and incorporate others’ ideas with their own. They display a level of curiosity that leads to new ideas, and are excited by change and finding new ways to do things. Employees who are regarded as open are typically:  Inventive  Accommodating Moderate results: Your score for Openness was moderate. Open employees are able to compromise and incorporate others’ ideas with their own. They display a level of curiosity that leads to new ideas, and are excited by change and finding new ways to do things. Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few of these characteristics. Low results: Your score for Openness was low. Open employees are able to compromise and incorporate others’ ideas with their own. They display a level of curiosity that leads to new ideas, and are excited by change and finding new ways to do things. Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of these characteristics. Teamwork: High results: Your score for Teamwork was high. Employees that are experienced with teamwork have a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers. They work cohesively with all people, regardless of background or personality type, to reach a specific goal. They go above and beyond the call of duty, and consider their team a single unit that aims to function like a well-oiled machine. Employees who are regarded as being successful in teams are typically:  Selfless  Helpful Moderate results: Your score for Teamwork was moderate. Employees that are experienced with teamwork have a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers. They work cohesively with all people, regardless of background or personality type, to
  • 12. 12 reach a specific goal. They go above and beyond the call of duty, and consider their team a single unit that aims to function like a well-oiled machine. Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few of these characteristics. Low results: Your score for Teamwork was low. Employees that are experienced with teamwork have a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers. They work cohesively with all people, regardless of background or personality type, to reach a specific goal. They go above and beyond the call of duty, and consider their team a single unit that aims to function like a well-oiled machine. Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of these characteristics.
  • 13. 13 MA² Personality Test Booklet March 2016
  • 14. 14 MA² Personality Test Overview Objective: This personality test was designed specifically for applicants applying for the Creative Director of Marketing position at Eureka. Eureka is a new start-up company that specializes in Media Marketing. They have 50 employees and are currently looking to grow their brand, so they are looking to hire an experienced Creative Director to assist them in generating new and innovative ideas. It was important to current employees that future employees fit the mold of the company, so we performed a cultural assessment with the CEO and top executives to see what traits were most important for an employee to possess. We determined that the following test will evaluate these essential constructs thoroughly. This personality test is comprised of 50 questions that will help evaluate how much of each personality construct you possess. Each question is allowed a response on a Likert scale. Possible answer responses range from disagree (1) to agree (3). These numerical values are later used to complete the scoring process. At the completion of the assessment, you will receive a score, high, moderate, or low for each personality construct, as well as an overall score that will only be seen and used by the assessor. The results will also provide a written description to explain what your score means. Scoring: A computer system will score you on each of the five personality constructs represented in the test. At the completion of the test, you will receive a score for each construct reporting as low, moderate, or high score as well as a detailed explanation of what the score means.
  • 15. 15 Directions: This test consists of 50 statements. Please read each statement carefully. While you are reading each statement, please answer as it would pertain to you in a work setting. After reading the statement, you will see a scale beside it that ranges from 1 (disagree) to 3 (agree). Pick the scale- point that most closely reflects you. Please only circle one number per question. There are no right or wrong answers, so it is wise to choose what best pertains to you to receive the most valid results. Please refer to the example below for a depiction of the test format before you begin.   Disagree Neutral Agree My peers hold me accountable for my decisions.  1 2 3
  • 16. 16 Personality Test Please circle only one answer for each question and answer to the best of your ability. Disagree Neutral Agree 1. My peers hold me accountable for my decisions. 1 2 3 2. I have a strong desire to express my ideas and visions. 1 2 3 3. I am reliable. 1 2 3 4. I enjoy thinking outside the box 1 2 3 5. I would assist a coworker in finishing a project, even if it meant more work for me. 1 2 3 6. I feel comfortable missing work. 1 2 3 7. I meet deadlines. 1 2 3 8. I am inspired by future possibilities. 1 2 3 9. I prefer variety to routine. 1 2 3 10. I find value in constructive criticism. 1 2 3 11. I enjoy planning, designing, and developing my ideas. 1 2 3 12. I dislike changes. 1 2 3 13. I stick to my commitments. 1 2 3 14. I do not feel comfortable owning up to my mistakes. 1 2 3 15. I like to finish what I start. 1 2 3 16. I am punctual. 1 2 3
  • 17. 17 Disagree Neutral Agree 17. I believe that equal contribution is most fair and effective. 1 2 3 18. I get more work accomplished while working alone. 1 2 3 19. I prefer to stick to things I know. 1 2 3 20. I do not make excuses for my actions. 1 2 3 21. I agree with the values of this organization. 1 2 3 22. Having the freedom to carry out my thoughts and ideas is important to me. 1 2 3 23. I find it difficult to get down to work. 1 2 3 24. I carry the conversation to a higher level. 1 2 3 25. I am easily distracted. 1 2 3 26. I value other’s input. 1 2 3 27. I can admit when I am wrong. 1 2 3 28. I finish tasks, despite obstacles in the way. 1 2 3 29. I often have to explain my actions. 1 2 3 30. Peers would describe me as helpful. 1 2 3 31. I lose motivation when the end is not in sight. 1 2 3 32. I demand quality. 1 2 3 33. I enjoy hearing new ideas. 1 2 3
  • 18. 18 Disagree Neutral Agree 34. The mission of this organization is valuable. 1 2 3 35. I am afraid of taking risks. 1 2 3 36. I am attached to conventional ways. 1 2 3 37. I love to dream, and putting those dreams into practice. 1 2 3 38. I feel comfortable working with people of all personality types. 1 2 3 39. I am a team player. 1 2 3 40. I have a vivid imagination. 1 2 3 41. I get things done quickly. 1 2 3 42. I enjoy wild flights of fantasy. 1 2 3 43. I give credit where credit is due. 1 2 3 44. I believe there is no absolute right and wrong. 1 2 3 45. I get excited by new ideas. 1 2 3 46. I prefer working in teams. 1 2 3 47. I plunge into tasks with all of my heart. 1 2 3 48. I have a hard time compromising 1 2 3 49. I get discouraged easily. 1 2 3 50. I enjoy being creative. 1 2 3
  • 20. 20 MA² Personality Test: Senior Management Competency Model Draft Competency Factors and Dimensions 1. Creativity Factor a. Thinks outside the box b. Has a vivid imagination c. Enjoys generating new ideas 2. Reliability Factor a. Accountable for their actions b. Trustworthy 3. Interpersonal Factor a. Works well with others (in teams) b. Creates relationships with others 4. Openness Factor a. Adaptable b. Open to new ideas/new ways of thinking
  • 21. 21 MA² Personality Test Sample Report: Report A Reliability Score: __27__ Description: Your score for Reliability was high. Reliable employees can be held accountable by their coworkers and themselves for their actions. They are punctual, display infrequent absenteeism, and follow through with their commitments. They can be trusted not to partake in any behaviors counterproductive to the workplace, such as gossip, misuse of company equipment, or lack of productivity without supervision. Employees who are regarded as reliable are typically:  Trustworthy  Productive Commitment Score: __25__ Description: Your score for Commitment was high. Committed employees maintain an internal motivation to complete required tasks and meet deadlines, despite any obstacles that present themselves. They have a strong sense of dedication to the quality of their work, team, and company as a whole. Employees who are regarded as a committed are typically:  Motivated  Strong-willed
  • 22. 22 Vision Score: __22__ Description: Your score for Vision was moderate. Employees with vision value the mission of the organization and put effort into progressing its worth through the design and development of their own ideas. They enjoy thinking outside of the box and are not afraid to take risks. Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few of these characteristics. Openness Score: __18__ Description: Your score for Openness was moderate. Open employees are able to compromise and incorporate others’ ideas with their own. They display a level of curiosity that leads to new ideas, and are excited by change and finding new ways to do things. Because you only scored moderately for this personality construct, you may exhibit a few of these characteristics.
  • 23. 23 Teamwork Score: __14__ Description: Your score for Teamwork was low. Employees that are experienced with teamwork have a strong sense of comradery with their coworkers. They work cohesively with all people, regardless of background or personality type, to reach a specific goal. They go above and beyond the call of duty, and consider their team a single unit that aims to function like a well-oiled machine. Because you scored low for this personality construct, you likely exhibit few or none of these characteristics.
  • 24. 24 MA² Personality Test Sample Report: Report B Overall Score: __92__ Description: The applicant’s overall score was moderate. This applicant displays strong characteristics from a few of the personality constructs, but not all of them. They can utilize their strengths, and potentially develop their lesser traits over time with experience. This score reflects potential, and the individual construct scores should be looked at and discussed in a follow-up interview to determine the specific strengths and weaknesses of this applicant.
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