Scoring:
Use this system for scoring each of your 10 responses:
For most projects, I prefer to rely on my own skills and abilities rather than work with others.
Strongly Agree -- 1 point
Agree -- 2 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 4 points
Strongly Disagree -- 5 points
While I am focused on my personal career success, I do truly support my team members and want the team to succeed.
Strongly Agree -- 5 points
Agree -- 4 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 2 points
Strongly Disagree -- 1 point
For the most part, I believe that my team members do not work as hard as I do.
Strongly Agree -- 1 point
Agree -- 2 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 4 points
Strongly Disagree -- 5 points
I seek out ways to learn to get along better with people and to do a better job
of collaborating, to be a better team member.
Strongly Agree -- 5 points
Agree -- 4 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 2 points
Strongly Disagree -- 1 point
I tend to come up with the best solutions to the problems
my team faces, yet I usually receive very little of the credit.
Strongly Agree -- 1 point
Agree -- 2 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 4 points
Strongly Disagree -- 5 points
People generally enjoy working with me on a team.
Strongly Agree -- 5 points
Agree -- 4 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 2 points
Strongly Disagree -- 1 point
I understand that the value of teamwork is the emergence of new ideas
and creative solutions as well as the sharing of the workload.
Strongly Agree -- 5 points
Agree -- 4 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 2 points
Strongly Disagree -- 1 point
The reality of the workplace requires me to work in teams
-- even if I do not like it.
Strongly Agree -- 1 point
Agree -- 2 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 4 points
Strongly Disagree -- 5 points
I always end up carrying my team and it's disappointing
that I do not receive more credit for doing so.
Strongly Agree -- 1 point
Agree -- 2 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 4 points
Strongly Disagree -- 5 points
I am very flexible and can quickly adjust to new situations and
changing demands of the team and team leader.
Strongly Agree -- 5 points
Agree -- 4 points
Neither Agree nor Disagree -- 3 points
Disagree -- 2 points
Strongly Disagree -- 1 point
Results:
Add up your points. If you scored...
40-50: You're a great team player! You understand the value and importance of collaboration. Now
go inspire your teammates!
30-39: You're a good team player. You recognize the value and importance of teamwork, but have
not quite mastered being a great team player.
20-29: You're just a so-so team player. With the importance that most organizations place on teams,
you best get to work on mastering your team skills.
Under 20: You are NOT a team player. You either have to invest a lot of time and effort to learn how
to be a better team player -- or go into business for yourself.
Questions about some of the terminology used in this quiz? Get more information (definitions and links) on key college, career, and job-search
terms by going to our Job-Seeker's Glossary of Job-Hunting Terms.
Dr. Randall S. Hansen is founder of Quintessential Careers,
one of the oldest and most comprehensive career development sites on the Web, as well CEO of
EmpoweringSites.com. He is also founder of
MyCollegeSuccessStory.com and
EnhanceMyVocabulary.com. He is publisher of
Quintessential Careers Press,
including the Quintessential Careers electronic newsletter,
QuintZine. Dr. Hansen is also a
published author, with several books, chapters in books, and hundreds of articles. He's often
quoted in the media and conducts empowering workshops around the country. Finally, Dr. Hansen is
also an educator, having taught at the college level for more than 15 years. Visit his
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