Technique 1.208  — A Simple Behavioural Self-Assessment      

Introduction

There are 2 sections:

• Section A: How you naturally behave (your core personality)

• Section B: How you feel you need to behave in your current work or life environment

In each, choose 2 words from a group that best describe you.

Section A: Your Natural Style

Choose 2 words from each group that best describe the real you.

Group 1:
☐ Assertive
☐ Thoughtful
☐ Composed
☐ Flexible

Group 2:
☐ Outgoing
☐ Independent
☐ Steady
☐ Precise

Group 3:
☐ Cautious
☐ Energetic
☐ Loyal
☐ Bold

Group 4:
☐ Curious
☐ Diplomatic
☐ Fast-paced
☐ Organised

Section B: Your Current Environment

Choose 2 words from each group that describe how you feel you should act at work or in life right now.

Group 1:
☐ Decisive
☐ Calm
☐ Detail-oriented
☐ Approachable

Group 2:
☐ Confident
☐ Methodical
☐ Patient
☐ Engaging

Group 3:
☐ Responsible
☐ Quick
☐ Cooperative
☐ Visionary

Group 4:
☐ Structured
☐ Friendly
☐ Assertive
☐ Reserved

How This Illustrative Survey Would Be Used

Your choices from:

• Section A reflect your core behavioural traits
• Section B reflect how you're adapting to current pressures or expectations

The differences between the 2 show:

• Where you're using extra energy to adapt
• Where stress may be building
• Where behavioural traits may be overused or underused
• What your natural leadership or work style is

What Might Be Interpreted

From this illustrative exercise, a facilitator might explore:

If there's a big difference between natural and environmental selections, it may suggest:

• Stress or burnout risk
• Energy depletion
• Misalignment with role or team culture

(main source: Mindtool Content Team, 2025e)