Assessment of Motivation for Diligence, ISP-3E Test - the question form
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1. Select one statement that best describes you.
“The important thing is not to win, but to take part” is not my motto. I prefer to receive a reward for completing an assigned task.
When carrying out a task, I try not to waste time.
2. Select the statement that best describes you.
a) To avoid conflict, I do what I am asked.
b) I am ambitious and, through my diligence, want to achieve a lot.
3.
a) I would rather adapt to circumstances than stand up for my opinion.
b) "Business before pleasure"—that describes me.
4.
a) If I am confident that I will be rewarded for completing a task, I will work harder.
b) I would be upset if the position I applied for were given to a less conscientious person.
5.
a) Whenever possible, I try to take the lead among peers.
b) I would rather adapt to circumstances than assert myself.
6.
a) If I am late for work (or school), I try to slip quietly and unnoticed to my place to avoid being punished.
b) My lot in life is to bear my cross submissively.
7. Select the one statement that best applies to you.
I prefer to say nothing and comply, even if I doubt that my supervisor is right.
In return for my good deeds (carrying out tasks), I expect gratitude.
8.
a) At school, I tried to do well because I considered it my duty and responsibility.
b) I believe that, to avoid being punished for doing nothing, it is sometimes possible to cheat or deceive.
9.
a) To be noticed by my superiors, I take on assignments myself and show initiative.
b) I carry out my duties conscientiously, not just to avoid punishment.
10.
a) I am willing to do overtime at my job if I receive double pay.
b) Because of the possible penalty for mistakes, I will not rush when doing my work.
11.
a) My conscientiousness is driven not by selfishness, but by a concrete and fair evaluation of my work.
b) I consider it my duty to always carry an assigned task through to the end.
12.
a) If people are not compelled or punished, they will not carry out their duties conscientiously.
b) I see myself as the kind of person who wants to rise to the top.
13.
a) I consider timely completion of tasks to be one of my most important duties.
b) I recognize authority and power and submit to it without protest.
14.
a) It is extremely important, at the lower levels of the career ladder, to carry out all duties and assignments.
b) Without consistent reliability in carrying out tasks, one should not expect appreciation from others.
15.
a) To be noticed, a person must complete tasks quickly and well.
b) Even if my supervisor’s instructions are somewhat "eccentric" (overly elaborate), I will do everything they tell me to do.
16.
a) Without doubt, I would prefer a rank-and-file role over a managerial position.
b) I feel afraid of possible punishment for work not completed.
17. Select one statement that best describes you.
I do not complain, even when I have to carry out several tasks at the same time.
Ongoing support and a kind word increase my work performance.
18.
To avoid being punished, I keep myself "in line" at work.
I do not feel satisfied until everything has been done, even the small details.
19.
a) I keep my word: if I promise something, I will definitely do it by the agreed deadline.
b) When achieving a goal set by my supervisor, I am punctual, careful, and diligent.
20.
Carrying out assignments punctually is the key to receiving appreciation.
I feel I could be punished for something, so when carrying out assignments I do not go beyond what is permitted.
21. Select the statement that best describes you.
a) I am unlikely to have major problems; I do everything that is required of me.
b) The more I am rewarded, the more effort and conscientiousness I show.
22. Select one statement that best describes you.
I willingly comply with requests because it may help me advance.
I am afraid of punishment, so I follow workplace rules.
23.
I will do even what I do not like or what goes against my principles (morals).
I have the feeling that, throughout my life, I have been conscientious and dutiful.
24.
a) Completing assignments on time is the key to receiving appreciation.
b) If I am appointed the person responsible in a group, I will do everything I can to get it all done.
25.
a) I assume that my supervisor is always right, and I proceed from this when carrying out tasks.
b) For the sake of my career, I strive to do more and do better than others.
26. Select the statement that best describes you.
To avoid punishment, I will carry out what I am assigned even if I am not fully well.
I do not need more; I am satisfied with my life. I live quietly, modestly, and unnoticed.
27. Choose one statement.
In my performance, I aim at least to receive a certificate or formal recognition of my achievements.
I was born under such a star; my role is to carry out, implement, and perform what others have planned.
28.
a) I find it easy to carry out instructions and follow directions; it seems to come naturally to me.
b) I do everything conscientiously in order to avoid criticism and disapproval.
29.
a) At work (or in my studies), I do not have problems; I do everything on time.
b) If a management position becomes available in the future, I will double my effort.
30. Select one statement that best describes you.
a) Initiative is punished. I do only what I am required to do.
b) When completing tasks with others, success and bonuses can be achieved only with a partner who is interested in the reward.
1.
a) “The important thing is not winning but taking part” is not my motto. I prefer to be rewarded for completing an assignment.
b) When doing a task, I try not to waste time.
2.
a) To avoid conflict, I do what I am asked to do.
b) I am ambitious and, through my conscientiousness, I want to achieve a great deal.
3.
a) I would rather adapt to circumstances than insist on my own opinion.
b) "Business before pleasure" describes me.
4.
If I am sure I will be rewarded for completing a task, I will work harder.
I would be upset if the position I applied for were given to someone less conscientious.
5.
a) Whenever possible, I try to take the lead among equally capable peers.
b) I would rather adapt to the circumstances than assert myself.
6. Select the statement that best describes you.
If I am late for work (school), I try to slip into my place quietly and unnoticed to avoid being punished.
My lot in life is to bear my cross submissively.
7.
I prefer to stay silent and carry it out, even if I doubt that my supervisor is right.
In response to my good deeds (carrying out tasks), I expect gratitude in return.
8.
a) At school, I tried to do well because I felt it was my duty or obligation.
b) I believe that, to avoid being punished for doing nothing, it is acceptable to cheat or deceive in some way.
9.
a) In order to be noticed by senior staff, I take on tasks myself and show initiative.
b) I carry out my duties conscientiously, not just out of fear.
10. Select one statement.
For double pay, I would be willing to work overtime.
Because I might be punished for mistakes, I would not rush when doing my work.
11.
a) My conscientiousness is driven not by selfishness, but by an objective and fair evaluation of my work.
b) I consider it my duty to always carry an assigned task through to completion.
12.
a) If people are not compelled or punished, they will not carry out their duties conscientiously.
b) I see myself as “the soldier who wants to become a general.”
13.
a) I consider it one of my primary responsibilities to complete tasks on time.
b) I recognize authority and power and submit to it without protest.
14.
a) At the lower levels of the career ladder, it is extremely important to carry out all your duties and assignments.
b) Without consistent diligence, you should not expect appreciation from others.
15.
To be noticed, a person must complete tasks quickly and well.
Even if my supervisor's instructions are somewhat unusual, I will do everything they tell me.
16.
Without a doubt, I would prefer a non-managerial role to a leadership position.
I feel afraid of possible punishment for unfinished work.
17.
a) I do not complain, even when I have to carry out several tasks at the same time.
b) Ongoing support and a kind word increase my work productivity.
18.
a) To avoid punishment, I keep myself “within limits” at work.
b) I do not settle down until everything has been done, even the small details.
19.
a) If I give my word, I follow through and make sure everything is done by the agreed deadline.
b) When working toward a goal set by my supervisor, I am punctual, careful, and diligent.
20.
a) Completing assignments punctually is the key to receiving appreciation.
b) I feel I could be punished for overstepping, so when carrying out assignments I do not go beyond what is allowed.
21.
a) I am not likely to face any major trouble; I do everything that is required of me.
b) The greater the reward, the more effort and diligence I show.
22. Select one statement:
a) I readily comply with requests because this may help my advancement.
b) I am afraid of punishment, so I keep to workplace rules and discipline.
23.
I will do even what I do not like or what goes against my principles (morals).
I feel that I have been conscientious and dutiful all my life.
24.
a) Completing an assignment punctually is the key to receiving appreciation.
b) If I am appointed as the person responsible in a group, I will do everything possible and complete the task.
25.
a) I assume my supervisor is always right, and I work accordingly when carrying out tasks.
b) For the sake of my career, I strive to do more and better than others.
26.
a) To avoid punishment, I will carry out what I am assigned, even if I am not fully well.
b) I do not need more; I am satisfied with my lot in life. I live quietly, modestly, and unobtrusively.
27.
a) In my work as a performer/executor, I aim at least for a certificate or for recognition of my achievements.
b) I was born under such a star; my role is to carry out, implement, and execute what others have planned.
28.
a) I find it easy to carry out assignments and be dependable; it seems to come naturally to me.
b) I do everything conscientiously to avoid criticism and disapproval.
29.
a) At work (or in my studies), I do not run into problems; I do everything on time.
b) If a managerial position becomes available in the future, I will double my efforts.
30.
a) Taking initiative gets you punished. I do only what I am supposed to do.
b) When completing shared tasks, success and bonuses can be achieved only with a partner who is interested in the reward.