Hierarchy of Work Motives Test - the question form
Questions: 5 · 10 minutes
1. I prefer a profession that would allow me to
be the center of attention
help people
manage other people
engage in creative work
avoid financial difficulties
2. If I had a lot of money, I would invest it
in advertising for my work
in charitable activities
in my election campaign
in research and creative projects
in secure stocks or in a bank at a high interest rate
3. I am attracted to a profession in
acting, journalism, or television presenting
the clergy, medicine, or teaching
politics or a leadership role
science or the arts (e.g., scientist, artist, writer, poet)
banking or finance
4. The statement I identify with more is:
A person whose fame resounds will never lack friends or other people’s goodwill.
If you are looking for a way to make your life meaningful, start by helping other people.
The desire for power is as inherent in human nature as submitting to power over oneself.
For someone who has experienced the joy of creativity, other pleasures no longer matter.
Money rules the world, and the one with more of it is stronger.
5. What matters most to me in life is
fame and recognition from others
the opportunity to serve other people
power over other people
creative freedom
financial well-being