Psychological Readiness for Leadership Test, PRL-S - the question form
Questions: 75 · 14 minutes
Select Questionnaire Type
Male form
Female form
1. Being able to influence people through certain words or actions.
1 – Does not apply to me
2 – Rather does not apply to me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies to me
5 – Applies to me
2. Achieve goals despite obstacles along the way.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
3. Be able to interact effectively with others.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
4. Be able to analyze my behavior and reflect on and evaluate my actions and decisions.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
5. Seek non-standard solutions to problems; be creative.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
6. I promote others’ development by involving them in collaborative work.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
7. Admit your mistake when you are wrong.
1 – Not true
2 – Somewhat untrue
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Somewhat true
5 – True
8. To see not only people’s shortcomings, but also their strengths.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
9. Have my own opinion and be able to stand up for it.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
10. Continue to build my knowledge.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
11. Being a leader.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
12. Be able to navigate any situation.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
13. Be confident that the team will not let you down in a difficult situation.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
14. Keep my work and leisure areas clean and tidy on a regular basis.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
15. Improve my intellectual level.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
16. Strive to earn respect and recognition within the team.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
17. Strive to improve everything I do and am involved in.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
18. In negotiations, be able to focus on the other party’s interests rather than stubbornly insisting on your own position.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
19. Think before doing something.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
20. Seize an opportunity while it is available.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
21. Encourage others to focus on the future and personal development.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
22. Remain calm about failures and setbacks.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
23. Being able to understand people.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
24. Be persistent.
1 – Not applicable
2 – Rather not applicable
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applicable
5 – Applicable
25. To explore the world in all its diversity.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
26. Implement a team-based vision for solving problems.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
27. In any situation, I try to see the full picture, examine the causes and circumstances, and, when necessary, change my perspective.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
28. Trust people.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
29. I make sure tasks are completed on time.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
30. I keep developing my knowledge and skills to perform my job better and interact more effectively with others.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
31. I try to improve myself in order to be liked by other people.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
32. Set ambitious goals and achieve them.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
33. Being able to work effectively as part of a team.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
34. I plan my life and activities.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
35. Be optimistic and not give in to discouragement or pessimism.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
36. Encourage others to make adjustments to their work when needed.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
37. I have my own guiding principles in life and follow them.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
38. Talk with the other person about what is on their mind.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
39. Keep promises made to yourself and to others.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
40. Able to gather information from multiple sources.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
41. Create mutually beneficial agreements and work to bring your team members’ efforts together.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
42. See different ways to solve any problem.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
43. Help those who ask for help or clearly need it.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
44. Keep track of my own tasks.
1 – Not applicable
2 – Rather not applicable
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applicable
5 – Applicable
45. Being highly competent in the technical aspects of my work.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
46. When meeting new people, try to inspire trust.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
47. Always strive for the highest possible goal.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
48. Pursue my own interests while taking others' interests into account.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
49. Set priorities in life.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
50. Fight to the very end.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
51. Create an atmosphere of commitment to the work, initiative, and responsibility in my team.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Somewhat does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Somewhat applies
5 – Applies
52. I do not shift responsibility for my actions onto others.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
53. Recognize that every person has a purpose in life.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
54. Expect other team members to carry out the task that has been assigned.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
55. Regularly seek new information about the world.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
56. Support worthwhile ideas and explain to others why and how they should be supported.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
57. Able to find a way out of any situation.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
58. Provide support to members of my group (classmates, friends, team).
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
59. Put things away after using them; do not leave them lying around.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
60. I try to broaden my knowledge in my field of work.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
61. Try to develop my intellect in order to be interesting to others.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
62. Having a goal in life and working to achieve it.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
63. Resolve conflicts and disagreements peacefully.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
64. Able to identify and compare alternative solutions in the given situation.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
65. In difficult situations, I react quickly.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
66. Broadening the horizons and sense of responsibility of those around me (family, friends, classmates).
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
67. Able to stand up for my point of view.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
68. Understand that each person has their own values.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
69. Be firm in making decisions.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
70. To know a lot.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
71. Monitor how your team’s work affects society as a whole.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
72. In any situation, identify which systems and structures I could improve.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
73. Being confident that members of your team will fulfill their obligations.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
74. I like order at all times and in all situations.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
75. Know the methods and tools used in my work.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
1. Be able to influence people through specific words or actions.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
2. Achieve goals by overcoming obstacles along the way.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
3. Being able to interact effectively with others.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
4. I am able to analyze my own behavior and reflect on and evaluate my actions.
1 – Does not apply to me
2 – Rather does not apply to me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies to me
5 – Applies to me
5. Look for non-standard solutions to problems; be creative.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
6. Support people’s development by involving them in collaborative work.
1 – Not applicable
2 – Rather not applicable
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applicable
5 – Applicable
7. Admit your mistake when you are wrong.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Somewhat does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Somewhat applies
5 – Applies
8. See not only people’s shortcomings but also their strengths.
1 – Not true for me
2 – Rather not true for me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true for me
5 – True for me
9. I have my own opinion and can stand up for it.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
10. Continuing to build my knowledge.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
11. Be a leader.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
12. Able to find your way in any situation.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Somewhat does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Somewhat applies
5 – Applies
13. Be confident that the team will not let you down in a difficult situation.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
14. Keep my work and leisure areas regularly tidy.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
15. Improve my intellectual level.
1 – Does not apply to me
2 – Rather does not apply to me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies to me
5 – Applies to me
16. Strive to earn respect and recognition within the group.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
17. I strive to improve everything I do and am involved in.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
18. In negotiations, focus on the other party’s interests rather than stubbornly defending my own position.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
19. I think before I do something.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
20. Seize an opportunity while it is available.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
21. Encourage others to focus on long-term goals and development.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
22. I take setbacks and problems in stride.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
23. Being able to understand people.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
24. Be persistent.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
25. To learn about the world in all its diversity.
1 – Not true for me
2 – Rather not true for me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true for me
5 – True for me
26. Act on the team’s shared vision when solving problems.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
27. In any situation, I try to see the full picture, examine the causes and circumstances, and, if necessary, change my perspective.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
28. Trust other people.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Somewhat does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Somewhat applies
5 – Applies
29. Make sure tasks are completed on time.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
30. I build my knowledge and skills to do my job better and interact more effectively with others.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
31. To improve myself in order to be liked by other people.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
32. Set ambitious goals and achieve them.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
33. Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
34. Plan my life and activities.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
35. Be optimistic; not give in to low mood or pessimism.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
36. Encourage others to make adjustments to their work when needed.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
37. I have my own life principles and follow them.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
38. Talk with the other person about what is concerning them.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
39. Keep promises made to oneself and to others.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
40. Being able to gather information from many sources.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
41. Create mutually beneficial agreements and work to align the energy of your team members.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
42. I can see different ways to solve any problem.
1 – Does not apply to me
2 – Rather does not apply to me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies to me
5 – Applies to me
43. Help those who ask for help or clearly need it.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
44. Keep track of my own tasks and responsibilities.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
45. Being highly competent in the technical aspects of my work.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
46. When meeting new people, I try to inspire trust.
1 – Not true
2 – Rather not true
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true
5 – True
47. Always strive for the highest achievable goal.
1 – Does not apply to me
2 – Mostly does not apply to me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies to me
5 – Applies to me
48. Pursue my own interests while taking others' interests into account.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
49. Set priorities in life.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
50. Fight to the very end.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
51. Create an atmosphere in my team of commitment to the work, initiative, and responsibility.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
52. Do not shift responsibility for your actions onto others.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
53. Understanding that every person has their own purpose in life.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
54. Expect other team members to carry out the assigned task.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
55. Regularly seek new information about the world.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
56. Support worthwhile ideas and explain to others why and how they should be supported.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
57. Able to find a way out of any situation.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
58. Provide support to members of my group (classmates, friends, team).
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
59. I put my things away and do not leave them lying around.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
60. Try to broaden my knowledge in my professional field.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
61. I try to develop my intellect in order to be interesting to others.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
62. Have goals in life and work to achieve them.
1 – Not true of me
2 – Rather not true of me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true of me
5 – True of me
63. Resolve conflicts and disagreements in a peaceful way.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
64. Being able to seek out and compare alternative solutions in a given situation.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
65. In difficult situations, respond quickly.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
66. To broaden the outlook and sense of responsibility of the people around me (family, friends, classmates).
1 – Not true
2 – Rather not true
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather true
5 – True
67. Be able to stand up for my point of view.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Mostly does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Mostly applies
5 – Applies
68. Understand that each person has their own values.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
69. Be firm when making decisions.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
70. To be very knowledgeable.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
71. Monitor how your team’s work affects society as a whole.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
72. In any activity, I look for systems and structures that I could improve.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
73. Be confident that members of your team will fulfill their commitments.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies
74. I like order at all times and in all situations.
1 – Does not apply to me
2 – Rather does not apply to me
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies to me
5 – Applies to me
75. Know the methods and tools used in my work.
1 – Does not apply
2 – Rather does not apply
3 – Difficult to answer
4 – Rather applies
5 – Applies