Behavioural Traits
 
 

The Candidate Survey is a personality questionnaire measuring 5 basic traits: Dominance, Extroversion, Patience, Conformity and Conscientiousness.

These particular traits were selected for inclusion because of their importance in the understanding and prediction of behaviour in the workplace.

An individual's unique combination of these traits provide an insight into their motivational needs, sensitive areas, emotional intelligence and communication style.. :

 
Dominance - The Controlling, Authoritative trait
Respondents high in Dominance are concerned with getting things done, are very competitive, decisive, and not afraid of taking risks.
High Dominants are self-confident, and motivated by daily challenges and tangible results.
Respondents who are lower in Dominance tend to be modest, congenial, cautious and adverse to risk.
Lower Dominants are composed and prefer group input when making decisions.

 
Extroversion - The Outgoing, Persuasive trait
Respondents high in Extroversion are outgoing, friendly, optimistic and persuasive. High Extroverts are gregarious, eloquent, enthusiastic and enjoy interacting with people. They are motivated by praise and public recognition.
Respondents who are lower in Extroversion tend to be private, quiet, introspective, and serious. Lower Extroverts are reserved in social situations, enjoy having quiet time alone each day, and have an internal focus.
 
 
Patience - The Caring, Paced trait
Respondents high in Patience are relaxed, stable, likable and at ease with life's complexities. High Patients are good listeners, dependable, and seek to minimise conflict.
Respondents who are lower in Patience tend to be intense, action-oriented, quick-witted, and anxious for change. Lower Patients enjoy working under time pressures and keeping busy.
 
 
Conformity - The Systematic trait
Respondents high in Conformity are very precise, careful, dedicated, and concerned about what is right. High Conformists are disciplined, committed, and concerned with preserving systems and traditions.
Respondents who are lower in Conformity tend to be independent, free thinking, unconcerned about details, and more concerned with the big picture. Lower Conformists are open-minded to change, unstructured, and are motivated by freedom of choice.
 
 
Conscientiousness - The Achieving, Self-controlled trait
Conscientious individuals are purposeful, determined, scrupulous, punctual, and reliable. You know they are going to do it right, and on time. Conscientiousness is associated with academic and occupational success, but it can also lead to compulsive or workaholic behaviour.

Persons with Low Conscientiousness are more "laid back" and relaxed about their goals; they are easy-going and casual in their approach to life.