ABOUT MY ME AND MY WORKSTYLE

SKILLS/STRENGTHS

Innovative. I tend to be inventive and proactive in creating new ways for things to be done and always on the lookout for new ways and methods of doing things. I bring a sense of confidence which sometimes motivates and empowers others. I am very comfortable in my ability to brainstorm original ways for things to be more productive, and I am not afraid to take risks if it means finding a new, better way.

Courageous. I am a dynamic and brave person who embodies a sense of adventure and am comfortable taking risks. However, my courage and risk taking is not done impulsively but with responsibility and steady restraint.

Diplomatic. Because I am patient and confident, I am skilled in dealing with sensitive matters or people. I have a relaxed disposition that sometimes can make others feel assured and safe in my presence. I have the ability to be considerate in my interactions with my team members and take time to listen to their concerns and ideas. I believe these qualities can be quite beneficial in the many types of work.

Introspective. I have a quiet calm about me, something that others might perceive as being shy, however this trait can be advantageous in that I am able to think things through before deciding to speak. I tend to be thoughtful and measured in what I say.

Deliberate. I think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully before taking action. I am disciplined in my approach to work, taking pains to follow the rules and comply with the company’s expectations. I believe that this trait is highly valuable because I can be counted on to be reliable and consistent in what I do.

Compatible. I am an agreeable person when it comes to how I interact with others at work. As one who goes by the flow, I have the ability to adapt to almost any change thrown my way. I am accommodating of my colleagues, and it is very likely that most people find me enjoyable and easy to be around.

Passionate. I am very passionate about my work and have a tendency to get emotionally charged about work issues and bring a high level of energy and intensity to whatever I do. This increased feeling of pressure of emotion can be quite motivating and stimulating if it is harnessed correctly.

MY GREATEST STRENGTH

Multi-Tasking. My greatest strength is in multi-tasking. I am very effective at managing multiple things at once and talented in quickly producing work. My best assets are my abilities to be sharp and a quick learner both of which I feel are valuable in any type of work environment. Because I am so efficient, a fast pace or little stress will not scare me in the least.

MY WORKSTLYES

Collaborative Work Style. Although I am not at a loss when working by myself, I feel much more productive when I can work with a team and bounce ideas off other people. I enjoy the camaraderie of working with a group and feel much more effective than when working on my own. I am very confident in my ability to open up and share my ideas and thoughts with others and do not feel insecure when others review my work.  However, just because I prefer collaborative work, it does not mean that I am an extrovert or outgoing person. My collaborative style is due to the fact that I believe that I do my best work when I have the opportunity to work as part of a group.

Trusting Work Style. I have faith in my superiors and I follow directions without questioning too much. I have an ingrained respect for authority and am accommodating to the needs of my organization and coworkers. I am most comfortable when I do not have to challenge people, which make me quite easy to work with. While I am a person who implicitly trusts organizational decisions, that does not necessarily mean that I do not voice my own opinions. Instead, if it was important or lives are at stake, I would speak up in a measured and careful way, making sure not to rock the boat too much.

VALUES IMPORTANT TO ME AT WORK

Personal Growth. The aspect of a job that I value most is personal growth. For me, work is one of the main ways that I identify myself and experience new and exciting challenges. More than just a job, I believe that work should provide me with the freedom to utilize my talents and be innovative. I seek challenge and responsibility, am not afraid to take some risks, and hold on to the notion that my work will cultivate meaning as well as define me as a person. Although I have yet to obtain the sense of personal growth that I am looking for, I continue to make work decisions based on my desire to reach this goal. I hope that I will ultimately feel spiritually, mentally, and emotionally fulfilled by my work.

Security. I would like work to offer consistency and stability, with few unknowns popping up along the way. I like to make decisions based on the fact that my job will be secure for some time to come.
Helping Others. I have unselfish or altruistic concern for the welfare of others and want my work to benefit society in some way. For me, work serves a greater purpose than just the individual benefit that I might gain. I strive to know that I am somehow helping to make the world a better place.

Achievement. I am likely driven and determined to achieve as much as I can in whatever I do. I like success and desire the expert status and admiration that come with it.

Balance. I would ideally like a job flexible enough to not interfere with my personal life, I am willing to accept that my work will sometimes get in the way of my outside interests and/or personal relationships. I am willing to sacrifice some balance in order to further my career and I make my work decisions reflective of that.

Financial Success. To me, monetary rewards are somewhat important and can be motivating. Although I am not entirely driven by the prospect of financial success, I still want to be paid adequately and ultimately gain some financial security from my work.