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This test is based on the Personnel Decision International® well-known management competency model representing skills that organizations believe are critical to success as a manager.

Question Response I believe I have effective working relationships with my direct reports, peers and upper management.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am able to clearly communicate with others in all forms - spoken, written, email, presentations.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I demonstrate consistency between my words and my actions.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am able to analyze a problem from different points of view.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I can translate business strategies into clear objectives and tactics.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I understand my organization's mission, strategies, strengths and weaknesses including knowledge of our competitors.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am able to motivate others to make changes and improvements.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I actively promote teamwork among groups; discourage "we" vs. "them" thinking.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am aware of my own strengths and weaknesses and have a plan to develop myself.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am willing to confront problems early and work to resolve conflicts.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I encourage others to express their views, even contrary ones.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am able to work effectively in ambiguous situations, including periods of stress and pressure.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I consider alternative solutions before making decisions.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am easily able to prepare realistic estimates of budget, staff and other resources and stay on plan.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am able to bring cross-functional knowledge to bear on issues and opportunities.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I can easily make decisions in the face of change and uncertainty.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am able to adapt my approach to motivate each individual I work with.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I adapt my behavior in response to feedback and experience.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I can easily use influence instead of positional power to gain support across my organization.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I truly listen to others, without interrupting.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am able to manage my own and others priorities in order to make productive use of time.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I understand complex concepts and relationships.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 Monitor progress of others and redirect efforts when goals are not being met.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I understand the needs of my customers and work continually to improve the customer experience.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I am able to make the team mission and strategies clear to others and inspire the team to share this vision.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I accurately identify strengths and development needs of others and provide specific and constructive feedback.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5 I conduct myself with mature self-confidence and am comfortable in all business situations.   N/A 1 2 3 4 5