Personal Traits Assessment
Personal traits are your tendencies, behaviors, attitudes and characteristics that make you unique. A large component involved in selecting a career in which you will be satisfied, is to find one that complements your personality.
Directions
Print the sheet, complete the exercise and then record your reflections in a career exploration/ planning notebook. Check each characteristic that describes you. Put away any preconceived notions of what traits you think you should have. Be honest with yourself. There is no right or wrong answer.
| __ | Accountable | __ | Ethical | __ | Persistent |
| __ | Active | __ | Experienced | __ | Persuasive |
| __ | Ambitious | __ | Factual | __ | Playful |
| __ | Analytical | __ | Fair | __ | Pleasant |
| __ | Appreciative | __ | Firm | __ | Polite |
| __ | Assertive | __ | Flexible | __ | Practical |
| __ | Businesslike | __ | Focused | __ | Principled |
| __ | Calm | __ | Friendly | __ | Proactive |
| __ | Charismatic | __ | Generous | __ | Professional |
| __ | Cheerful | __ | Genuine | __ | Prompt |
| __ | Compassionate | __ | Helpful | __ | Quick-witted |
| __ | Competent | __ | Honest | __ | Quiet |
| __ | Competitive | __ | Humorous | __ | Realistic |
| __ | Concerned | __ | Idealistic | __ | Reliable |
| __ | Confident | __ | Imaginative | __ | Resourceful |
| __ | Considerate | __ | Independent | __ | Serious |
| __ | Consistent | __ | Innovative | __ | Sincere |
| __ | Cooperative | __ | Insightful | __ | Social |
| __ | Creative | __ | Intelligent | __ | Sophisticated |
| __ | Curious | __ | Knowledgeable | __ | Spontaneous |
| __ | Decisive | __ | Leader | __ | Successful |
| __ | Deliberate | __ | Listener | __ | Supportive |
| __ | Dependable | __ | Loyal | __ | Sympathetic |
| __ | Detail Oriented | __ | Modest | __ | Tactful |
| __ | Diplomatic | __ | Motivated | __ | Team player |
| __ | Direct | __ | Objective | __ | Thrifty |
| __ | Eager | __ | Open-minded | __ | Truthful |
| __ | Easygoing | __ | Optimistic | __ | Unique |
| __ | Efficient | __ | Organized | __ | Versatile |
| __ | Eloquent | __ | Outgoing | __ | Well-rounded |
| __ | Energetic | __ | Patient | __ | Other:________ |
| __ | Enthusiastic | __ | Perceptive | __ | Other:________ |
Reflection:
In a career exploration/planning notebook record your thoughts in response to the following:
- Do you seen any patterns or themes?
- How might you classify yourself based on this list?
- What qualities appear to be desirable in the career fields you are considering?
- Is your personality consistent with others working in the career fields that interest you?
Summary:
In your notebook, make a list of your top 5 trait
- Next you may want to continue your self exploration by looking at your work values.
- If this exercise gave you some career ideas, you might want to do some career research.
Individual Guidance
If you would like additional or individualized assistance to explore your personal traits or see how they match to careers, please schedule an appointment to meet with a career counselor.
