• Interpersonal Technology Inventory

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• DIRECTIONS: • This inventory contains a series of 102 statements you might use to describe yourself. • Read each statement carefully and choose the response that describes you most accurately. • Work quickly, without spending too much time thinking about how to respond to any single item.• Click on A or B for each statement.
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• 1. I generally believe*
  A) there is a good way to do something that is based on practicality.B) there are lots of creative choices that I don’t want to overlook when I am searching for a good way to do something.
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• 2. Given a choice I had rather*
  A) share responsibility with others.B) be in charge.
• Q2
• 3. I would probably be described by others as more*
  A) sociable and friendly.B) assertive and strong willed.
• Q3
• 4. When beginning a new course of action, I would describe myself as*
  A) cautious.B) quick.
• Q4
• 5. In dealing with friends or colleagues I would most be known as*
  A) interested in the concerns and feelings of others.B) self directed and interested in achieving personal objectives.
• Q5
• 6. My personal level of activity would best be described as*
  A) intense.B) relaxed.
• Q6
• 7. I am someone who*
  (A) will listen to others’ positions first.(B) will seek to make my point first.
• Q7
• 8. I like to consider myself*
  (A) an intuitive decision maker.(B) a rational decision maker.
• Q8
• 9. I am comfortable with my decisions when*
  (A) they feel right and I generate a sense of emotional energy about the rightness of my choice.(B) I feel I have enough data to back up my position.
• Q9
• 10. When sharing an idea I believe has value,*
  (A) I describe the idea with excitement and feeling.(B) I present it with carefully stated logic.
• Q10
• 11. When making decisions, I am more comfortable with people who can*
  (A) take me through their rationale so I have a basis on which to decide.(B) cut through details and help me move quickly to a conclusion.
• Q11
• 12. When I have a disagreement with others, I will*
  (A) spend significant time worrying about the conflict I have had with the other party.(B) spend little or no time worrying about the conflict I have had with the other party.
• Q12
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• 13. I would rather be viewed as*
  (A) rational.(B) intuitive.
• Q13
• 14. When presenting an idea I consider important, I would most likely exhibit*
  (A) reasonableness.(B) enthusiasm.
• Q14
• 15. When I have an upcoming project,*
  (A) I am likely to spend plenty of time thinking of the various ways that I can go about accomplishing my goal.(B) I won’t think too much about it once I have thought of an initial approach I can take.
• Q15
• 16. I would be described by others as*
  (A) an expediter.(B) a developer.
• Q16
• 17. Deadlines*
  (A) are welcome challenges.(B) create pressure, but are necessary to get things done.
• Q17
• 18. Mentally working my way through a plan of action before actually taking action is my preferred approach.*
  (A) True(B) False
• Q18
• 19. I like*
  (A) clear cut choices.(B) lots of options.
• Q19
• 20. I am usually*
  (A) more patient with others.(B) more impatient with others.
• Q20
• 21. I would describe myself as*
  (A) lively.(B) easy-going.
• Q21
• 22. My friends and colleagues*
  (A) tend to seldom or never share personal concerns and feelings with me.(B) tend to share personal concerns and feelings with me quite often.
• Q22
• 23. I would be described by others as having*
  (A) creativity.(B) common sense.
• Q23
• 24. Last minute complications*
  (A) energize and mobilize me.(B) can be managed better with a calm approach than with an excessive flurry of activity.
• Q24
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• 25. I like*
  (A) exploring the big picture.(B) achieving a specific objective.
• Q25
• 26. I am more comfortable in situations that allow me*
  (A) control.(B) exploration.
• Q26
• 27. I am most comfortable with*
  (A) my feelings.(B) my logic.
• Q27
• 28. I would more likely prefer*
  (A) working a puzzle or word game.(B) solving a complex “people problem.”
• Q28
• 29. During my time off, I am likely*
  (A) to decide for myself what I would like do.(B) to ask others important to me what they would prefer to do.
• Q29
• 30. I enjoy a situation where I can*
  (A) plan my activities well in advance.(B) be on the move.
• Q30
• 31. Most of the time, I am*
  (A) not comfortable unless people are working at my pace.(B) comfortable allowing people to work at their own pace.
• Q31
• 32. I am more of a*
  (A) visionary.(B) doer.
• Q32
• 33. I like it when*
  (A) we have a chance to consider and take a little more time.(B) people set highly demanding timelines.
• Q33
• 34. I am more comfortable with someone who*
  (A) takes a consistent, thoughtful approach to making a change.(B) reacts to the situation and makes changes quickly.
• Q34
• 35. I most enjoy the role of*
  (A) peacemaker.(B) delegator.
• Q35
• 36. I am more likely to be described by others as*
  (A) firm.(B) flexible.
• Q36
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• 37. The word that will best describe me when I deal with others is*
  (A) forceful.(B) soft-hearted.
• Q37
• 38. I am more of a*
  (A) problem solver.(B) visualizer.
• Q38
• 39. In a circumstance where I think I am right but others differ, I am more inclined to*
  (A) argue my point even if it is likely to create disruption.(B) agree to go along with the group, and not create a difficult situation.
• Q39
• 40. If I were seeking to purchase an item I was not sure was readily available, I would be more likely to*
  (A) call and check with stores before going to shop.(B) go looking for the item where I believe it will probably be.
• Q40
• 41. I am more*
  (A) spontaneous.(B) systematic.
• Q41
• 42. In solving a problem I am more likely to*
  (A) think through the problem and then check how I feel about it.(B) get a strong sense of how I feel about the problem and then check my feelings against the facts.
• Q42
• 43. I am most comfortable with others who*
  (A) appear to make logical and rational choices.(B) are more intuitive and make innovative choices.
• Q43
• 44. When placed in a social situation where I will be required to meet several new people, I find this*
  (A) troublesome and tiring.(B) interesting and exciting.
• Q44
• 45. The word that most accurately describes my pace would be*
  (A) demanding.(B) moderate.
• Q45
• 46. When placed in a situation where I am the primary decision maker, I tend to*
  (A) trust my spontaneity.(B) exercise restraint.
• Q46
• 47. I would best be described as a racehorse who moves with lightning speed to the finish line.*
  (A) True(B) False
• Q47
• 48. Of the following two words, the most appealing one to me is*
  (A) lively.(B) leisurely.
• Q48
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• 49. The term I consider the most negative between the two following choices is*
  (A) “blue-sky.”(B) simplistic.
• Q49
• 50. I most enjoy*
  (A) stability.(B) excitement.
• Q50
• 51. It is more important to me to*
  (A) get things done.(B) be innovative.
• Q51
• 52. I am more*
  (A) driven to act.(B) laid back.
• Q52
• 53. Of the following two words, the one that most appeals to me is*
  (A) reflection.(B) activity.
• Q53
• 54. I like*
  (A) seeing things finished.(B) taking a novel approach.
• Q54
• 55. When I go out to buy something I would prefer*
  (A) to have one or two good options.(B) to have lots of possible options.
• Q55
• 56. When addressing a problem I find it helpful to*
  (A) get something down on paper that will allow me to see the issues.(B) talk about the problem in order to clarify the issues.
• Q56
• 57. When others move into action quickly in a situation*
  (A) I am comfortable and reassured.(B) I am uncomfortable and concerned.
• Q57
• 58. I will be most comfortable receiving information if I am given*
  (A) detailed facts and figures.(B) a general summary or overview of the situation.
• Q58
• 59. I work best by*
  (A) visualizing my way through a problem before taking any action.(B) moving into action and reacting to situations as necessary.
• Q59
• 60. I am so energized by others that being with a group can often increase my energy.*
  (A) True(B) False
• Q60
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• 61. I am more inclined toward*
  (A) discovery.(B) precision.
• Q61
• 62. In creating a plan for myself, I am likely to spend more time thinking*
  (A) about the future.(B) in the present.
• Q62
• 63. When I am in a crowd I am*
  (A) very aware when others are noticing me.(B) seldom aware when others are noticing me.
• Q63
• 64. I often wonder how people who make snap decisions without apparent data can possibly succeed.*
  (A) True(B) False
• Q64
• 65. I enjoy*
  (A) getting a few key things done thoroughly.(B) getting lots of things done quickly.
• Q65
• 66. I see myself as more effective in situations that allow me to*
  (A) solve abstract problems.(B) take concrete action.
• Q66
• 67. When asked to complete a project,*
  (A) I explore all the possible avenues before deciding which plan of action will be the best.(B) I will look for the practical actions that will help me get the job done.
• Q67
• 68. If I am at a party I am*
  (A) more inclined to choose one or two people I find interesting and visit with them.(B) likely to talk to lots of people, making myself a part of the group.
• Q68
• 69. I enjoy*
  (A) registering my independence.(B) building relationships.
• Q69
• 70. In dealing with others, my initial response is to be*
  (A) trustful.(B) cautious.
• Q70
• 71. When we have to get things done,*
  (A) I look for the most common sense approach and get on with it.(B) I look for new and creative approaches before settling on one.
• Q71
• 72. I would best be described as more reflective and easy going.*
  (A) True(B) False
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• 73. When I think of a typical day in my life, I generally*
  (A) know my plan of action for my day.(B) like to take things as they come and make adjustments.
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• 74. When I think about how I deal with others,*
  (A) I usually read the positions being taken by others before taking a stand.(B) I usually decide for myself what I think and then listen to the reactions of others.
• Q74
• 75. When solving a problem I am more likely to*
  (A) explore the problem fully and then carefully build a logical case for how to solve it.(B) move quickly to what I believe is a solution and then look for the logic needed to confirm my answer.
• Q75
• 76. I am more impressed by someone who*
  (A) is obviously creative and inventive.(B) has a proven track record of accomplishment.
• Q76
• 77. When allowed to operate at my own pace, I consider my preferred pace to be*
  (A) high energy.(B) relaxed.
• Q77
• 78. I am comfortable sizing up a situation and making a choice based on my experience and “my sense of things.”*
  (A) True(B) False
• Q78
• 79. Being in groups of people for long periods of time is tiring for me.*
  (A) True(B) False
• Q79
• 80. I am more likely to judge someone positively based on*
  (A) extensive experience.(B) innovativeness.
• Q80
• 81. I admire people*
  (A) who develop new ideas.(B) who produce results.
• Q81
• 82. If someone were to describe me they would probably say I am*
  (A) practical.(B) creative.
• Q82
• 83. Others would describe me as more*
  (A) reflective.(B) action oriented.
• Q83
• 84. I find myself frustrated by those who seem to need a lot of time and a lot of information before they are willing to commit to a course of action.*
  (A) True(B) False
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• 85. I am more comfortable working with issues or challenges that would be described as*
  (A) technical.(B) emotional.
• Q85
• 86. I am more stimulated by*
  (A) developing new concepts.(B) completing projects.
• Q86
• 87. Others would describe me as*
  (A) understated.(B) high energy.
• Q87
• 88. I more naturally think about things*
  (A) in symbols and a more conceptual way.(B) in a literal, concrete way.
• Q88
• 89. When an unexpected interruption occurs in my activities I usually*
  (A) try to keep my momentum going even though it is frustrating.(B) stop and regroup with an alternate plan.
• Q89
• 90. I am more prone to respond to an upcoming situation about which I am uncertain by*
  (A) letting things settle out and then taking action.(B) taking action and seeing what happens.
• Q90
• 91. I would be described by others as*
  (A) more relationship oriented.(B) more independent.
• Q91
• 92. I am comfortable acting on a hunch in decision making when I feel strongly about the situation.*
  (A) True(B) False
• Q92
• 93. I am more influenced by*
  (A) my own thoughts and opinions.(B) the thoughts and opinions of others.
• Q93
• 94. In thinking about how I work,*
  (A) I am more comfortable when working on my own.(B) I find team work a natural way to work.
• Q94
• 95. When interacting with others*
  (A) I base my actions on my personal thoughts and reactions.(B) I am responsive to what I am hearing and sensing from those around me.
• Q95
• 96. I know I can solve problems best by*
  (A) getting as much data as possible.(B) using my feelings and experience.
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• 97. I am strongly influenced by*
  (A) the needs and concerns of others.(B) my own goals and objectives.
• Q97
• 98. When assessing a problem to be solved, I prefer*
  (A) to determine how the situation is like others I have experienced so I can understand my possible choices.(B) to get as much information as I can in order to fully understand the problem.
• Q98
• 99. In most situations I am more likely to*
  (A) analyze and then act.(B) act and then analyze.
• Q99
• 100. When making a personal choice I prefer*
  (A) moving quickly to a decision and trying it out on others.(B) taking my time and thinking through the decision.
• Q100
• 101. My decisions are more likely to*
  (A) occur quickly and naturally.(B) result from more methodical, step-by-step thinking.
• Q101
• 102. It is more important to*
  (A) build relationships with others.(B) make an impact on the situation.
• Q102
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