PCA - test

You are now about to complete the PCA test. PCA stands for Personal Capacity Analysis. The purpose of this test is not to judge you or to determine your opportunities.
Its goal is to gain insight into your current strengths and to identify potential pitfalls. The analysis will also provide insight into how certain communication challenges arise and offer advice on how to avoid specific pitfalls.
You will also receive your personal results.

Name

Last name

Company

Your function

Phone

Read this before completing the test.

There are no right or wrong answers in this test. So don’t worry about whether your response will please someone or not. No one will see the specific questions afterwards—only the analysis of the test.
Do not answer based on who you would like to be, or what you think you should answer. Answer the test honestly. Again, individual answers will not be shared afterwards, and on their own, they have no meaning.
Also, don’t go back to change your answers. Once answered is answered. There is a reason your instinct preferred a certain response.
There’s no need to worry. Individual answers will not be shared, and your results will only be shared with you and (if agreed) with your manager.

The test takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.

Always choose the statement that best fits you or applies most to you.

Some statements may seem similar. At times, you may recognize yourself in both statements, or in neither. Still, always choose the option that comes closest to you.

Question 1

1. I like to explain things.

2. I like to help.

Question 2

1. I easily feel sorry for others.

2. I am always willing to compromise.

Question 3

1. I am always friendly & kind to others.

2. I am conscientious.

Question 4

1. I admire strong personalities.

2. I withdraw from conflicts.

Question 5

1. I am shy.

2. I easily fight things.

Question 6

1. I dare to question or challenge what is generally accepted.

2. I don’t let people walk all over me.

Question 7

1. In conflicts, I stand up for my opinion.

2. I like to be the best.

Question 8

1. If something doesn't work efficiently, I undertake action or organise things myself.

2. I set aside my personal opinion to avoid arguments or conflict.

Question 9

1. I stand up for people who are not strong or assertive.

2. I stick to agreements.

Question 10

1. I find it very upsetting if someone doesn’t like me.

2. I am modest.

Question 11

1. I do my best to follow along, even when the explanation is boring.

2. I only accept things when I see proof.

Question 12

1. I can easily apologize.

2. I can make demands to others.

Question 13

1. I can’t stand being held back or restricted.

2. I make decisions in an independent and rational way / I am able to make decisions on my own.

Question 14

1. When faced with a difficult decision, I am able to make a firm choice.

2. I carry out what is asked of me as well as possible.

Question 15

1. I can easily forgive someone.

2. I doubt or overthink well before speaking.

Question 16

1. I tend to excuses others quickly.

2. I complain about things that have grown wrong.

Question 17

1. I easily go along with what the majority has decided.

2. I am straightforward and direct.

Question 18

1. I tend to stay in the background.

2. I can easily talk about myself.

Question 19

1. I take a lot of initiative in the group.

2. I get worked up quickly with a situation that isn’t going the way I want.

Question 20

1. I like to comfort others

2. I am capable of giving well-founded criticism.

Question 21

1. I easily agree with everyone.

2. I put very annoying or pushy people in their place.

Question 22

1. I like to get advice.

2. I can take care of myself.

Question 23

1. I make clear agreements.

2. I speak up when something doesn’t follow the rules.

Question 24

1. I quickly feel responsible.

2. I can be strict when necessary.

Question 25

1. I am accommodating.

2. I dare to show myself as I am.

Question 26

1. I make sure that everyone gets a share of the task.

2. I clearly speak out against injustices.

Question 27

1. I make sure that everyone gets what they need or want.

2. I set high standards for myself.

Question 28

1. I always tend to take the lead.

2. I know my capabilities very well.

Question 29

1. I am helpful.

2. I can give instructions.

Question 30

1. I like to work with others.

2. I like to give.

Question 31

1. I respect authority.

2. I easily trust others.

Question 32

1. I am able to criticize myself.

2. I easily trust others.

Question 33

1. I am not easy to convice.

2. I am reserved / I don’t open up easily / I don’t let myself go easily.

Question 34

1. I like to tease others.

2. I can’t stand being held back. I place a high value on personal freedom.

Question 35

1. I dare to speak up in large groups.

2. I'm not scared for open differences in opinions.

Question 36

1. I try to avoid difficulties as much as possible.

2. I make it clear to others how they should proceed.

Question 37

1. I adapt easily.

2. I like to take care of myself.

Question 38

1. I leave others alone.

2. I set aside my personal opinion to avoid arguments.

Question 39

1. I am cautious about making quick decisions.

2. I stick to agreements.

Question 40

1. I can easily refuse requests from superiors.

2. I hesitate before I say or do something.

Question 41

1. I like to compete with others.

2. I am not easy to convince.

Question 42

1. I do my best to follow an explanation when it is boring.

2. I can lead a group activity.

Question 43

1. I am capable of self-criticism.

2. I quickly feel responsable.

Question 44

1. I speak up when things don’t follow the rules.

2. I find it very upsetting if someone doesn’t like me.

Question 45

1. I am able to set demands for others.

2. I carry out what is asked of me as well as possible.

Question 46

1. I am full of confidence.

2. I am very modest.

Question 47

1. I withdraw when there are conflicts.

2. I take the initiative to organize things myself when something is not running efficiently.

Question 48

1. I stand up against injustice.

2. I am helpful.

Question 49

1. I clearly speak out against injustice.

2. I easily trust others.

Question 50

1. I like to be the best.

2. I admire strong personalities.

Question 51

1. I dare to question things that are generally accepted.

2. I like to explain things.

Question 52

1. I don’t let people walk all over me.

2. I quickly feel sorry.

Question 53

1. I make decisions in an independent and rational way.

2. I am kind to everyone.

Question 54

1. In conflicts, I speak up clearly for my opinion.

2. I make clear agreements.

Question 55

1. I dare to speak up in large groups.

2. I protect the weak.

Question 56

1. I dare to show my true self.

2. I make it clear to others how they should proceed.