Overall results (score 74)

According to John's test results, he would likely do well in a caregiver position. Although he scored high on some scales, there are still certain skills and work habits that could be improved upon. With a concerted effort in these areas, he should excel in this position. Overall, from a job-fit perspective, he is relatively well-suited for the position of caregiver.

Interpersonal Skills (score 57)

John's results indicate that his interpersonal skills are relatively good, but could use some work. It is essential for caregivers to have excellent interpersonal skills since a large part of the job involves working with people. It would be well worth the effort to improve in this area.

Helpfulness (score 57)

According to John's results, he scored in the mid-range for the Helpfulness scale. Although he may intend to be helpful and supportive, he might not always follow through. Despite his sometimes unsuccessful efforts, he seems to have a keen desire to maintain positive interpersonal relationships. He can improve his helpfulness by being consciously mindful of his actions and how they affect those around him.

Empathy (score 98)

According to John's results, he is very empathetic. Individuals who score in this range are able to recognize the emotions of others very well and understand the underlying motivation behind their actions. He is open-minded when it comes to other's actions, and doesn't fall victim to making snap judgments. His empathy can help him establish meaningful human connections.

Emotional Strength (score 40)

According to John's results, he is somewhat emotionally strong. Although he typically doesn't suffer from moodiness, his emotions can sometimes be extreme in nature. When this does occur, it may inhibit his ability to deal with adversity and bounce back from hardship. There may also be times when his behaviors are somewhat spontaneous and impulsive. He is generally capable of controlling his anger, and he tries to consider the consequences of his actions rather than getting caught up in the moment. It would help to keep in mind that the ability to stay calm and disciplined is what gives a person the strength to face life's up and downs. It is to his advantage to put an effort into learning more effective ways to control his emotions; it may improve both his mental and physical health.

Reaction to Stress (score 28)

According to John's score on the Reaction to Stress scale, it seems as though his performance sometimes fluctuates under stress. When the pressure mounts, he finds it difficult to calm himself down. Although he is somewhat able to maintain composure and productivity, this is not the ideal condition for him. His results indicate that he sometimes cracks under pressure and is unable to handle stress.

Discretion (score 71)

According to his results on the Discretion scale, John seems to have very little trouble recognizing situations that require his discretion. Whether the context is strictly confidential, on a "need-to-know" basis or a simple harmless secret, he usually keeps the information he has learned to himself, especially when the matter is delicate. He should still evaluate whether his criteria for what constitutes confidential information are in line with others in his group, as well as with the laws and rules governing his profession. With a juicy piece of information in their hands, many people succumb to the temptation to share it, but this is not the case for him. It's a question of realizing what disclosure is inappropriate or unprofessional and controlling the urge to gossip. He puts himself in his client's shoes and considers how he would feel if a so-called professional leaked his personal information.

Social Insight (score 84)

According to John's results, he is ingeniously good at picking up on social signals, and he uses tact when dealing with the knowledge that he gains from these social cues. He steers conversations away from inappropriate subjects, and he tries to minimize discomfort in a subtle way, which makes interaction with him a smooth and safe emotional journey. It seems that he takes into account the social politics of every situation - that is, he judges people not only for their actions, but the contexts of these actions (i.e. he can forgive someone for snapping at him when they are feeling depressed or have experienced a trying life event). He is also aware of other's emotional reactions to his own behavior - and when he senses discomfort he is more than willing to adjust his speech or behavior. This sensitivity will go a long way in helping others feel comfortable around him.

Communication Skills (score 50)

According to John's results, he has a satisfactory ability to listen to others in an attempt to understand where they are coming from. He is also usually able to get his point across clearly when engaged in conversation. At times however, he may find himself dealing with misunderstandings. Being aware of our own role in the process can make all the difference between smooth communication and misunderstandings. This insight also includes paying attention to the reactions of others to what we say, knowing and practicing the proper rules of etiquette for communication, and showing sensitivity towards the feelings of others.

Assertive Communication (score 30)

According to his answers, John is not as assertive as he could be. In fact, he seems to be somewhat uncomfortable expressing an opinion that differs from the norm in a group, perhaps for fear of annoying or angering others. He may even hold back from asking questions because he doesn't want to bother anyone or seem unintelligent. Perhaps he finds himself unable to admit that he is angry or upset with someone. This difficulty with standing up for himself can be a real hindrance to effective communication. This tentativeness is often due to an overall fear of hurting other people's feelings or rocking the boat, and the root of such behavior is typically a shaky self-esteem. If he works on building his sense of self-worth, he should become more assertive as a result.

Work Abilities (score 56)

According to John's score, his work abilities are relatively good, but will definitely need to be further developed. A strong work ethic, fortitude and efficiency, among other work skills, are essential to this field. In some cases, the life of a patient may be dependent upon it. Improvement in this area of his skill repertoire is crucial.

Diligence (score 78)

John's score on this scale indicates that he is rather diligent. He perseveres in meeting goals, and is deliberate and focused. He is dutiful and works hard to complete a task properly. He keeps his goal in mind and works according to perceived expectations. While he doesn't always make reaching his goal a top priority, he usually completes his task or project, even if it's not perfectly on time.

Organization (score 49)

John's score indicates that while he is not completely methodical and orderly, he does incorporate systems into some areas of his life. When necessary, he is able to organize his time, tasks and belongings in an orderly fashion, but may not stick to this routine at all times. While time management, punctuality, and planning are not his primary concerns, he makes an effort to live a somewhat organized life.

Dependability (score 96)

John scored very high on the Dependability scale, which indicates that he almost always does what he says he will. When he makes commitments, he keeps them and takes pride in doing so. Co-workers and friends alike can count on him to keep his word and to do a complete and thorough job on any task. He is reliable and loyal, and does his best to keep his promises.

Attention to Detail (score 84)

John's results indicate that he is very attentive to detail. He always ties up all loose ends before declaring a project complete. He is meticulous - to him, there is no such thing as an insignificant detail because every finer point counts; a complete job is having accounted for every step, down to the smallest element. Just make sure that he doesn't go a little overboard and become too much of a perfectionist.

Efficiency (score 68)

According to John's score, he is an efficient individual who is usually looking for ways to save time, energy, and material. Although he doesn't always complete his tasks in the most time-effective manner, he frequently implements shortcuts into his day in order to increase efficiency whenever possible or convenient.

Self-discipline (score 28)

John's score on the Self-discipline scale indicates that he rarely monitors his behavior effectively. While he is usually able to overcome reluctance for unpleasant tasks, at times he fails to motivate himself to accomplish his goals. He often jumps from interest to interest and allows barriers such as fatigue or boredom to prevent him from accomplishing his daily tasks and overall goals. In general, he has some problems with self-discipline and may often need that extra push to get him going and keep himself on track.

Comfort with Decision-making (score 31)

John is rather uncomfortable making decisions, and may often find himself needing to be reassured once he has made one. He is not one to go on "gut" instinct alone, perhaps for fear of failure or because of time concerns. He tends to be wary of original or unproven solutions, and the unknown likely makes him uncomfortable.

Patience (score 43)

John is a somewhat patient person. His ability to tolerate delay and inconvenience probably depends on the situation. He realizes the value of patience in certain contexts but is not afraid to let his impatience show where necessary. While this ability to adapt is well-developed, there are probably a couple of situations where he could improve. He should take some time to think about what makes him impatient and why. It would help to keep in mind that impatience can result in extra stress at work.

Fortitude (score 22)

According to his results on the Fortitude scale, John is quite uncomfortable with bodily emissions and other people's physical discomfort. From inserting needles to cleaning up vomit, many caregivers are required to deal with these issues on a daily basis. It seems as though he becomes somewhat squeamish and queasy in the presence of illnesses and injuries. This inability to withstand such an environment can negatively impact his performance as a caregiver. Not only is it unproductive on his behalf, but it may also endanger the life of the individual in his care.

Work Attitudes (score 73)

Our attitude towards our job, tasks, and people we work with often has a significant impact on our actions in this setting. According to John's results, his work attitude is generally quite healthy, and this is very important. The manner in which he approaches his work is conducive to success.

Attitude Towards Honesty (score 100)

NOTE: An important issue to consider in terms of this subscale is the fact that while such attitudes are highly correlated with actual behavior, the relationship is not 100%. For instance, someone may have very permissive attitudes towards occasional slips of others and be extremely liberal when it comes to punishment, but that may not necessarily mean that they are inclined to engage in dishonest behavior. Keep that in mind when you are reading John's results.

John's results indicated a tough attitude towards theft, time theft, and dishonest behavior in general. He is someone who believes that dishonesty should not be tolerated in the workplace. He has a punitive attitude towards the behaviors mentioned in our test, something that is not generally found in people with a propensity for dishonesty. After all, who would recommend severe punishment for a behavior they partake in?

Attitude Towards Safety (score 86)

John seems to have a very strict attitude towards following rules and laws that are in place for the express purpose of keeping people safe. He likely feels that people who break important rules and laws should be punished severely. He is also much more likely to place the blame for an accident on careless behavior of the employees than on the employer or unforeseen circumstances. He feels that it is extremely important to follow safety rules and regulations on the job. People's attitudes are usually expressed in their behavior, so these results indicate that he is likely someone who respects safety rules and regulations.

Attitude Towards Teamwork (score 60)

According to John's score, his perception of teamwork and team membership is a mostly positive one. He tends to be patient, flexible, and trusting when working in collaboration with others. This approach to teamwork reaps many rewards, and is necessary for successful team membership. His positive outlook energizes him, helps him to mobilize his strengths and serves as a source of motivation to keep him and his team members going during the hard times. And he is probably a joy to have around! Generally, he is able to see the good in most people and situations. He should definitely value and nurture this ability, as it's one of his strong points.

Optimism (score 64)

John is not a complete optimist but, more often than not, the optimist in him takes over. He is fairly realistic and generally sees things for what they really are. This approach to life reaps many rewards - he is able to see the good in almost everything that happens to him. He realizes that there is some value in even the worst of situations, whether it's simply to grow and become a stronger person or learn from mistakes.

Social Values at Work (score 56)

At work, John appears to display some aspects of social values. This means that he generally values being helpful, kind and agreeable. It is fairly important to him that he have contact with people both during his free time and at work, but it is not imperative at all times. If he overheard someone talking negatively about him at work, it would likely bother him to a degree, but not to the extent where he would lose sleep over it. While he prefers his space from time to time, he also enjoys and benefits from being with other people, and as a result, he seeks out activities where this is possible.

Impression Management (score 20)

This scale assesses to what degree the results on this test are distorted or manipulated. Many people will try to present themselves in a better light, especially if the stakes are high.

John's answers are compared to responses obtained from a large sample of the general population. When someone systematically selects socially desirable responses that are rarely endorsed by others, there is a good reason to believe that a positive self-presentation bias is at play. A score that is suspiciously high may indicate that he was lying, which may invalidate the whole test.

There was little or no indication in John's results to suggest that he was either lying or trying to present himself in a favorable light. Therefore, his results can be seen as accurately reflecting who he is.

Acquiescence Scale (score 13)

According to John's results, there is little indication that he answered the test questions carelessly. This means that he took the time to read and respond to each question carefully. Although this does not necessarily ensure the honesty of his answers, it does show that he took the test seriously.