Overall results (score 71)

John has the potential to be a great hairdresser. He possesses many of the traits that make up a well-rounded and capable worker. Although he scored high on some scales, there are certain skills and work habits that could be improved upon. With a concerted effort in these areas, he could excel. Overall, from a psychological point of view, he is well-suited to this profession. If John is already a hairdresser, his skills are probably apparent, unless there are certain specific deficits that impact his performance, despite the good overall score. Although training may be beneficial, he is ready to go.

Perseverance (score 63)

When it comes to perseverance, John's persistence appears to be fairly strong. Most individuals who score in this range possess a good amount of natural drive to work towards their goals. They typically persevere in the face of obstacles, and rarely depend on external reinforcement (extrinsic incentives like praise, money, etc.) to keep them going. People with this level of perseverance have what it takes to set professional goals and follow through with them.

Dependability (score 85)

John scored very high on the Dependability scale, which indicates that he almost always lives up to his obligations and follows through on what he says he will do. He is loyal and responsible, and the kind of person that clients feel they can count on. There is probably nothing more pleasing to a client than a reliable hairdresser; this is a fundamental trait that could mean the difference between keeping and losing business. John should certainly keep up this stellar behavior.

Entrepreneurial Skills (score 70)

A successful hairdressing trade certainly requires a strong business sense. Even as part of a team, a hairdresser’s success is pretty much in his/her hands. Knowing what it takes to keep clients coming back and to be financial successfully requires entrepreneurial know-how – and this seems to be one of John's strengths. Hairdressers like John who strive to upgrade their skills when necessary, keep an eye on trends, and do what they can to improve relationships with clients definitely have an advantage over those who don’t.

Integrity (score 93)

John's responses indicate that he is a person of integrity. He treats his clients and colleagues with the utmost respect, and the manner in which he speaks and behaves shows both professionalism and consideration for others. This attitude likely appeals to both co-workers and clients alike, and bodes well for whomever John works for. People are more likely to want to do business with someone whom is trustworthy and who treats them with respect, and John will likely have no problems accomplishing this.

Organization (score 70)

John's score indicates that his organizational skills are fairly good, but there is still a little room for improvement. In general, he seems to know what it takes to make the best use of his time and keep things at work in order, and will usually act accordingly. Given that hairdressers often work on tight schedules, good organization can help keep a hairdresser on time for appointments, improve work efficiency, and most importantly, keep clients happy. In addition, a tidy workspace will result in a safer workspace. Although first impressions of a hairdresser and a salon are based on many factors, good organization is certainly one of the most important!

Self-Control (score 63)

When working in stressful conditions or dealing with difficult clients/colleagues, it is, without a doubt, absolutely vital to maintain a cool head. John's score indicates that his self-control is fairly good. He seems to be the type of person who will usually take a moment to consider the social consequences of his behavior, but there may be a few occasions when he either has trouble keeping himself from reacting rashly, or he doesn’t fully contemplate the consequences of his actions. Most people would agree that a certain amount of self-control is necessary, as it makes for smoother interactions with colleagues and clients. Although John generally seems to possess good self-control, he can always benefit from learning new and perhaps more effective ways of dealing with difficult people and delicate situations.

Comfort with realities of job (score 50)

Most hairdressers would likely agree that a job in this field, while quite rewarding, isn’t always easy. From annoying colleagues and customers to sore feet and arms, workers must deal with conditions and situations that test both the mind and body. These are realities that John will probably be able to cope with, but may have some difficulty. His score indicates that he can generally handle the challenges encountered in this job, but they could take a toll on him over time – that is, if he doesn’t learn better ways to cope. There are different methods he can use to lessen the physical strain on his body (e.g. wearing the right shoes, making sure to get enough sleep and eating healthy) and techniques he can practice to reduce stress when dealing with tough situations. If John can find a way to deal with the difficulties he will face in this position, he will probably be able to tolerate the hairdressing environment reasonably well.

Impression Management (score 10)

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

Test-takers’ 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 a person was lying, which may invalidate the whole assessment.

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.