DISCOVER THE CAREER PERSONALITY BEHIND YOUR CONFIDENCE, CHOICES & NEXT STEP

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Imagine you open your email tomorrow and discover you’ve landed a role that feels custom-built for you, no compromises. Which part of that reality would thrill you most?

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  • A.
    Leading a focused team and watching my vision shape key decisions.
  • B.
    Finally being compensated and recognized for everything I already do.
  • C.
    Doing work that aligns with my values and pays me what I’m worth.
  • D.
    Feeling confident sharing my expertise without sounding braggy.
  • E.
    Utilizing my top skills in a role where my passions and talents intersect.
  • F.
    Spotlighting bold ideas that energize the room and move leaders to act.
• 2.
  Think about a typical workweek... message notifications, a full inbox, calendar invites, emails, 1-on-1s, team chats. Which statement best captures how you feel about your career or career season right now? Choose one that best describes how you feel. 

  • A.
    I have taken on more responsibility, but title and pay haven’t caught up.
  • B.
    I have been making an impact yet still not seen as a leader.
  • C.
    I want to grow, but am not sure which direction to go in.
  • D.
    I’m good at what I do, but don’t always speak up about it.
  • E.
    I bring bold energy and ideas, even if they sometimes feel “a lot” for the room.
  • F.
    I love doing meaningful work but feel stagnant or undervalued.
• 3.
  Six months ago you were put in place to run the team as interim manager. Now an external hire has taken the role permanently. In your very first meeting, they toss out the streamlined workflow you introduced and announce, “We’re resurrecting the old approach and need a plan before we leave this room.” What do you do first?

  • A.
    Offer to handle the extra tasks and documentation so the deadline stays on track—even though it’s not your decision.
  • B.
    Ask how returning to the old workflow advances our mission, then suggest tweaks that maximize real impact.
  • C.
    Step in, outline a clear roadmap using whichever method leadership chooses, assign roles, and volunteer to steer the delivery.
  • D.
    Pause—wonder if this reversal fits where you want your career to go, and decide to observe before speaking.
  • E.
    Boldly call out why the old process failed, pitch a stronger alternative, and drive the conversation forward.
  • F.
    Request the latest performance data, promise a concise analysis by end-of-day to guide the plan.
• 4.
  Throughout your career, what's the one thing people have repeatedly said they admire about you?

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  • A.
    My dedication to purpose and doing work that matters.
  • B.
    My ability to keep everything running, no matter what.
  • C.
    My leadership, even without the formal title.
  • D.
    My calm, steady presence, even under pressure.
  • E.
    My bold energy and willingness to say what others are thinking.
  • F.
    My flexibility and ability to jump into any kind of work.
• 5.
  It’s Friday and you are preparing to leave for work… You get a text stating that the office is closed due to a power outage; and you get the day off with pay. You’ve got the whole day to yourself and zero guilt. What do you do first? 

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  • A.
    Slip on noise-canceling headphones, brew your favorite tea, and finally catch up on that book or podcast series you keep bookmarking—one uninterrupted chapter or episode at a time.
  • B.
    Pull up the community-app calendar, snag an open food-bank shift, and spend the morning boxing meals—purpose meter full before lunch.
  • C.
    Fire up a fresh to-do playlist, blitz the grocery run, sort the mail pile, and batch-cook lunches—by noon the fridge and your mind are spotless.
  • D.
    Scroll your flight-deal app, spot a same-day “Best Deal Alert” to Vegas, and book it on the spot; grab keys, head to the airport, adventure locked in before your coffee gets cold.
  • E.
    Text to make sure everyone on the team got the message and login to work from home to see what you can catch up on from home.
  • F.
    Open the city events feed, snag the last seat in a pop-up cooking class, new flavors, new friends, why not?
• 6.
  Your morning routine is on autopilot; coffee in one hand, badge and keys in the other, pacing the same hallway you do every day. Just before you sit down at your desk, that nagging career thought strolls through your mind yet again. Which line captures it best? 

  • A.
    I’m ready for more, but I’m still not seen as a leader.
  • B.
    I want to pivot—yet I’m not sure how to explain everything I’ve done.
  • C.
    I’m proud of my impact, but I’ve been underpaid and overworked too long.
  • D.
    I don’t speak up about my contributions enough; I can’t highlight what I bring.
  • E.
    I’ve done so much… but my résumé still doesn’t show my real level.
  • F.
    My bold ideas sometimes trip me up; delivery needs work.
• 7.
  You’re at the self-checkout at the store and you spot a small glowing button labeled “Reset Your Career.” You give it a press and forget about it. The next morning you wake up and every nagging career worry that you have has vanished. You would… 

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  • A.
    …apply for the supervisor role and not let another promotion pass me by.
  • B.
    …start applying for roles in new industries that mix purpose and income that reflects my skill level.
  • C.
    …overhaul my LinkedIn; actually highlighting my accomplishments and asking my peers for recommendations..
  • D.
    …focus on finding one perfect role that combines my transferable skills; that will allow me to boost my status in pay.
  • E.
    …share my bold ideas with leadership in a clarified manner; clearly outlining benefits and execution; in an energizing manner without overpowering.
  • F.
    …stop hesitating and respond to the recruiters in my in-box about new opportunities.
• 8.
  Your annual performance-review self-evaluation is due. You must name your single biggest win of the year. You respond by…

  • A.
    Describing a major project, then crediting the whole team instead of myself.
  • B.
    Declaring I “transformed the entire process” and delivered record results.
  • C.
    Listing extra duties I absorbed to keep operations seamless.
  • D.
    Showcasing projects that I led that were aligned with the company’s mission and values noting all the duties that were required.
  • E.
    Rattling off several wins—unsure which one matters most
  • F.
    Downplaying my achievement so it wouldn’t sound like bragging.
• 9.
  Skeptically, you visit your friend’s ‘never-wrong’ psychic. The crystal ball swirls; she declares one fortune about your next career chapter. You are secretly hoping to hear the psychic say…. 

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  • A.
    “Your company finally wakes up: promotion, pay bump, and freedom to shape your role arrive in one sweep.”
  • B.
    “I see you taking the helm; teams rally behind your vision, and a VP title follows.”
  • C.
    “You step into work that transforms lives and grows your bank account like never before.”
  • D.
    “Your quiet expertise becomes sought-after; industries invite you to speak, and your insights set the standard.”
  • E.
    “A perfect role emerges that is created just for you that allows you to use all the skills you have acquired and keeps you excited.”
  • F.
    “Your recommendations hit the bullseye; execs lean in, your opinion is sought after, and you’re hailed as the catalyst for game-changing moves.”

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Undeclared Leader

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  The Undeclared LeaderYou steer the ship—yet the wheel still has someone else’s name on it.You’re the glue, the strategist, the one colleagues run to when the project veers off-course. You’ve mentored teammates, calmed crises, and set direction more times than you can count. But because no one handed you an official title, you’ve started to think your leadership “doesn’t count.” Visibility—not skill—is the missing piece.Pros 🟢Strategic thinker; sees the big picture fastTrusted problem-solver and team stabilizerHigh relational EQ—people follow your lead even without the titleCons 🔴Downplay wins, credit the team onlyAvoid “leader / director” language on résuméPromotions pass to louder voices with less track recordSee It in ActionGeorge Washington — HamiltonGuides the Revolution—and later the presidency—from behind the desk, mentoring louder voices yet staying measured and steady.“Dying is easy, young man—living is harder.”What’s Next—DIY Moves (Start today)Visibility Audit Checklist - Complete the Visibility Audit Checklist, a self-directed tool to surface your hidden leadership wins. Tiny Brag Post – Pop onto LinkedIn, share a “Proud moment:” update, and tag the team after you name your own role in the win.
• 2.
  Tethered High-Flyer

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  The Tethered High-FlyerYou’ve soared for years—yet the leash of loyalty keeps you close to the ground.You are the dependable linchpin: first in, last out, always covering gaps. Gratitude for opportunities and benefits have now turned into years of over-delivery with no matching title or pay. Now resentment and “what if” thoughts tug at your sense of duty.Dependable linchpin: years of over-delivery, no matching title or pay. Loyalty feels noble—yet secretly resentful.Pros 🟢Unshakable ownership; fills gaps fastDeep institutional knowledgeTrusted mentor to junior staffCons 🔴Guilt about exploring outside offersBenefits/tenure anchor you despite stagnationTendency to carry silent workload inflationSee It in ActionEliza Hamilton — HamiltonHolds the family, finances, and legacy together while others chase headlines, proving loyalty and quiet excellence can power history.“Look around, look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now.”What’s Next—DIY Moves (Start today)Duty Dump – Grab a stack of sticky notes and jot every extra task you’ve taken on this year. Plaster them on the wall. That growing collage? That’s leverage for your next conversation.Career Clarity Walkthrough - Complete the Career Clarity Walkthrough and schedule a 15-minute Career Clarity Call.
• 3.
  Mission-Fueled Maverick

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  The Mission-Fueled MaverickPurpose drives you—but your paycheck is stalled at the starting line.Non-profits, higher ed, community orgs—you’ve poured heart and hustle into work that matters. Yet impact hasn’t translated into compensation or career growth, and you fear “selling out” if you pivot to sectors that pay.Pros 🟢Values-driven & impact-orientedEmpathy magnet—people rally around youResilient in low-resource settingsCons 🔴Résumé drenched in program language, light on metricsDiscomfort quantifying results in $$Burnout risk highSee It in ActionMarquis de Lafayette — HamiltonCrosses an ocean to fight for liberty, channeling purpose over prestige and bringing game-changing energy to every battlefield.“Immigrants— we get the job done!”What’s Next—DIY Moves (Start today)Put Numbers on the Good – Grab one feel-good win from your current role and attach a metric:“Expanded after-school program from 60 to 120 students” or “Raised $4,200 in four weeks.” Impact sticks when you can count it.Vision-Role Browse – Spend five quiet minutes on LinkedIn. Search for paid roles that mix purpose and profit—think Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Sustainability, or Social-Impact Manager. Bookmark three that make your pulse jump. No applying yet—just proof that such jobs exist (and pay).Career Clarity Walkthrough - Complete the Career Clarity Walkthrough and schedule a 15-minute Career Clarity Call.
• 4.
  Reserved Authority

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  The Reserved AuthorityExpertise? Unquestioned. Voice? Almost on mute.You’re the behind-the-scenes powerhouse—fixing crises, perfecting systems, coaching peers. Expert in the shadows—systems purr because of you, yet self-promotion feels braggy. But when the spotlight swings your way, you’d rather let the work “speak for itself.” The result: quieter colleagues get overlooked; louder ones leapfrog you.Pros 🟢Detail sniper; errors rarely escape youCalm stabilizer in crisesTrusted subject-matter guruCons 🔴Résumé heavy on tasks, light on outcomesInterviews shrink to vague one-linersLinkedIn dormant or non-existentSee it in ActionAaron Burr — Hamilton Stays in the room, listens, calculates, and speaks only when strategy demands, embodying controlled authority.“Talk less, smile more.”What’s Next—DIY Moves (Start today)One-Minute STAR Story – Grab your phone, hit record, and tell one recent win using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result). Aim to keep it under 90 seconds. Play it back. Does it sound sharp? No? Keep practicing. Metric Sprinkle – Open your LinkedIn Experience section for your current (or most recent) role, grab one quiet win, and rewrite a bullet with a concrete number—e.g., “Cut errors by 30 %.” Instant credibility, zero brag factor.Career Clarity Walkthrough - Complete the Career Clarity Walkthrough and schedule a 15-minute Career Clarity Call.
• 5.
  Wandering Trailblazer

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  The Wandering TrailblazerMap overflowing with routes, compass spinning without a true north.Project manager today, marketing guru tomorrow, side-hustle strategist on weekends—you thrive on variety. Yet abundance of talent morphs into decision paralysis, leaving hiring managers (and you) asking, “Where exactly are you headed?”Pros 🟢Fast learner; adapts across functionsCreative connector of ideasEnergized by new challengesCons 🔴Patchwork résumé confuses recruitersJob alerts overwhelm with optionsHard to articulate a focused elevator pitchSee it in ActionThomas Jefferson — HamiltonReturns from France brimming with ideas, debates policy one minute and leads melodies the next—always chasing a new venture.“What did I miss?”What’s Next—DIY Moves (Start today)Energy Pulse Check – Jot down five moments at work when you felt totally “locked-in.” Rank them from High → Low energy. Your top three? That’s your sweet spot.Thread-to-Role Scan – Spot the common skill or theme in those top-three moments (storytelling, systems mapping, deal-making—whatever shows up). Drop that skill into LinkedIn or Indeed, and spend five minutes skimming roles built around it. No applying—just proof they exist and pay. Jot those roles down.One-Line Compass – Write this on a sticky: “Does this opportunity let me [core skill]?” Slap it on your laptop. For the next week, run every new project or job lead past that question before saying yes. If the answer’s “no,” pause—wander with intention, not by accident.Career Clarity Walkthrough - Complete the Career Clarity Walkthrough and schedule a 15-minute Career Clarity Call.
• 6.
  Unfiltered Dynamo

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  The Unfiltered DynamoConfidence on max volume, EQ still bufferingIdeas flow fast, opinions faster. You command rooms, sometimes to eyerolls. Feedback about tone or timing feels nit-picky yet, missed promotions hint something’s off. The blocker isn’t talent; it’s calibrated communication.Pros 🟢High-octane creativityFearless with stakeholdersDrives momentum when alignedCons 🔴Tends to talk over others“Read the room” feedback shows up in reviewsPromotions stall despite resultsSee it in ActionAlexander Hamilton — HamiltonPours out essays, plans, and speeches at lightning speed—bold, brilliant, sometimes too loud for the room.“I am not throwing away my shot!”What’s Next—DIY Moves (Start today)Clarifier First - In your very next meeting, ask one clarifying question before you share a solution. Notice how the room leans in (or relaxes) when you lead with curiosity.20-Second Power Cut — Voice-memo the first 40 seconds of your next big idea. Play it back and tighten the wording until it lands in 20 seconds or less. Feel the shift from “blast” to “burst.”Three-Bullet Pitch Pad — Before pitching any idea, jot down exactly three bullets: Problem · Idea · Win. Keep the note in view while talking to stay crisp and on-purpose.Career Clarity Walkthrough - Complete the Career Clarity Walkthrough and schedule a 15-minute Career Clarity Call.