This report is based on the responses that David BERNARD gave in the AssessFirst personality questionnaire on Dec 20, 2014 at 2:40:39 PM (Europe/Paris). It enables you to understand how David BERNARD operates and visually represents the behavior that he is highly likely to demonstrate in 12 key areas of life at work. In each of the matrices, David BERNARD's natural behavior appears in green, the behavior he may display appears in blue and the behavior he rarely tends to adopt appears in grey. As this report is based on the perception that David BERNARD has of himself, some of its conclusions may be limited or even invalid. We recommend that you conduct a follow-up interview with David BERNARD, which will enable you to gather all the information you need to understand what his behavior means in practical terms and to put certain conclusions into perspective if need be. Profile of David BERNARD Page 2 / 15
Is emotionally involved Enjoys relationships, but does not always feel at ease in "making the first move". Interpersonal skills, readily approaches people, gets involved in the relationship, good at making connections! This crossover allows you to identify the position the participant takes in his/her relationships with others. Does he/she "throw him/herself" into his/her relationships with other people? When meeting new people does he/she find it easy to make the first move? Likes to be alone, work by himself. Puts distance between himself and others. Finds it easy to approach people, but maintains distance. Does not become emotionally involved. Often moves from one relationship to the other. Spontaneously approaches others Likes varied contacts. He expresses himself freely. Only gets involved in a few relationships. Is able to distinguish the emotional from the factual. He is assertive with people. Moves on quickly from one relationship to another. Tends to spread him/herself too thinly in his/her relationships. Fosters useful relationships. Profile of David BERNARD Page 3 / 15
Is assertive with others Knows where he is going, sometimes takes decisions unilaterally, trusts himself above all! Likes to involve people and consult them before making a decision, yet without losing sight of setting the agenda. This crossover allows you to assess the participant's leadership potential (degree of influence) and the type of management style he/she is most likely to use (directive vs. participative). Concerned about himself above all. Goes about his work as he sees fit. Likes to participate in team life, discuss and build with people. Does not take many decisions "for the group". Consults others before making decisions Imposes his/her way of seeing things. He does not care very much about people. Trusts him/herself above all. Takes strategic decisions by him/herself. He expresses himself diplomatically. Rather a domineering nature. Deaf to people's suggestions. Indifferent to others. Profile of David BERNARD Page 4 / 15
Demonstrates diplomacy Tries to come across well to people. Does not make any waves. Avoids conflict. Is able to easily get his ideas and points of view across. Controls his communication particularly well. This crossover throws light on how the participant conveys their views and sells their ideas, decisions and projects. The two aspects covered are the persuasion "potential" (quantitative) and the degree to which communication is controlled (qualitative). Says what he thinks. Is concerned about being heard, full-stop! Puts a lot of energy into communicating his ideas, even if it means forcing them through. Make or break! Tries to convince others Adjusts the way he/she communicates to those he/she is speaking to. He does not feel any remorse in his relationships with people. Finds it easy to get his/her points of view across. He uses very positive terms. Good at selling ideas, projects or points of view. He tries to assert power. Hard to genuinely gauge. Potentially manipulative. Able to duck and weave to achieve his/her ends. Profile of David BERNARD Page 5 / 15
Accepts criticism Pretends to listen, but often does whatever he wants! Shows a real ability to question himself and progress. This crossover assesses the participant's initial reaction to criticism and feedback given by others (accepts criticism) and his/her capacity to take it on board and use it to his/her advantage (basic intellectual openness). Is impervious to criticism. Seldom questions himself. Is often initially affected by criticism, then examines it closely afterwards. Potential Behavior Is open to other people s ideas Keeps to his/her standpoints. Acts as a specialist, expects others to make a strong case if they want to make him/her change his/her mind. He/she should be given feedback tactfully. He wants to control relationships. He has a lot of arguments to put forward. Hears but does not listen. Only takes notice of experts' opinions. Withdrawn. Profile of David BERNARD Page 6 / 15
Perseveres when confronted with obstacles Focuses mainly on what he has to do and doing it properly! Does not specifically try to stretch himself. Considers the professional sphere as one element among others. Maintains personal balance. Focuses on doing more and delivering more. Has a sense of duty. Is able to give it all "as long as it suits". If not, may be inclined to pass the job along! This crossing highlights two aspects of the participant's capacity for investment and engagement at work: dedication to excellence (goes beyond assigned tasks) and tenacity (means used to reach objectives). Potential Behavior Goes beyond assigned tasks Is able to become very closely involved in the professional sphere. Likes facing challenges. Makes a real difference in his/her duties. He is very responsive. He always has new ideas for moving forward. He fosters a brisk working pace. Does not always have realistic ambitions. May tire out those around him/her. Never satisfied with what has been done. Profile of David BERNARD Page 7 / 15
Perseveres when confronted with obstacles Sets himself a target and devotes all his energy to achieving it! Likes to do one thing at a time, enjoys working at his own pace, does not wish to be "disrupted". Needs to be committed to a large number of projects at the same time and to see them through to completion! Likes to chop and change, experience a variety of situations, move from one project or experience to another, etc. This crossover instantly allows you to identify how the participant reacts to routine. Is he/she naturally attracted to diversity? Is he/she capable of persevering when he/she comes up against problems? Potential Behavior Prefers varied tasks More comfortable working alone. Acquires the means to accomplish what he/she undertakes. Likes a change of activity within limits. Focuses on one target at a time and does his/her utmost to achieve it. Is determined to bring about the outcomes. He does not take time to "do things well". He questions processes. Profile of David BERNARD Page 8 / 15
Organizes work methodically Is keen to have an overall picture and set up processes and methods. Adopts an overall perspective and demonstrates an ability to change course along the way as required. Likes structure and rigor, aims for accuracy. Cannot stand "estimation". Feels the way forward, but takes special care over how things are done. This crossover shows how the participant views and deals with problems and situations he/she comes across on a daily basis. Two criteria are assessed: improvization vs. organization, and overall vision vs. attention to detail. Pays attention to detail Acts on intuition/gut instinct. He works particularly well to tight deadlines. Is flexible when handling unexpected events. He is highly flexible. Shows adaptability. He finishes the tasks he begins. Disorganized. A bit haphazard. Vague. Profile of David BERNARD Page 9 / 15
Demonstrates inventiveness Uses his creativity for concrete objectives. Sets up new methods and new tools. Mainly relies on common sense to guide his everyday actions. Likes to look ahead, imagines new scenarios, handles complex matters, invents the future, etc. Tackles problems from an intellectual aspect. Bases arguments on pre-existing patterns. This crossover is designed to reveal the participant's creative potential and the orientation of his/her inventiveness (conceptual and theoretical orientation vs. concrete and pragmatic orientation). Potential Behavior Is interested in abstract ideas Gives his/her creativity an intellectual slant. He has strategic vision. Is a recognized mastermind of ideas. He thinks anything is possible. Prefers the strategic aspect to the practical one. Sometimes not really in touch with material contingencies. Calls a lot of things into question. Thinks about things in the long term. Profile of David BERNARD Page 10 / 15
Demonstrates inventiveness Needs to be convinced of the need for the change and may then actively engage in it. Likes the familiar, the known, is not prepared to "change for the sake of changing", aims to preserve the status quo. Triggers developments, moves forward through change, focuses on creating a buzz! Tends to favor change, but does not specifically seek to initiate it. This crossover explains how the participant views change (opportunity vs. threat) and his/her degree of pro-activity when faced with change (creative approach vs. conventional approach). Adapts to change Moves forward through change, prepared to question everything. He is not satisfied with the status quo, tries to do more. Frequently has something to put forward. Likes developing his/her work. Impulsive, capable of shaking everything up. Tries to support his/her own contribution. Wants to step beyond established routines. Profile of David BERNARD Page 11 / 15
Has good internal stability. Handles pressure in a composed fashion. Gets his relaxed attitude from his environment. Seeks to preserve his comfort. This crossover puts two crucial aspects of the participant's relationship to stress into perspective: the level of basic anxiety (relaxed vs. sensitive) and the type of environment that the participant leans towards (stability vs. risk-taking). Is relaxed Functions on adrenalin! Thinks of stress as a source of positive stimulation. Reactive by nature. Finds overly stressful situations hard to bear. Needs to steer clear of pressure. Seeks stability Looks for stimulating situations. Functions on adrenalin. Is go-getting. He needs a brisk working pace in order to be motivated. He views stress in a positive light, as a challenge. Inclined to take risks. Impulsive. Restless, excitable. Profile of David BERNARD Page 12 / 15
Controls own emotions Ensures he contains his anxiety and does not show his feelings at all. Has restrained enthusiasm. Internalises his positive feelings. This crossover details the type of emotions the person mainly feels (positive vs. negative) and the way he/she conveys them (spontaneity) or not (emotional control) to others. Readily expresses reservations and fears when it is thought necessary. Gives the team a boost, helps create a friendly atmosphere. Focuses on the positive Has an infectious enthusiasm. He is an extrovert, very at ease socially. Relies on his/her emotions to foster relationships. Plays a leading, motivational role within the team. He radiates boundless energy, which impacts people. Inclined to emotional outbursts. Extremely loud and forthcoming in certain situations. Does not have much control over his/her emotions. Profile of David BERNARD Page 13 / 15
Feels uncomfortable putting himself at risk. Aims for security above all else. Thinks things are possible, but prefers to leave it up to others to take on the risks. This crossover shows how the participant anticipates "problem situations" he/she may come across (positive vs. negative expectations) and his/her capacity for taking action (decisionmaking). Seeks stability Takes risks only when the situation has specifically defined parameters. Readily puts himself at risk when the situation calls for it! Has proven entrepreneurial spirit. Focuses on the positive Shows an entrepreneurial temperament. He often tries new things and innovates. Readily places him/herself at risk. Imagines anything is possible. He needs change and to advance the way he works. Not always realistic. Prepared to take unrealistic risks. Unaware of danger. Profile of David BERNARD Page 14 / 15
This report has been generated by AssessFirst based on the answers that David BERNARD gave during the assessment PSV20. This questionnaire evaluates 20 personality traits in relation to individual and collective performance. AssessFirst creates and commercializes HR assessment tools to help HR professionals and operational managers to better recruit (recruitment tests) and develop strengths of their co-workers (360 surveys). More www.assessfirst.com AssessFirst advises against making any personnel selection, management, or development decisions solely on the basis of these assessments, questionnaires, and/or surveys results. AssessFirst is not responsible in any way for the direct and/or indirect consequences related to the use of the tools and assessments systems that it provides. hello@assessfirst.com