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    Principle Insight Assessment
    By josh

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    here are the questions i got when i took the assessment and i am not applying for any admin job...i have no idea how one go about passing this test or finding out the result.

    It seem that this assessment has it good intention but it eliminate a lot of good candidates. Godd teachers...

    I need new ideas, approaches and environments to be happy.
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    Almost all differences between students are cultural.
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    To be content with myself, I must make consistent progress toward my goals.
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    I can walk into a room and know immediately how things are going.
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    I am an excellent recruiter.
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    I believe most people want to take responsibility.
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    A school can be made better by having students and teachers focused on a clear mission or vision.
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    I believe the key to delegation is good follow up.
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    Being the best at what I do is very important to me.
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    Others often use me as a resource.
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    Principals need to keep a certain distance between themselves and their staff.
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    It is easy for me to overcome obstacles.
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    I sometimes let colleagues take credit for work I have done.
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    I don't give others a lot of praise.
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    I have always worked longer hours than my associates.
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    I want my work associates to be like family.
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    I am always aware of what is going on around me.
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    I think positively, regardless of how difficult the situation is.
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    I am a believer in Murphy's Law: "If something can go wrong, it will."
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    I paint a picture of the future others can visualize.
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    I paint a picture of the future others can visualize.
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    I am most productive when I have several things going on at the same time.
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    I always walk my talk.
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    I continually push myself to do more - to achieve more than other people.
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    A principal should treat all teachers the same.
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    I have made an organization grow.
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    You can always count on my performance to put me in the top 10%.
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    I let people decide how to do their job.
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    I always feel a need to know more - to learn more.
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    I believe the purpose of an employee meeting is mainly to disseminate information.
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    I have a calming effect on people who are upset.
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    I have a gift for coordinating people to get things done.
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    I am a very persuasive person.
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    I always seem to be thinking about work, whether I am there or not.
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    I try not to get too close to the people with whom I work.
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    In terms of the long-standing metaphor of the water glass, I always see the glass as half full rather than half empty.
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    I recognized an associate's contribution to our work today.
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    I don't think work can always be fun.
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    Whenever a fellow educator is having a bad day, I try to help him or her turn it around and be happy.
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    It is important to me to have a job that is a way of life where I have continual responsibility.
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    Extremely positive people annoy me.
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    Unless I'm productive each day, I don't feel good about myself.
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    I encourage my fellow educators to celebrate all of the small successes of each of their co-workers.
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    I lead by example.
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    Each year I raise the bar of expected performance for my school.
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    I involve my direct reports in decisions which directly affect them.
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    I want my fellow educators to see me as a cheerleader.
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    My family is very proud of my work record.
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    I measure the success of what I do in terms of the growth of the people I am working with.
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    I regularly share articles and books with friends and colleagues.
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    I like to get one job done before I start on another.
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    The well being of the students in my school is on my mind most of the time.
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    I always frame problems as opportunities.
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    I am highly responsible.
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    I have a gift for cheering people up when they are down.
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    I make an effort to know a lot about the people I manage.
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    Managing more than one task at a time bothers me.
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    I am a person who always does my homework.
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    Some students fail because they are just lazy.
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    When things go wrong, I still feel optimistic.
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    When things go wrong, I still feel optimistic.
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    I find some people intimidating.
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    I frequently do special things for the people with whom I work.
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    am very generous in giving praise.
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    I am known for going far beyond expectations.
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    I act when I have all the information.
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    Even when bad things happen to good people, I believe there will be a positive outcome.
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    Doing several things at the same time is easy for me.
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    Doing several things at the same time is easy for me.
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    I take more risks than most of my colleagues.
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    Basically, I am a do-gooder.
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    I am good at listening and knowing what another person wants.
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    I am a very organized person, more organized than most of the people I know.
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    When I am working with other people, I usually get more done than they do.
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    Celebrating successes is a must for me.
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    I always come through when timelines are tight.
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    There are situations where caring leadership is inappropriate.
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    I am a mentor.
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    I am a very optimistic person.
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    As long as I do my best, I am satisfied.
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    I see people as unique individuals.
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    Every year I tell the staff, "This is where we are and this is where we can be in three years."
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    When I'm talking on the phone, I'm often doing other things.
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    There are times when I give up on things.
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    I continually encourage the people with whom I work to do better.
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    I have recently helped someone figure out exactly what they need to do to be successful.
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    When I am in a group, I seem to be the best prepared.
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    The most important thing a principal does is hire the right people.
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    I am often the primary person in resolving conflict.
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    It is easy for me to put my thoughts into words.
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    Change is easy for me.
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    Moving back and forth between activities makes it hard for me to be highly productive.
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    I can make things happen.
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    I often wish people would quit offering me suggestions.
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    I am an outstanding motivator.
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    I develop social relationships with my employees.
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    When I think about the future, I usually expect the worst.
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    I have shared my ideas for the future with my direct reports.
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    How do you build friendships?

    by being available to help people

    by being friendly to people

    by spending time to get to know people

    by being fun to be with


    What motivates you to be well informed?

    my need to be productive

    my need to progress in my life

    my need to be very knowledgeable

    my need to be more capable than other people


    How can you tell when you are doing a good job of listening?

    I understand what the person is trying to tell me.

    I know how to help the person with advice and suggestions.

    I notice the speaker responding to my listening.

    I notice the person's agreement when I restate his/her words.


    How dependable are you?

    I am the most dependable person I know.

    I tend to take on more than I can get done.

    I always try to do what I say.

    I am as dependable as others are.


    How would you deal with directives from higher authority you believe will decrease your staff's esprit de corps?

    follow the directive

    help the staff understand and comply

    voice my concerns

    ignore the directive



    How do you evaluate your communication skills?

    My communication skills are outstanding.

    My communication skills are above average.

    My communication skills are equal to other people.

    My communication skills vary with the situation.


    How would you describe your relationships with your coworkers?

    respectful

    close

    all business

    congenial


    How do you feel about being tough with people?

    I can be tough.

    Being tough is wrong.

    Being tough doesn't work.

    If pushed far enough, I can be tough.


    What do you do to stay ahead of job pressure?

    I stay calm and take one thing at a time.

    I plan my day and anticipate what could happen.

    There is little I can do to avoid pressure.

    I work harder.


    How good are you at explaining things to people?

    I am easy to understand.

    I can explain things that others can't.

    I struggle with that.

    It depends on the situation.


    How much recognition do you give?

    more than others I have worked with

    an average amount

    not enough

    as much as is deserved


    How much do you get done in a day?

    It depends on how busy I am.

    I get at least as much done as others.

    Some people accomplish more than I do.

    I usually get more done than others.


    How disciplined are you?

    I am highly disciplined.

    I am as disciplined as others.

    I am disciplined in some areas.

    I am more organized than disciplined.


    Once you have set your goals, how do you get your employees to achieve them?

    set clear expectations for them

    provide appropriate incentives for them

    involve them in the goal setting

    tie their evaluation to goal attainment


    How does your energy level affect others?

    It keeps them working.

    It makes them move faster.

    It makes them uncomfortable.

    It energizes them.


    As a manager, how do you want employees to view you?

    as a good example

    as a resource

    as approachable

    as a leader


    How often do people come to you with their personal concerns?

    frequently

    occasionally

    infrequently

    seldom


    How do you view praise?

    I think you can never give too much praise.

    I think you need to make sure no one is overlooked.

    I think you should praise only if the person has excelled.

    I think you need to balance praise with constructive criticism.


    How enthusiastic are you?

    I am as enthusiastic as others.

    I am more enthusiastic than most people are.

    My enthusiasm varies with my interest.

    I'm more quiet, than enthusiastic.


    Counting the work you do at home, school and other places, how many hours do you work in a week?

    less than 40

    40 - 49

    50 - 59

    60 or more


    When arranging a project from beginning to end, how do you approach it?

    I put a plan into place that keeps me on track.

    I pull together people with the necessary skills to help me.

    I get input from other people about how to proceed.

    I take charge and get it done.


    When is empathy appropriate?

    in all situations

    in some situations, but not others

    when it doesn't interfere with getting the job done

    when people won't take advantage of you


    How would you evaluate your positivity?

    I am almost always positive.

    I am more of a realist.

    I am positive about some things.

    I can be pessimistic.


    For what type of person would you prefer to work?

    someone who is supportive

    someone who gives clear direction

    someone who motivates me

    someone who gives me independence


    Which best describes the pace in your life?

    fast and intense

    moderate

    variable

    slow, but effective


    What would you do if you could not easily meet a commitment you made to another person?

    tell them I can't do it now

    tell them I'll do it later

    get help to get it done

    get it done myself


    How do you think people perceive you when you speak?

    as open to their ideas

    as easy to understand

    as confident in what I am saying

    as unsure of myself


    In talking to a group about a project, what would you emphasize?

    setting objectives

    getting them excited about it

    measuring our success

    exploring alternative approaches


    How do you deal with difficult situations?

    I stay calm.

    I stay positive.

    I get frustrated.

    I ask others for help.


    How would you describe your energy level?

    My energy varies with the time of day.

    I have more energy than most people.

    I have as much energy as others.

    At times, I have less energy than others.


    How persistent are you?

    It depends how important it is.

    I am somewhat persistent.

    Sometimes I give up too quickly.

    I am very persistent.


    When do you assume a leadership role?

    I do it all the time.

    I do it with people I know.

    I do it when asked.

    I seldom take the lead.


    How would you describe your ability to achieve?

    I am an underachiever.

    I am an overachiever.

    It varies, depending on my interests.

    I am doing the best I can.

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