An Example of a Personal Values at Work Questionire
Read through the list of values below. Decide what importance each of them has to you using the rating scheme: H = High M= Medium L = Low
Put a tick in the corresponding box.
If there are any other values that are important to you, but which are not included in the list, write these under ‘Any others’ together with your rating.
Scale of Importance to you?
H
M
L
Technical Excellence
Being at the forefront of technical development
Accomplishment
A sense of having done something well
Competence
A feeling of being effective
Contentment
Having peace of mind
Creativity
Being creative in some form or medium
Culture
Taking an interest in art, music and literature
Economic security
Having a regular income
Enjoyment
Having lots of fun and laughs
Esteem
Making an impact and gaining admiration
Fitness
Keeping in good physical condition
Freedom and Flexibility
Having lots of different job opportunities
Friendship
Having close friends at work
Integrity
Being able to act in accordance with own principles; being clear and consistent in dealing with others
Personal Growth
Continuing to learn
Popularity
Being liked by most people
Power
Having control and influence over others
Religion
Having and practising strong religious beliefs
Security
Freedom from anxiety about future
Self-Confidence
Operating in a way which confirms the value of my contribution
Status
Having prestige and being looked up to
Strong Convictions
Having firm principles
Taking Risks
Having opportunities to speculate, gamble, take chances
Uniqueness
Being a non-conformist
Wealth
Making as much money as possible
Winning
Being first in a competitive situation
Experience
Having a lot of job experience