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Who Are You? The Competencies of Successful Business Owners
Part of GrowthWorx's new interactive book - Owner as Executive.
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Who Are You?
Welcome to Part 1. This first survey focuses on your personal likes and dislikes, positive and negative attributes that influence decision making. The things we like to do or do well usually get done, the rest is driven by crisis. Please be as honest as you can when reviewing the following statements. We build our consulting and coaching relations based on your feedback. Thanx from the team at GrowthWorx.
Finding Your True North
The Achievement Orientation
Describes how Business Owners perceive and respond to achievement situations such as dealing with sales, production, talent, or financial challenges.
1. I do things that need to be done before being asked or forced by events
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
2. I act to extend the business into new areas, products, or services.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
3. I seize unusual opportunities to start a new business, obtain financing, equipment, land, space, or assistance.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
4. I deliberately calculate risks and evaluate alternatives.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
5. I take action to reduce risks or control outcomes.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
6. I place myself in situations involving challenge or moderate risk.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
7. I find ways to do things better, faster, or for less (cheaper).
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
8. I find ways to do things that meet or exceed standards of excellence.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
9. I develop or use procedures to ensure work is completed on time or meets agreed upon standards quality.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
10. I take action in the face of significant obstacles.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
11. I take repeated actions or switch to an alternative strategy to meet a challenge or overcome an obstacle.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
12. I take personal responsibility for the performance necessary to achieve goals and objectives.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
13. I strive to keep customers satisfied or expend extraordinary effort to complete a job.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
14. I pitch in with employees or in their place to get a job done.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
15. I make personal sacrifices or expend extraordinary effort to complete a job.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
The Planning Orientation
Describes how Business Owners think and act about the activities required to achieve a desired goal. It involves the creation and maintenance of both the business and operational plan.
16. I personally seek information from customers, suppliers, and competitors.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
17. I do personal research on how to provide a product or service.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
18. I consult with experts for business or technical advice.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
19. I set goals and objectives that are personally meaningful and challenging.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
20. I articulate clear and specific long-range goals.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
21. I set measurable short-term goals.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
22. I plan by breaking large tasks down into time-constrained sub-tasks.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
23. I revise plans based on performance feedback or changing circumstances.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
24. I keep financial records and use it to make business decisions.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
The Power Orientation
Describes how comfortable Business Owners are asserting authority and using persuasion to achieve important objectives.
25. I deliberately try to influence or persuade others.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
26. I use key people as agents to accomplish own objectives.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
27. I act to develop and maintain business contacts.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
28. I seek autonomy from the rules or control of others.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
29. I stick with my own judgment in the face of opposition or early lack of success.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
30. I express confidence in my own ability to complete a difficult task or meet a challenge.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
31. Before trying to solve a problem, I define the issue to be analyzed.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
32. I analyze a problem by identifying the processes involved to isolate the root cause.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
33. I develop and prioritize several solutions before making a decision.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
34. After selecting a solution, I test it before implementing it everywhere.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
35. I create a method to measure and track progress.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
36. I incorporate lessons learned before implementing a decision company wide.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
Ownership Fears
Describes how Business Owners face unpredictable situations and the uncertainty for making good decisions.
37. I fear failure of the business.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
38. I fear changes in the economy will put us out of business.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
39. I fear the demands and challenges of being in charge.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
40. I fear the business consuming my life.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
41. I fear cash flow and keeping the business afloat.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
42. I fear having no fall-back if the business fails.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
43. I fear losing personal wealth because the business consumes everything.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
44. I fear growth because of the demands (known & unknown) for taking it to the next level.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
45. I fear not being smart enough for the challenges of running a successful business.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
46. I fear customer tastes will change and the phone will stop ringing.
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1 - Never True
2 - Rarely True
3 - Sometimes True
4 - Usually True
5 - Always True
End of Survey
We appreciate your time investment for completing the survey. We will contact you by email to schedule a survey debrief.
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