Executive Skills Questionnaire

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First and Last Name *

Age *

Date

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Instructions

Read each item below and then rate that item based on the extent to which you agree or disagree with how well it describes you. Use the rating scale below to choose the appropriate score.

Response Inhibition

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

I don't jump to conclusions.

I think before I speak.

I make sure I have all the facts before I take action.

Working Memory

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

I have a good memory for facts, dates, and details.

I am very good at remembering the things I have committed to do.

I seldom need reminders to complete tasks.

Emotional control

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

My emotions seldom get in the way of my job performance.

Little things do not affect me emotionally or distract me from the task at hand.

When frustrated or angry, I keep my cool.

Task Initiation

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

No matter what the task, I believe in getting started as soon as possible.

Procrastination is usually not a problem for me.

I seldom leave tasks to the last minute.

Sustained Attention

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

I find it easy to stay focused on my work.

Once I start an assignment, I work diligently until it's completed.

Even when interrupted, I find it easy to get back and complete the job at hand.

Planning/Prioritizing

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

When I start my day, I have a clear plan in mind for what I hope to accomplish.

When I have a lot to do, I can easily focus on the most important things.

I typically break big tasks down into subtasks and timelines.

Organization

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

I am an organized person.

It is natural for me to keep my work area neat and organized.

I am good at maintaining systems for organizing my work.

Time Management

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

At the end of the day, I've usually finished what I set out to do.

I am good at estimating how long it takes to do something.

I am usually on time for appointments and activities.

Flexibility

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

I take unexpected events in stride.

I easily adjust to changes in plans and priorities.

I consider myself to be flexible and adaptive to change.

Metacognition

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

I routinely evaluate my performance and devise methods for personal improvement.

I am able to step back from a situation to make objective decisions.

I am a "big-picture" thinker and enjoy the problem solving that goes with that.

Goal-direction Persistence

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

I think of myself as being driven to meet my goals.

I easily give up immediate pleasures to work on long-term goals.

I believe in setting and achieving high levels of performance.

Stress Tolerance

Strongly Disagree--1

Disagree--2

Tend to Disagree--3

Tend to agree--4

Agree--5

Strongly Agree--6

I enjoy working in a highly demanding, fast-paced environment.

A certain amount of pressure helps me perform at my best.

Jobs that include a fair degree of unpredictability appeal to me.

From "The Smart but Scattered Guide to Success" by Peg Dawson and Richard Guare

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