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Life Styles Inventory™LSI Individual Feedback ReportSelf-Description Profile (LSI 1)Item By Item Report
Sally SampleSample Organisation
October 2012
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Research and development by: J. Clayton Lafferty, Ph.D. and Robert A. Cooke, Ph.D. Copyright © 2011 by Human Synergistics International.
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Self-Description ProfileSelf-Description Item by ItemSatisfaction ItemsSummary Perceptions
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en-au V.1.0 (n2)
Self-Description Profile
Overall, the strongest extensions are in the Constructive cluster.
With respect to the twelve specific thinking and behavioural styles measured, your...
Primary Style is Self-Actualising
Items measuring this style include:
• communicates ideas easily• optimistic & realistic• high personal integrity
Secondary Style is Affiliative
Items measuring this style include:
• cooperative• likes to include others in activities• friendly
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1 Self-Description ProfileCopyright © 2011Human Synergistics International
Self-Description Profile
ConstructiveStyles
PercentileScore
RawScore
Passive/DefensiveStyles
PercentileScore
RawScore
Aggressive/DefensiveStyles
PercentileScore
RawScore
Humanistic-Encouraging
Affiliative
Achievement
Self-Actualising
98%
99%
98%
99%
39
39
39
40
Approval
Conventional
Dependent
Avoidance
60%
21%
6%
33%
13
9
6
3
Oppositional
Power
Competitive
Perfectionistic
32%
25%
69%
25%
3
2
13
14
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SelfDescription Item by ItemSelfDescription Item by ItemSelfDescription Item by ItemSelfDescription Item by ItemThe following tables list by style your responses to the LSI items.
Constructive StylesConstructive StylesConstructive StylesConstructive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and positivelypositivelypositivelypositively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
HumanisticEncouraging 1 o'clockHumanisticEncouraging 1 o'clockHumanisticEncouraging 1 o'clockHumanisticEncouraging 1 o'clock
Item Score
trusted by others 2
supportive of others 2
good teacher 2
sought out by others for assistance 2
popular leader 2
good listener 2
encourages others 2
knows people's needs 2
develops others 2
considerate 2
understanding 2
thinks of others 2
thoughtful 2
enjoys teaching others 2
willing to take time with people 2
respects confidences 1
makes others think for themselves 2
sees others as basically good 2
humanistic 2
enjoys settling disputes 2
Total 39
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Constructive StylesConstructive StylesConstructive StylesConstructive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and positivelypositivelypositivelypositively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Affiliative 2 o'clockAffiliative 2 o'clockAffiliative 2 o'clockAffiliative 2 o'clock
Item Score
trusted by others 2
liked by others 2
good at interpersonal relations 2
tries to help others 2
cooperative 2
helpful 2
sincere 2
sees best in others 2
genuine concern for people 2
leads because liked by others 2
diplomatic, tactful 2
pleasant 2
relaxed, at ease with people 2
warm, open 2
likes to include others in activities 2
friendly 2
accepts change easily 2
thinks people more important than things 2
likes to share feelings and thoughts 2
judgment influenced by liking for people 1
Total 39
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Constructive StylesConstructive StylesConstructive StylesConstructive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and positivelypositivelypositivelypositively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Achievement 11 o'clockAchievement 11 o'clockAchievement 11 o'clockAchievement 11 o'clock
Item Score
earns others' confidence, respect 2
learns from mistakes, and corrects 2
shares responsibility well 2
goes to the heart of the matter 2
explores most alternatives before acting 1
realistic 2
usually thinks ahead 2
achieving 2
sets own goals 2
honest and direct in feelings 2
resultsoriented leader 2
good analytic skills 2
enjoys a challenge 2
enthusiastic 2
enjoys planning 2
enjoys difficult tasks 2
likes tasks that require skill 2
thinks for self 2
high level of aspiration 2
ambitious 2
Total 39
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Constructive StylesConstructive StylesConstructive StylesConstructive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and positivelypositivelypositivelypositively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
SelfActualising 12 o'clockSelfActualising 12 o'clockSelfActualising 12 o'clockSelfActualising 12 o'clock
Item Score
respected and wellthoughtof 2
good leader 2
optimistic and realistic 2
sound judgment 2
communicates ideas easily 2
high personal integrity 2
confident, relaxed 2
knows how people feel 2
exciting to know 2
selfrespecting 2
likes responsibility 2
nondefensive 2
creative and original thinker 2
energetic, active 2
not easily upset 2
very alive kind of 'earthy' person 2
very aware of own feelings 2
open about self 2
unique and independent in thought 2
spontaneous 2
Total 40
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Passive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and negativelynegativelynegativelynegatively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Approval 3 o'clockApproval 3 o'clockApproval 3 o'clockApproval 3 o'clock
Item Score
wants to be trusted, but it's hard 0
vague and uncertain 0
does things for approval only 0
naive 0
upset if not accepted by others 1
needs others' approval 1
upset by conflict 1
needs to be liked by everyone 1
wants to be liked 1
overoptimistic 1
dependent on family and friends 1
thinks in terms of what others think 2
seeks approval from others 1
overly sympathetic 0
agrees with everyone 0
spoils people with kindness 0
generous to a fault 0
forgives anything 1
friendly all the time 1
accepts others' values easily 1
Total 13
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Passive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and negativelynegativelynegativelynegatively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Conventional 4 o'clockConventional 4 o'clockConventional 4 o'clockConventional 4 o'clock
Item Score
inconsistent 0
seems to understand others but doesn't 0
often uncertain 0
indecisive 0
offers tentative ideas mostly 0
too concerned with looking good 0
thinks rules more important than ideas 0
tends to accept the status quo 0
enjoys being recognised by superiors 1
achieves by conforming 0
concerned with what others think 2
very conventional 0
avoids conflict 1
suggestible 0
conservative 0
conforming 0
restrained 1
agreeable 1
very respectful to others 2
reliable and steady 1
Total 9
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Passive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and negativelynegativelynegativelynegatively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Dependent 5 o'clockDependent 5 o'clockDependent 5 o'clockDependent 5 o'clock
Item Score
reacts rather than initiates 0
dependent on others 0
easily fooled 0
selfdoubting 1
easily influenced by friends 0
worries a lot 1
obeys too willingly 0
overcautious 0
predictable 0
says what's expected 0
meek 0
apologetic 0
compliant 0
a good follower 0
eager to please 0
does things by the book 0
seeks help from others 2
very respectful to superiors 0
modest 1
very tactful 1
Total 6
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Passive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive StylesPassive / Defensive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and negativelynegativelynegativelynegatively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Avoidance 6 o'clockAvoidance 6 o'clockAvoidance 6 o'clockAvoidance 6 o'clock
Item Score
doesn't relate well to others 0
has difficulty being accepted 0
seems to have strong conflicts 1
evasive 0
narrow interests 0
avoids decisions 0
easily upset in most situations 0
leaves decisions to others 0
concerned with own problems 1
tense, uneasy 1
lacks selfconfidence 0
little interest in achievement 0
takes few chances 0
selfcondemning 0
easily led 0
easily embarrassed 0
selfdepreciative 0
presents safe ideas 0
reserved 0
not aggressive 0
Total 3
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Aggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and negativelynegativelynegativelynegatively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Oppositional 7 o'clockOppositional 7 o'clockOppositional 7 o'clockOppositional 7 o'clock
Item Score
doesn't accept criticism well 0
blames others for own mistakes 0
negative 0
critical of others behind their backs 0
complaining 1
distrusts others 0
opposes things indirectly 0
usually against things 1
doesn't talk about things directly 0
opposes new ideas 0
unfeeling 0
resentful 0
cynical 0
suspicious 0
slow to forgive a wrong 0
stubborn 0
snobbish 0
concerned with status 1
hard to impress 0
never opposes authority directly 0
Total 3
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Aggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and negativelynegativelynegativelynegatively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Power 8 o'clockPower 8 o'clockPower 8 o'clockPower 8 o'clock
Item Score
seldom admits mistakes 0
resists suggestions made by others 0
little confidence in people 0
dogmatic and rigid 0
easily offended 0
abrupt 0
dictatorial 0
critical of others 0
gets angry easily 0
hostile, aggressive 0
on the offensive 0
sees others as selfish 0
needs to control others 0
vengeful and mean 0
argumentative 0
bossy 0
dominating 0
believes in force 0
runs things by self 2
hard, tough 0
Total 2
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Aggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and negativelynegativelynegativelynegatively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Competitive 9 o'clockCompetitive 9 o'clockCompetitive 9 o'clockCompetitive 9 o'clock
Item Score
thinks only of self 0
makes snap judgments 1
overestimates ability 0
egotistical 0
always has to be right 1
tries to maintain a sense of superiority 0
inclined to be reckless 0
constantly comparing self to others 0
boastful 1
expects to be admired by others 0
gets upset over losing 0
tries hard to impress others 0
likes to be seen and noticed 1
tries to be too successful 0
builds self up 1
everything is a challenge 2
strong need to win 1
likes to compete 1
proud, selfsufficient 2
selfassertive 2
Total 13
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Aggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive StylesAggressive / Defensive Styles
Key:Key:Key:Key: 0. essentially unlike you 1. like you quite often 2. like you most of the time
Note that the items are listed in order of the strength of their relationship to effectiveness (as reported byLSI 2 DescriptionbyOthers respondents). The items near the top are more strongly and negativelynegativelynegativelynegatively related to effectivenessthan are those toward the bottom.
The sum of the 20 item scores for each style may not equal the total score reported in the table above if you did not respondto all of the items.
Perfectionistic 10 o'clockPerfectionistic 10 o'clockPerfectionistic 10 o'clockPerfectionistic 10 o'clock
Item Score
selfcentered 0
can be indifferent 0
often seems unfriendly 0
doesn't seem to need others 0
forceful, direct, almost hostile 0
seeks recognition 1
deemphasises feelings 0
tries hard to prove self 0
shrewd and calculative 0
impatient with own errors 0
tends to be perfectionistic 0
seems to be driven to succeed 2
tries to be best at things 0
stern but fair 0
believes in action, not words 2
persistent, enduring 1
businesslike 2
practical 2
looks for challenges 2
competent 2
Total 14
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Satisfaction Items
How satisfied would you say you are with your...
Indicates Self Scores
X_
Indicates Average Scores *
not at all satisfied completely satisfied
1. current job or position? X_
1 2 3 4 5
2. work-related accomplishments over the past year? X_
1 2 3 4 5
3. career prospects (long-term)? X_
1 2 3 4 5
4. interpersonal relations with superiors at work? X_
1 2 3 4 5
5. interpersonal relations with co-workers/peers? X_
1 2 3 4 5
6. co-workers' capabilities and contributions? X_
1 2 3 4 5
7. organisation? X_
1 2 3 4 5
8. ability to manage stress? X_
1 2 3 4 5
9. family life? X_
1 2 3 4 5
10. leisure time activities? X_
1 2 3 4 5
11. health? X_
1 2 3 4 5
12. general state of mind? X_
1 2 3 4 5
13. personal growth and development? X_
1 2 3 4 5
Key:1. not at all satisfied2. not too satisfied3. somewhat satisfied4. very satisfied5. completely satisfied
* Mean scores for 14,000 people in the norming data set.
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Summary PerceptionsIndicates Self Scores
X_
Indicates Average Scores *
* Mean scores for 14,000 people in the norming data set.
How do you view your level of effectiveness in your current job/assignment?
Marginal; not as effectiveas I could be
Excellent; I get things done whilemaintaining high standards
X_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
How would you assess the quality of your work relationships with others?
Questionable;I'm better off working alone
Very positive;I work well with others
X_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
On your job, are you generally relaxed and at ease or tense and under stress?
Relaxed; at ease Tense; under stressX_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
How do you “fit in” as a member of your organisation?
Not very well;might be better off elsewhere
Very comfortably;I fit in perfectly
X_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
How effectively do you feel you manage your time?
Not so well Very effectivelyX_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Do you feel you are ready for a promotion to a position of greater responsibility?
Not quite ready; need more time Well prepared; ready to move upX_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
How much support do you feel you receive from your organisation to do well?
Very little support/encouragement A great deal of support/encouragementX_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
How open and truthful were you in completing this inventory?
Somewhat guarded; felt uncomfortableanswering honestly
Very open; felt comfortableanswering honestly
X_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
How would you react to any negative feedback you might receive from this program?
Defensively;perhaps would become angry or deny it
Constructively;would accept and use it
X_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
At this stage of your career, how interested are you in improving yourself?
Not very interested;I don't spend much time on self-
development activities
Extremely interested;I actively seek ideas for self-development
X_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Do you think you would be able to change your behaviour – adjust your personal style – if you desired to do so?
Probably not Definitely yesX_
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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