Leisurely This scale is concerned with the tendency to want to work according to one's own timetable and standards of performance. High scorers tend to resist being hurried or instructed by others and become resentful and irritated when asked to increase the speed or quality of their performance; but they are likely to mask the resentment well. Although people with high scores on this scale can be outwardly pleasant and sociable, others may find them hard to work with because of their procrastination, stubbornness, and reluctance to be part of a team. Score = 98th percentile (raw score = 10 ) Sophie received a very high score on this scale. This suggests that, on a positive note, Sophie will seem to be obliging and pleasant towards her colleagues while able to remain focused; she will be able to stick to her own agenda without being swayed by the comments and needs of others. On the whole, Sophie is probably very good at maintaining a socially acceptable facade at work, even when things are bothering her. However, when unguarded or feeling the pressure, negative tendencies may appear in the work style of people with profiles similar to Sophie. As others make demands on their time, such people may dig their heels in even more, and resist being diverted from their own schedule. This may mean that they will procrastinate, ignore the opinions and needs of others, and put off tasks that seem personally irrelevant. This stubbornness may stem from irritation towards those who make demands on them, and they may too readily blame these staff members, or a lack of resources, when jobs fail to be completed effectively. People with high scores on this scale may covertly question the capabilities of colleagues and ignore their constructive criticism, as part of their tendency to be quietly, and defensively, self-indulgent. Discussion points Would you find it difficult to remain calm and attentive if interrupted while busy? Even when someone has really upset or irritated you at work do you tend to hide your resentment and annoyance? Can you remember ever retaliating when someone has annoyed you by being unco-operative, stubborn, or slow to respond? Are you late for meetings? Have you ever resented being asked for help when you're busy? Do you sometimes think your boss is incompetent? Do you tend to ignore others who challenge your methods or your work? If someone asks you to do an urgent job that you're not interested in do you tend to put it to one side for a while and continue with the work you already have?
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