DOES YOUR MOTIVATIONAL ENGINE NEED A TUNE UP? Find out with this quiz designed for both managers and individuals by Dr. Robert Epstein. The quiz is based on Dr. Epstein's competencies approach to building motivation and is designed to help you determine what skills you need to become more motivated!
NOTE: This is a "mini" version of the EMCI-i (Epstein Motivation Competencies Inventory for Individuals). The full test, which yields an overall score plus subscale scores in eight specific competency areas, is available here . An abridged, self-scoring version of the EMCI-i is included in Dr. Epstein's recent book: The Big Book of Motivation Games. The EMCI-i focuses on the skills you need to motivate yourself. Dr. Epstein has also developed a test, the EMCI-m, that measures ten different competencies that managers and teachers need to motivate others. The book mentioned above includes exercises that help build specific competencies for both individuals and managers. Read each of the following statements and click the button next to the answer that best applies to you: 1. My work place is an ideal place in which to work: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 2. I always picture a bright future for myself: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 3. I regularly set goals for myself: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 4. Food can have a big impact on mood: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 5. The colors in my work area really energize me: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 6. I try to always keep myself well-rested: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 7. I think it's possible to look at anything in a positive way: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 8. I plan each day carefully: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 9. I really like the people with whom I work: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 10. I do aerobic exercise several times a week: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 11. I frequently visualize inspirational scenes: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 12. My work area is designed to help me perform at my peak: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 13. When I need a boost, certain foods and drinks really help me: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 14. Goal setting is key to good performance: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree 15. I always get a good night's sleep: Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree Strongly Agree Give yourself 1 point for each Strongly Disagree, 2 points for each Disagree, 3 points for each Neither, 4 points for each Agree and 5 points for each Strongly Agree. Now total up your score, check the rating scale below to find out how motivated you are. 15-27 It's In The Shop 28-39 Horse and Buggy 40-51 Model T 52-63 Fancy Italian Sports Car 64-75 Bullet Train
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