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The Workforce Spectrum Index Survey

 Job Characteristics

 Please rate to what extent you agree or disagree with the following statements.

   1.

I prefer that my supervisor sets my goals and gives me my assignments.

Strongly agree
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Disagree
Strongly disagree
   2.

I prefer a manager who provides regular, candid feedback on performance.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   3.

I prefer a job where I am expected to think of new, better ways of doing things.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   4.

I prefer a job that allows me to think creatively.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   5.

I prefer a predictable work schedule.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   6.

I need clear directions on what I need to do from day to day.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
 Employer Characteristics
   7.

I prefer an employer who spends a lot of time working with lower performing employees to help them improve their performance.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   8.

I prefer an employer who expects employees to pursue on-going training or educational experiences on their own.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   9.

Employers should provide a clear career development path for its employees.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   10.

I prefer an employer who expects all employees to follow the rules and regulations, regardless of the circumstances.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   11.

I prefer an employer who helps employees meet their family obligations through the use of flex-time, telecommuting, etc.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   12.

I prefer an employer who quickly weeds out employees who are not contributing at high levels.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
 Behavioral Characteristics
   13.

My job means more to me than just a way to earn a living.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   14.

I prefer work that provides an opportunity for growth, even if it is stressful.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   15.

Loyalty is not related to how long you stay with one employer, but to how big a contribution you are currently making.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   16.

My commitment to my employer depends on the likelihood of job security.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   17.

I prefer an environment with very little uncertainty.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
   18.

In order to keep their jobs, employees should be required to grow and improve their abilities to help the organization succeed.

Strongly agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly disagree