PERCEPTION QUIZ

PERCEPTION Quiz

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Scenario 1/5

You receive an email from a colleague that is brief and to the point, without any pleasantries or greetings. What is your perception?

Assume the colleague is being abrupt or rude.

The colleague must be busy or under stress.

Yes, assume that there is positive intent.

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Scenario 2/5

A manager misses a scheduled one-on-one meeting with you without prior notice. What is your perception?

Assume that the manager clearly doesn't value your time or contributions.

Assume there might have been an urgent issue that needed the manager's immediate attention,

Hopeful

Yes, assume that there is positive intent.

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Scenario 3/5

You and other employees from different departments are put together to work on a new project. During a brainstorming session, everyone presents different ideas based on their backgrounds and expertise. How do you perceive their responses?

Consider the diverse ideas presented, acknowledge the potential value, and discuss further as a team

You know your idea is the correct option, you are the subject matter expert!

Yes, assume that there is positive intent.

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Scenario 4/5

A co-worker just got awarded the Employee of the Month award, twice! How do you perceive their accomplishment?

Show indifference to the team member’s success and fail to acknowledge their achievement

Congratulate the employee with a "Well Done."

Yes, assume that there is positive intent.

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Scenario 5/5

Two fellow team members have a disagreement about how to approach a project. What do you do?

Engage in a conversation with both team members listening to each person’s perspective. Summarize the key points, and propose a solution that acknowledges both viewpoints.

Reply with "This argument is pointless. Here's what we're going to do instead."

Yes, assume that there is positive intent.

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Every situation can be viewed from multiple angles. Let's Foster an environment where different perspectives are respected and valued. This can INCREASE innovation, improve decision-making, and build stronger, more cohesive teams. What would be possible if you chose to be more generous in your interpretations of another perspective?

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