It has raised my self-awareness in some areas while giving me other things to think about. The score that I found most intriguing is my ambition score being a 3; Most would describe me as an ambitious person but I don't think I disagree with the report. It has been an effective tool so far as I have read through it.

I believe this trait allows me to set direction and establish values for those I lead. When partnered with my coachability it also allows me to take responsibility for what I do wrong in a way that keeps the team a safe environment.

The way I would described the impact the Winslow Report has had on me would be bitter-sweet. The reason I say this is because after reading all the descriptions of the traits that I rated low in, I realized how much work I need to do in order to be successful. It also seems like in some of the descriptions it makes assumptions that are not true about me. For example, I rate low for Structure, in the description it says that I may be frequently late to appointments i make, thats not true.
I have to say that out of all the personality test I have taken this one is the one i answered to most objectively. So as a result, I believe the information will me more reliable and accurate in most cases.

I take resposibility for my actions. If i make a mistake I acknowledge it and ask for forgiveness. I accept constructive criticism and try to improve in that area.

It is cool to look at what my personality is on paper!

I think for me that if I am content wherever I go then I will give my best efforts because I am already happy.

It is affirming to see that certain traits like Structure and Order are integral to my thought processes. I can tell you that when these things are absent in my life I lose direction and motivation.

Lacking Ambition as a Dedication Trait is enlightening, as I’ve always considered myself as and been considered an ambitious person. The Defining Adjectives in that section I don’t think are accurate, but I also understand that I am in a bit of a “self discovery” phase right now as I search for a new career so I imagine current mental focus might have skewed those results. I’m In sales. And ambition is one of the traits that made me so successful so quickly. However, it is true that my intrinsic motivations for myself are very much self determined and generally untethered to “traditional” notions of “success.”

I like to see that that my Organizational Traits are well balanced between structured attention and creative problem solving. That’s how I read it.

I am unsurprised by my Self Control Traits and would like to see some of those improve. Interestingly enough though, my lack of composure and control I have found to be something that people often consider “trust building” expressions of myself, as they display authenticity and bulnerabiloty (two things that build credibility, when metered appropriately).

All of the results are encouraging.

My ability to analyze complex situations including people, problems and potential solutions provides me the ability to take a broad problem and provide a simple, considerate solution.

Let me preface by saying that I think I’m generally receptive to feedback. That being said, I found the report to be challenging. In reading, I sorted the text into three categories by color: agree, disagree, and maybe/too extreme. I’m estimating 20% agree, 20% too extreme, and 60% disagree. After five pages of reading, I found myself getting both discouraged and frustrated by it. Perhaps this was because I was hopeful for the assessment to seem more fitting.

The Winslow has had little impact so far. I begin to revisit and think through the implications but find it difficult given the report.

Alertness - 8 - I am able to learn fairly quickly, allowing me to comprehend the scenario and make intentional decisions.

Very intrigued by this! Most of it tracks, but some of it does not so I am interested in discussing.

I am a quick learner and can pick up most skills relatively easily. I also desire to learn new things and am open about what I do not know.

Positive and reassuring that a collaborative team environment which boosts moral, is the key to a successful business

Leading by example shows your team that you are willing to help and contribute to the required workload and responsibilities for the best outcome.

The Winslow has helped me understand some of my strengths and to lean into those with more confidence while also giving me a better understanding of my weaknesses so I can better avoid situations where those attributes can negatively impact me and others.

I have always felt I am above average in taking in information from the world around me and assimilating and responding to it in a way that others might not be able to. I gravitate toward complicated gaps in the world that need attention or complex problems in the world that need to be solved. I get a high degree of energy from entering into high challenge situations.

I have done similar word surveys in the past, so no surprises with this one.

I feel I am aware of my surroundings.

• Having regular performance appraisals at a very senior level and participating in development centres with 360 deg feedback, I am aware of most of my strengths and weaknesses.
• I sort feedback from family, previous managers that remain mentors, one of my current reports and providers I worked with. My wife and daughter are very comfortable providing feedback and we had recently completed a personality survey my daughter had found online and we discussed each other’s results together. I value the feedback of others while often it is not what you would like to hear.
• Coming into this role of which I was very new too at the time of completing this questionnaire, I had evaluated my performance from my previous roles including my own business. I planned what I wanted to achieve in my 1st 100-day plan and in line with the projects David wanted me involved in. Receiving the results from the Winslow, I was able to reflect and consider this in my next 100 days. I received constructive feedback from David in my performance evaluation in August. My overall ratings were higher than I expected, I was appreciative of the effort to do this from David and the feedback. We are initiating a lot of new processes at a fast pace to engage the business and improve communication. I took away learnings from the discussion. In the past I have pushed and lead differently by managers with questionable motivations that suit themselves.

We have a diverse group of managers and I have a strong drive to achieve results for the business, the team and the customers. I have sort input from others where I feel necessary, taking into consideration the level and the medium of communication for each task, while holding myself accountable for my work and timelines.

I also took the time to discuss performance with my team and ask for feedback during the review process.

Continuous improvement by priority for the business, the customer and the team. Nurturing a team begins with good communication and a common vision. I do find it easy to seek out and involve others with the skills or knowledge to assist or lead areas of projects and I am not afraid to ask for help. We have a very diverse and complicated business. Recognising them for their efforts is important.

Other traits like self-confidence, leadership, structure, order, creativity, flexibility and composure all support me to achieve results for a business and with friends and family.

Early days as i am only 3 weeks into new employment

It has given me insight into how I can improve and also where I need to relax.
I have already taken steps to change some of my habits and challenge myself.

The ability to remain calm in stressful situations can assist others around me who are highly anxious and aid them in reducing strong reactivity and keeps control of the situation.
It also can aid in diffusing an angry or upset customer.