Culture Map Survey

We are building a culture map of the team, please answer the following quesitons

Who are you?

When communicating with colleagues, which approach do you prefer?

1

I prefer precise, detailed instructions with everything spelled out clearly

2

I mostly prefer clear communication but some things can be implied

3

I balance between explicit instructions and reading between the lines

4

I often rely on implied meaning and contextual understanding

5

I strongly prefer brief communications where much is understood from context

When giving critical feedback to a colleague, how do you typically approach it?

1

I provide completely straightforward criticism, focusing on the issue directly

2

I am mostly direct but occasionally soften my message

3

I balance between direct feedback and diplomatic phrasing

4

I tend to wrap criticism in positive messages and use subtle language

5

I communicate criticism very indirectly, using gentle suggestions and questions

When trying to convince others of your viewpoint, what approach do you take?

1

I always start with the underlying theory or principles, then move to practical examples

2

I usually present theories first, followed by practical applications

3

I use a mix of theoretical principles and practical examples equally

4

I typically start with practical examples, then connect them to broader concepts

5

I focus almost exclusively on practical applications and specific cases

What leadership dynamics do you feel most comfortable with?

1

Complete equality where everyone's input holds equal weight regardless of position

2

Mostly flat structures with minimal emphasis on hierarchy

3

A balance of respecting authority while maintaining open communication

4

Clear hierarchical structures with some opportunity for bottom-up input

5

Strong respect for authority where decisions flow from top to bottom

How do you prefer decisions to be made in a team?

1

Full group consensus where everyone must agree before moving forward

2

Broad input with strong preference for group agreement

3

Input from all with final decisions made by those responsible

4

Limited consultation with clear authority for final decisions

5

Quick, efficient decisions made by the person in charge

How do you typically establish trust with colleagues?

1

Exclusively through professional competence and reliable work performance

2

Primarily through work quality with some personal connection

3

Through a balance of professional reliability and personal relationships

4

Mostly through personal connections with some emphasis on work quality

5

Almost entirely through personal relationships and connections outside of work

How do you typically handle open disagreement in professional settings?

1

I engage directly in passionate debate, seeing disagreement as productive

2

I'm comfortable with open disagreement but try to keep emotions moderate

3

I express disagreement but with diplomacy and care for relationships

4

I tend to voice disagreements privately or indirectly to preserve harmony

5

I avoid open disagreement, instead seeking behind-the-scenes resolution

How do you approach schedules and deadlines?

A

I strictly adhere to schedules and deadlines, viewing them as fixed commitments

B

I generally follow schedules closely with occasional flexibility

C

I balance between respecting timelines and adapting to changing circumstances

D

I view schedules as general guidelines that can be adjusted as needed

E

I see time as a fluid concept and prioritize adaptability over rigid schedules