I High D! If I were to say this to a normal person, he/she would think I am drugged up and bragging about it to my friend "D" correct? Now if I said this to someone who took this management course, they would know that I am diagnosed to be a highly influential leader who possesses dominant characteristics.

From this test, I am actually pretty flattered that my results came back the way they did. I would say that the findings are accurate and encompass the way I act managerially. I would not want to become another type of leader; personally I think being influential is one of the hardest yet most amazing of attributes to develop in life. To have people look up to you and to be considered a referent is something I thrive to achieve. Having that dominant side also suits my personal profile in a sense. When time is running short and problems need to be solved, I like to be the go-to guy in making the final decision.

I believe these tests are indeed helpful in determining people’s management “type” and obtaining a better understanding of them. Psychologically you can analyze the way they view themselves, which in most cases accurately describes their very actions. This would also help in sorting through hundreds of job applications where time is a concern. You simple look for the ones with the leadership qualities desired and then follow up with the interview. Online dating is another example where this test can play an important role. eHarmony would be able to use this test as another form in which they can match their participants. So all the ladies looking for a dominant man, I am your second choice lol.

Ah, the winter survival scenario! Which my group (along with others) won, if you just happened to not know! ☺ For this case, I would want to have a leader with “S” High D traits. The leader needs to be steady in his actions and take into consideration that his ultimate decision(s) will affect the fate of many others. Therefore by remaining calm and directing people accordingly yet maintaining the ability to think on his feet and provide the final plan of action, I shall entrust in him my life lol.