Color-Coded Personality Profile Test Authored by Taylor Hartman

On a sheet of paper, please number it Please answer the following questions as truthfully as you can. Answer honestly. Don’t cheat yourself!

Question #1 A. Opinionated B. Nurturing C. Inventive D. Outgoing

Question #2 A. Power-oriented B. Perfectionist C. Indecisive D. Self-centered

Question #3 A. Dominant B. Sympathetic C. Tolerant D. Enthusiastic

Question #4 A. Self-serving B. Suspicious C. Unsure D. Naive

Question #5 A. Decisive B. Loyal C. Content D. Playful

Question #6 A. Arrogant B. Worry-prone C. Silently stubborn D. Flighty

Question #7 A. Assertive B. Reliable C. Kind D. Sociable

Question #8 A. Bossy B. Self-critical C. Reluctant D. Teaser

Question #9 A. Action-oriented B. Analytical C. Easy going D. Care-free

Question #10 A. Critical of others B. Overly-sensitive C. Shy D. Obnoxious

Question #11 A. Determined B. Detail-oriented C. Good listener D. Party person

Question #12 A. Demanding B. Unforgiving C. Unmotivated D. Vain

Question #13 A. Responsible B. Idealistic C. Considerate D. Happy

Question #14 A. Impatient B. Moody C. Passive D. Impulsive

Question #15 A. Strong-willed B. Respectful C. Patient D. Fun-loving

Question #16 A. Argumentative B. Unrealistic C. Directionalist D. Interrupter

Question #17 A. Independent B. Dependable C. Even-tempered D. Trusting

Question #18 A. Aggressive B. Often depressed C. Ambivalent D. Forgetful

Question #19 A. Powerful B. Deliberate C. Gentle D. Optimistic

Question #20 A. Insensitive B. Judgmental C. Boring D. Undisciplined

Question #21 A. Logical B. Emotional C. Agreeable D. Popular

Question #22 A. Always right B. Guilt prone C. Unenthusiastic D. Uncommitted

Question #23 A. Pragmatic B. Well-behaved C. Accepting D. Spontaneous

Question #24 A. Merciless B. Thoughtful C. Uninvolved D. Show-off

Question #25 A. Task-oriented B. Sincere C. Diplomatic D. Lively

Question #26 A. Tactless B. Hard to please C. Lazy D. Loud

Question #27 A. Direct B. Creative C. Adaptable D. Performer

Question #28 A. Calculating B. Self-righteous C. Self-deprecating D. Disorganized

Question #29 A. Confident B. Disciplined C. Pleasant D. Charismatic

Question #30 A. Intimidating B. Careful C. Unproductive D. Afraid to face facts

Question #31 – If I applied for a job, a prospective employer would most likely hire me because I am: A. driven, direct, and delegating. B. deliberate, accurate, and reliable. C. patient, adaptable, and tactful. D. fun-loving, spirited, and casual.

Question #32 – When involved in a close relationship, if I feel threatened by my friend I: A. fight back with facts and anger. B. cry, feel hurt, and plan revenge. C. become quiet, withdrawn, and often hold anger until I blow up over some minor issue later. D. distance myself and avoid further contact.

Question #33 – For me, life is most meaningful when it is: A. task-oriented and productive. B. filled with people and purpose. C. free of pressures and stress. D. allows me to be playful, lighthearted, and optimistic.

Question #34 – As a child, I was: A. stubborn, bright, and/or aggressive. B. well-behaved, caring, and/or depressed. C. quiet, easy going, and/or shy. D. too talkative, happy, and/or playful.

Question # 35 – As a teenager/adult, I am: A. opinionated, determined, and bossy. B. responsible, honest, and forgiving. C. accepting, content, and unmotivated. D. charismatic, positive, and obnoxious.

Question #36 – As a parent, I am/will be: A. demanding, quick-tempered, and uncompromising. B. concerned, sensitive, and critical. C. permissive, easily persuaded, overwhelmed. D. playful, casual, irresponsible.

Question #37 – In an argument with a friend, I am most likely to be: A. verbally stubborn about facts. B. concerned about feelings and principles. C. silently stubborn, uncomfortable, and confused. D. loud, uncomfortable, and compromising.

Question #38 – If my friend was in trouble, I would be: A. protective, resourceful, and recommend solutions. B. concerned, empathetic, and loyal regardless of the problem. C. supportive, patient, and a good listener. D. nonjudgmental, optimistic, and downplay the seriousness of the situation.

Question #39 – When I make decisions, I am: A. assertive, articulate, and logical. B. deliberate, precise, and cautious. C. indecisive, timid, and reluctant. D. impulsive, uncommitted, and inconsistent.

Question #40 – When I fail at something, I feel: A. silently self-critical, yet verbally stubborn and defensive. B. guilty, self-critical, depressed, and dwell on it. C. unsettled and fearful, but I keep it to myself. D. embarrassed and nervous, and seek to escape the situation.

Question #41 – If someone crosses me, I am: A. angered and cunning, and plan ways to get even quickly. B. deeply hurt, and find it almost impossible to forgive them. Getting even is not enough. C. silently hurt, and plan to get even and avoid the other person. D. looking to avoid confrontation, and seek out other friends.

Question #42 – To me, work is: A. a most productive way to spend ones time. B. a healthy activity to be done right, if it is to be done at all. It should be done before one plays. C. a positive activity as long as I enjoy it, and don’t feel pressured to accomplish. D. a necessary evil, much less inviting than play.

Question #43 – In social situations, I am most often: A. feared by others. B. admired by others. C. protected by others. D. envied by others.

Question #44 – In a relationship, I am most concerned about being: A. approved of, and right. B. understood, appreciated, and intimate. C. respected, tolerant, and peaceful. D. praised, having fun, and feeling free.

Question #45 – To feel alive and positive, I seek: A. adventure, leadership, and action. B. security, creativity, and purpose. C. acceptance and safety. D. excitement, playful productivity, and the company of others.

Now, count how many times you answered “A”, “B”, “C”, and “D”. Here is the breakdown. A = Reds B = Blues C = Whites D = Yellows

Color-Coded Motives You have just taken a profile that reveals your CORE personality color. The profile lists many behaviors. Behaviors are determined by needs and wants. For example, if you are a “Red”, you probably have the “need to be right”. Subsequently, your behavior is likely to be opinionated. As a “Red”, you may prefer leadership positions, and your behavior is likely to be assertive and/or bossy.

Just as behavior is directed by needs and wants, needs and wants are directed by motives. Motives are the inner most reasons for thinking and behaving as we do. They are the driving force behind our personalities. Motives are the principle means of identifying a personality color.

Dual Colors While some individuals have one clearly identified core personality, most people do not. They have strong blends of two and sometimes three colors. The power behind Color-coding lies in the motives that drive us. While you may have equal answers for both the “Blue” and “Red” personality, you are not equally driven by power and intimacy.

Personality vs. Character Like our fingerprints, each of us are unique individuals. While we can all be identified clearly in our raw innate personality color, whether we like it or not, we learn new strengths and limitations as a result of our environment. These new strengths and/or limitations further identify us as individuals. Learned strengths become “character”, and help round out our innate personality limitations.

REDS (Motive: POWER) Reds are motivated by power, seek productivity, and need to look good to others. Simply stated, Reds want their own way. They like to be in the driver’s seat and willingly pay the price to be in a leadership role. Reds like to work—in school, in their careers, and in their relationships. What Reds value, they get done. They are often workaholics. They will, however, resist being forced to do anything that doesn’t interest them. Reds need to appear knowledgeable. They crave approval from others for their intelligence and insight. They want to be respected even more than they want to be loved. They want to be admired for their logical, practical minds. When you deal with a Red, be precise and factual.

BLUES (Motive: INTIMACY) Blues are motivated by intimacy, seek opportunities to serve, and need to be appreciated. Blues are thoughtful of others, and freely accept opportunities to give up something in order to bring another person happiness. Selflessness, rather than selfishness is their guiding philosophy. They hold doors open for people, offer rides when someone’s car breaks down, contribute to charity, and even devote their lives to helping others. Blues are gratified when they are listened to and understood. With Blues, a simple pat on the back will not suffice. They value sincere gratitude. Blues want to be appreciated and loved. They delight in being remembered on birthdays and other special days. Healthy Blues have a strong moral code of integrity that guides them in their decision making, their value judgments, and even their leisure time.

WHITES (Motive: PEACE) Whites are motivated by peace, seek independence, and need kindness. They will do almost anything to avoid confrontation. Feeling good is more important than being good. They have a strong, silent stubbornness that surfaces when they are being treated unkindly. They respect people who are kind, but recoil from those who are hostile. Whites enjoy their quiet independence and refuse to be controlled by others. Whites want to do things their own way, in their own time. They ask little of others, and resent others demanding much of them. Whites are often tougher than people think. On the other hand, Whites often comply with unreasonable demands, just to keep the peace.

YELLOWS (Motive: FUN) Yellows are motivated by fun, welcome praise, and enjoy center stage. They consider life to be a party and they are hosting. They love playful interaction and live by the “better offer” theory. Yellows need to be noticed and adored. Subsequently, nothing improves a relationship with a Yellow like praise. Yellows often appear as though they haven’t got a care in the world. Actually, they are quite sensitive and highly alert to other’s motives. Yellows carry within themselves the gift of a good heart. Socially looking good is very important to Yellows, and friendships command a high priority in their lives. Yellows are highly verbal, and easily bored. Yellows seek adventure. They can never sit still for long. They choose friends, who, like themselves, refuse to allow life’s “boring details” to stifle their curiosity. They embrace each day in the “present tense”.