Do's and Don'ts Flashcards

What is the right mindset to bring to the OPQ?

Answer: Calm, honest, and self-aware

A calm, honest, self-aware mindset produces the most accurate and useful profile.

Why should you DON'T-rush even though the OPQ is untimed?

Answer: Careless speed can produce inconsistent, inaccurate answers

Going too fast can lead to careless, inconsistent responses that misrepresent you.

What should you DO if you realize partway through that you've been answering to impress?

Answer: Refocus and continue answering honestly from that point

Shift back to honest answers; genuine consistency comes from being truthful, not from maintaining a false image.

What is a good DO regarding reading each statement?

Answer: Read each statement fully so you understand exactly what it asks

Reading each statement fully prevents misunderstandings that lead to inaccurate answers.

Which is a DON'T when preparing for the OPQ the night before?

Answer: Cramming a list of 'perfect personality' answers to recite

There are no correct answers to cram; rest and honest reflection are far more useful.

How should you view the OPQ's role in the wider selection process?

Answer: As one of several tools alongside interviews and ability tests

The OPQ is one input combined with interviews and other assessments in the overall decision.

What is the recommended DO if a question feels intrusive or odd?

Answer: Answer it as honestly as you can since it measures a work-relevant trait

Even unusual items map to work-relevant traits, so answer them honestly.