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Diagnostic

'Self knowledge is the beginning of self improvement'.. Belbin

You can begin now! Take a few minutes to try the OPAL introductory diagnostic and start to experience what the OPAL 5 Star model can offer you.

By answering a few questions about yourself, you will get an instant overview of your strengths and development areas - and some ideas to take you forward.

A. Taster Diagnostic

	Question	Always	Usually	Often	Occasionally	Never
1	I find it easy to remain calm under pressure and always act professionally, choosing my words carefully to convey the right meaning
2	I seem to have a stabilising effect on others in a crisis and can be relied upon to take the heat out of situations
3	Flapping and involving too many people in challenging situations is not characteristic of me
4	I am able to keep my performance high when under pressure
5	I don’t take things personally or react emotionally if things don’t always go my way
6	I actively seek feedback and evaluate my performance reflecting on objective evidence
7	I ensure that I learn positively and quickly from mistakes
8	I am proactive in seeking new challenges inside and outside work expressly to improve my personal capability
9	I see different experiences and challenges as an opportunity to grow and develop
10	I always know where things are
11	Others would say of me that I keep systems for organisation that are straightforward and usable
12	I prioritise work to ensure that deadlines and service levels are met often balancing conflicting demands
13	I am rarely late and never fail to keep appointments
14	I have the resolve to be able to buckle down to do difficult or unpleasant work
15	I have a high commitment to and take responsibility when the going gets tough
16	I am not one for standing back and letting life happen to me. I like to take life with both hands and make the best of every opportunity
17	I see change as an opportunity and like to be flexible and prepared for change even if this means changing my own personal plans when the situation dictates