Personality
The SOVA’s 18-factor Personality Questionnaire has been designed to measure personality in the work context, with a view to modern organisations, where roles are increasingly fluid and adaptability to change is becoming the most important attribute. The theoretical basis of the questionnaire is the latest HEXACO personality model, also known as the ‘Big Five Plus’. Recent studies show that expanding the widely used ‘Big Five’ personality model with a sixth factor H (Honesty and Humility), significantly increases the range of possibilities for assessing personality predispositions (Ashton & Lee, 2001, 2007), particularly around Leadership Derailment (“Blokady Liderskie ©”) behaviours. This is extremely important for creating an organisational culture that values inclusivity and diversity and promotes a climate of psychological safety.
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The SOVA personality questionnaire is a next-generation tool for assessing a candidate’s fit for a specific role in an organisation. Developed from the most advanced HEXACO personality model (Ashton, Lee 2004), where the ‘H’ factor (from Honesty and Humility) identifies behaviours related to being authentic in action, showing humility and support in leading others, and being humble as well as not emphasising one’s own position. The questionnaire assesses a candidate’s typical behaviours in relation to 18 dimensions, which are the most typical for measuring potential in today’s business environment.
The following reports can be generated based on the SOVA personality questionnaire:
SOVA Trait Report includes description of the 18 dimensions universal for the business environment presented in 3 main areas: Leading and working with others, Organization and thinking style, Interacting and managing emotions.
SOVA Potential DNA Report includes description of the 9 universal potential predictors: Building Strong Networks, Inspiring Others, Change Orientation, Learning Mindset, Strategic Insights, Analytical Orientation, Courage, Drive to Achieve, Resilience.
SOVA Leadership Report breaks down leadership dynamics into 8 competencies grouped in 4 areas: Direction (Creates the Vision, Generates Solutions), Connection (Build Alliances, Embraces Diversity), Cultivation (Nurtures Talent, Leads by Example), Execution (Clarifies Expectations, Drives Momentum).
SOVA Derailment Report describes the 14 risk factors, which may disrupt professional career of the key employees and leaders: Dependent, Over-sensitive, Detached, Individualistic, Unconventional, Unpredictable, Dramatic, Boldness, Rigid, Meticulous, Stubborn, Hesitant, Casual, Intense.
SOVA Team Styles Report describes individual’s preferences to work in a team in 4 main areas: Exploring (Connector, Catalyst), Directing (Director, Energiser), Delivering (Architect, Harmoniser), Critiquing (Analyst, Auditor).
SOVA Virtual Working Report describes the following areas: Keeping in touch, Taking the lead, Looking out for others, Being open and modest, Using the facts, Coping with the chaos, Staying strong, Dealing with the changes, Thinking innovatively, Finding the right balance.