I also searched around and found some statistical data on the scores of a large group of people who took the test already, so you can put your score into context at the end.
Instructions: Grab a pen and a piece of paper and for each question write down the number which best describes the extent to which you agree or disagree. And be honest with yourself!
1 = Definitely disagree
2 = Mostly disagree
3 = Somewhat disagree
4 = Somewhat agree
5 = Mostly agree
6 = Definitely agree
- I know how to change specific things that I want to change in my life.
- I have a good sense of where I am headed in my life.
- If I want to change something in my life, I initiate the transition process.
- I can choose the role that I want to have in a group.
- I know what I need to do to get started toward reaching my goals.
- I have a specific action plan to help me reach my goals.
- I take charge of my life.
- I know what my unique contribution to the world might be.
- I have a plan for making my life more balanced.
To tabulate your score add up all your answers. The higher the number, the more committed you are to personal growth.
The test is out of 54 and the average score is 39 35.5 (after adding in data from other studies). Most people (based on standard deviation) score between 28 and 43. I got a 48, what did you get?
Additional Reading:
- The original test (pdf)
- Personal Growth Intiative: The Construct and it’s Measure by Christine Robitschek - Unfortunately I can’t find this study anywhere in the public domain, but if you really want to see it contact me and I’ll see if I can work something out.
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Ok, so I only scored a 27 on the test - is this the reason you are writting blogs and I’m reading blogs? What does the score mean? What do I do now???
Wendy,
A 27 isn’t the end of the world. The first thing you should do is ask yourself if the things the test was asking about are important to you or not.
If you think those things are important then that means you have lots of room for improvement.
I wish I could point you to a bunch of posts on this blog that relate to personal growth commitment and initiative but it’s young and there isn’t much here yet. I promise I will address this topic though in the next few weeks.
And if you can’t wait for me, you should see what you can find on increasing your assertiveness, your internal locus of control (to what degree you control your own life), and instrumentality (a focus on getting the job done). These three things are all linked to personal growth commitment.
Thanks Stu - I appreicate your pointing me in the right direction!