BENE Test

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Demographics - Step 1 of 4

Your ID Code

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Your E-Mail Address

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What is your gender?

Female
Male
Prefer not to say

What is the highest level of school you have completed or the highest degree you have received?

Less than high school degree
High school degree or equivalent
Some college but no degree
Bachelor degree
Graduate or Master degree
Ph.D. or Doctorate

Which of the following categories best describes your employment status?

Employed, working 35 or more hours per week
Employed, working 1 to 35 hours per week
Self-employed
Entrepreneur or business owner with more than 10 employees
Not employed, looking for work
Not employed, and NOT looking for work
Retired
Disabled, not able to work

What is your profession?

What is your job title?

Your Age

When I play a game,... *

...collecting scores is more important for me than winning the game.
...winning the game is more important for me than collecting the scores.

When I go to the cinema,... *

...watching the movie is more important to me than having snacks.
...popcorns, tortillas, and other snacks are an integral part of watching a movie.

I go to a friend's party... *

...to socialize with other people.
...for the games, the food, and the drinks.

When exercising,... *

...I want to change my weight, my health, or my mood. I am happy when I reach my goals.
...I track my activities and document it. It makes me happy to see that I exercised so many days per week.

In a group project,... *

...the final result is more important to me than what happens meanwhile.
...I need to have a good connection with group members and a good atmosphere.

The terminology we use:

My Special Person = significant other, spouse, partner, etc. Family = parents, siblings, uncles, aunts, cousins, etc. Friends = people close to you Colleagues = people you work with regularly

I have just received a promotion at work. The first person I share the good news with is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I have just been told that I might loose my job. The first person I talk to about it is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I have just been offered a new job in another city and need to decide if I should accept it. The first person I discuss this with is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I am feeling completely overwhelmed with housework and daily responsibilities. The first person I ask for help is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I am struggling to pay an unexpected expense, and I need financial advice or support. The first person I reach out to is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I have just ended a long-term relationship, and I need emotional support. The first person I call is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I am considering changing careers and want advice from someone I trust. The first person I talk to about this is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I have just met my soulmate. The first person I share my fascination with is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I had a terrible day at work, and I need to vent. The first person I message is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I’m planning a weekend trip and need someone to help me decide on the details. The first person I reach out to is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I’m feeling lonely and want to make plans to go out. The first person I contact is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I am stuck on a difficult project at work and need a second opinion. The first person I ask for input is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

An elderly relative is starting to need more care, and I’m unsure what to do next. The first person I discuss this with is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I’m having a hard time working with a certain client and need advice. The first person I turn to is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I am thinking about applying for a leadership position at work and need career advice. The first person I talk to is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

I have just won an award at an industry conference. The first person I tell about it is... *

My Special Person
A Family Member
A Friend
A Colleague
No-one. I keep it to myself.

When budgeting for a new business for the first time,... *

...I ask experts to give me feedback and teach me the best ways.
...I use an AI chatbot to lead me through the first steps.
...I watch a course or video about that.
...I learn by the examples in the market.

If I want to assemble my new desk,... *

...I read the product brochure.
...I call an expert and ask about that.
...I do it by trial and error.
...I watch a YouTube video.

If I want to walk to a location,... *

...I look at the map app on my smartphone to guide me.
...I listen to the voice directions of my map app.
...I open the text instructions of the navigator on my smartphone and memorise them.
...I remember a familiar landmark near the address and navigate from there.

I prefer a teacher... *

...who uses pictures, movies, and/or charts in the presentation.
...who uses case studies.
...who talks to me about the new topic.
...who gives me a book to read about the new topic.

When starting a new project, it is important for me... *

...to visualize the ideas and the plan.
...to apply my experience in practice.
...to write down a project description.
...to discuss the project with others.

When I get interested in the Egyptian Pyramids, I dive into it by... *

...reading a book about them.
...watching a documentary about them.
...listening to a podcast about them.
...building a mini-pyramid.

If I need to learn how to use new software for work, I prefer to... *

...watch video tutorial that show how it works.
...read the user manual or help documentation.
...experiment with the software by clicking around and testing features.
...ask a colleague or trainer to explain it to me.

When learning to cook a new recipe, I prefer to... *

...watch a cooking video that shows each step.
...follow a written recipe with detailed instructions.
...try making it on my own and adjust as I go.
...ask someone experienced to guide me while I cook.

When learning to play a new board game, I would rather... *

...watch a video tutorial explaining the rules.
...read the rulebook before starting.
...have someone explain the rules to me.
...jump in and start playing, figuring it out as I go.