High-Value Man Test

You’re running late for an appointment. Do you...

A) Rush dangerously to get there. B) Cancel without explanation. C) Inform them you’ll be late and drive safely. D) Arrive late and act as if nothing happened.

You’re offered a promotion but would have to cut corners on ethics. Do you...

A) Take the promotion and justify your actions later. B) Decline and look for a different path. C) Negotiate for changes to the expectations. D) Accept but try to avoid the unethical tasks.

You have a disagreement with a colleague. Do you...

A) Avoid the person entirely. B) Discuss it calmly to find a solution. C) Involve your manager immediately. D) Argue until they agree with you.

You’ve been skipping meals due to a busy schedule. Do you...

A) Prioritize healthy snacks and meal prep. B) Ignore it and keep working. C) Order quick, unhealthy takeout. D) Adjust your schedule to prioritize balanced meals.

A stranger asks you for money at a gas station. Do you...

A) Give them cash without question. B) Offer to pay for their gas directly. C) Refuse and walk away. D) Ask for more details before deciding.

You have a busy schedule, and a friend asks for help moving. Do you...

A) Decline and explain your situation honestly. B) Cancel your plans to help them. C) Offer a smaller amount of time you can commit. D) Avoid responding to their request.

You overhear a coworker being criticized harshly by a manager. Do you...

A) Step in and defend them publicly. B) Comfort them privately afterward. C) Stay silent to avoid involvement. D) Agree with the manager to avoid being targeted.

You realize you misunderstood a task and caused delays. Do you...

A) Say nothing unless someone notices. B) Blame external factors to avoid responsibility. C) Admit your mistake and work to fix it. D) Apologize and offer a solution immediately.

You’re passed over for a promotion you were confident you’d get. Do you...

A) Accept it and start looking for another job. B) Ask for feedback and work to improve. C) Become bitter and stop putting in effort. D) Confront your manager about the decision.

Your team lacks motivation. Do you...

A) Take over the project to ensure completion. B) Encourage them and lead by example. C) Criticize them for slacking off. D) Set clear goals and offer support.

You’re praised for a major accomplishment. Do you...

A) Downplay your role to seem humble. B) Brag about it to others. C) Accept the praise and move on. D) Acknowledge the praise and credit others who helped.

You and your partner disagree about finances. Do you...

A) Shut down the conversation to avoid arguing. B) Listen to their perspective and find a compromise. C) Stick firmly to your viewpoint without budging. D) Ask for outside help, like a financial advisor.

A cashier accidentally gives you too much change. Do you...

A) Keep it and say nothing. B) Return it immediately. C) Keep it but donate it later. D) Point out the mistake but keep the money.

You find out a coworker is cutting corners to finish a task faster. Do you...

A) Report it immediately to a manager. B) Ignore it since it’s not your problem. C) Join in to save time. D) Confront them and encourage them to fix it.

Your team is falling behind on a project. Do you...

A) Ask for an extension and let the team sort it out. B) Blame others for their lack of effort. C) Take on the extra work yourself to get it done. D) Delegate tasks clearly and motivate them to meet the deadline.

You discover a coworker has taken credit for your idea. Do you...

A) Confront them privately and ask for acknowledgment. B) Let it go to avoid conflict. C) Speak up about it in front of others. D) Plan to subtly discredit them later.

A coworker is struggling with a project. Do you...

A) Offer to help within your capacity. B) Ignore it since it’s not your responsibility. C) Help but expect something in return. D) Take over the project to ensure success.

You’re overwhelmed with commitments but promised to help a friend. Do you...

A) Let them know you can’t help this time. B) Help them half-heartedly while rushing through. C) Ignore their request and hope they manage. D) Cancel other commitments to prioritize them.

You realize a close friend has beliefs that clash with your values. Do you...

A) Pretend to agree to avoid confrontation. B) Respectfully express your differing views. C) End the friendship immediately. D) Distance yourself without addressing the issue.

A friend achieves something you wanted. Do you...

A) Congratulate them and focus on your own growth. B) Feel bitter but keep it to yourself. C) Try to one-up their accomplishment. D) Ignore their achievement entirely.