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Real Jane and Fake Jane both took the quiz. Now you can, too!
1. Would you go out of your way to ensure your boss looks good and succeeds--however deserved, or not?
Real Jane: I have to think about that one.
Fake Jane: Forget it.
2. Do you present yourself in the best way possible; carrying yourself with good posture and wearing attire that imparts your professional stature, abilities and success?
Real Jane: Um…yes?
Fake Jane: If I had professional stature, abilities and success, then I might carry myself that way.
3. Do you make it a point to be in the office whenever your boss is working, even after hours, on weekends, or early in the morning?
Real Jane: No.
Fake Jane: Never.
4. Do you keep your boss well apprised of what you are planning or currently working on?
Real Jane: Yes!
Fake Jane: No (I’m not ever really “working” on anything).
5. Do you actively keep your skill set current and progressive?
Real Jane: Yes!
Fake Jane: I refuse to answer questions that include the phrase “skill set.”
6. Do you share “job well done” recognition with others rather than taking sole credit?
Real Jane: yes!
Fake Jane: I would, if they ever did a job well. They don’t, because they’re all idiots.
7. Do you know what you’re worth, monetarily speaking, in the current marketplace?
Real Jane: Unfortunately, yes.
Fake Jane: Unfortunately, yes.
8. Do you usually come to meetings adequately prepared to impress?
Real Jane: I guess.
Fake Jane: I don’t do meetings.
9. Do you communicate with co-workers, including your boss, primarily in-person versus e-mail whenever possible?
Real Jane: No. They’re 3,000 miles away.
Fake Jane: I wouldn’t do it if they were 3 feet away.
10. Do you exude a positive attitude, even when dealing with difficult situations?
Real Jane: Yes!
Fake Jane: Real Jane is a liar.
Here’s John McKee’s scorecard: you get one point for every “yes”:
10 = Perfect. Bosses love you and you will be successful.
9 = Brilliant—your boss has surely noticed your efforts and your career will undoubtedly blossom.
8=Well done. Bosses wish they had more employees like you.
7 = Solid. While there’s room for improvement, you’re not as bad as some other employees.
6 = Good. You’re doing fine, but you’ll need to do better to impress the boss and turbo-charge your career path.
5 = Close but no cigar. Step it up if you want to succeed over the long haul.
4 = Sub par--quit watching “The Office” on TV – you seem to think that’s the way office behavior “should be”.
3 = Warning! You may be in dangerous waters with the head honcho. Time to regroup and alter your work habits before it’s too late.
2 = Writing is on the wall. If you haven’t considered changing jobs by now, give it strong consideration.
1 = Time for a change. Starting a sole proprietorship might be your best bet.
0 = You’re kidding right? Count your blessings that you got hired in the first place (just keep your resume very handy).
Real Jane’s score: 6.5
Fake Jane’s score: 1
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