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CPI 260 Achievement via Independence Scale

 

Author: Harrison G. Gough

The Achievement via Independence (Ai) Scale evaluates an individual’s capacity to pursue goals through self-directed and innovative approaches. It focuses on the ability to think critically, take initiative, and excel without relying on established norms. This scale reflects success achieved through resourcefulness, creativity, and a strong sense of autonomy.

The scale is part of the California Psychological Inventory (CPI), a well-established tool for understanding personality characteristics that contribute to effective behavior in various contexts. This scale is frequently used in leadership development and organizational coaching to identify strengths and developmental opportunities.

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  • Manual: AWS + MBI 4th Edition
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    Includes one manual each for the CPI 434 and the CPI 260. Special package pricing of $50. Includes details on CPI reliability and validity. PDFs are not refundable.
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  • Individual Report
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    Builds a report that interprets an individual's CPI Ai scores. You invite participants to take the survey and Transform™ generates their reports.
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  • Report About Me
    $20.00
    Interprets and reports on your CPI Ai scores. You complete the survey and Transform™ generates your report. Transform will connect this report to the "Send To" email provided at checkout. Note: This product is for a single use, with automated survey administration. For multiple uses, buy instead the Individual Report product in quantity needed.
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  • Transform Survey Hosting (Data)
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    Minimum purchase of 20. Allows you to administer the CPI Ai as an online survey using the Mind Garden Transform™ System. Includes data collection: data file with participants' raw data and raw scale scores. Optionally, Individual Reports can be generated from the collected data - requires the purchase of report licenses. Customization services are available.
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  • License to Reproduce
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    Minimum purchase of 50. Allows you to administer the CPI 260 Achievement via Independence (CPI Ai) Scale as an online survey via a non-Mind Garden survey system or as a paper/pen survey. The downloadable PDF file includes one copy of the CPI Ai Scale, data template for upload and scoring, and permission to administer the CPI Ai Scale up to the quantity purchased. The PDF is non-refundable.
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Features of the Achievement via Independence Scale

Purpose: To evaluate an individual’s drive to succeed through self-direction, creativity, and independent effort.

Length: Approximately 50 items

Average completion time: 5 minutes

Target population: High school age and older.

Administration: Designed for individual administration.

Validation: Demonstrated validity across diverse populations and contexts.

Uses of the Achievement via Independence Scale

  • Self-Evaluation
  • Leadership development
  • Coaching and personal growth
  • Organizational research

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Ai is predictive of superior performance in settings requiring independent planning and effort. High scorers appear to be intelligent, clear-thinking individuals with a wide range of interests. They aspire to do well and are capable of self-direction. (p. 135)

-- From H.G. Gough & P. Bradley (1996), “CPI Manual Third Edition” (Palo Alto, CA: Consulting Psychologists Press)