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CPI 260 Work Orientation Scale

 

Author: Harrison G. Gough

The Work Orientation (Wo) Scale measures an individual’s dedication to productivity and goal achievement in professional settings. It emphasizes a strong work ethic, persistence, and a focus on accomplishing tasks efficiently. This scale reflects how effectively a person prioritizes and manages their professional responsibilities.

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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Features of the Work Orientation Scale

Purpose: To assess an individual’s commitment to work-related goals and their dedication to performing tasks thoroughly and responsibly.

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 Work Orientation Scale

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

The purpose of the Wo scale is to assess the “work ethic” concept, by means of an underlying dimension going from erratic and unreliable behavior at work to dedicated, selfless, and unquestioning acceptance of duties in one’s job. (p. 48)

-- From H.G. Gough & P. Bradley (2005), “CPI 260™ Manual” (Mountain View, CA: CPP, Inc.)