Interpersonal Communication Skills Test - Sample Report

SUMMARY INTRO GRAPHS DETAILED RESULTS STRENGTHS & LIMITATIONS ADVICE

Good communication skills are the foundation of all relationships, personal and professional. Its not just what you say that matters its how you say it. Included in these results you will find your overall communication score, your results on each of the subscales, your strengths and limitations, and some helpful advice on how to improve your interpersonal skills. Overall results 53

According to your score on this test, your communication skills are average, leaving plenty of room for improvement. You scored somewhere in the middle on the communication scale - not picture perfect, but not at the bottom of the barrel either. You already have some skills, and have shown the potential to master the communication process. However, some time and concentrated effort is needed to develop these abilities even further. Communication plays a large role in the impression you make on others. It also influences your selfesteem, assertiveness, and social adjustment. If you want to reach your full communicating potential, all it takes is a little know-how and effort. Like most things in life, practice makes perfect - and you're already halfway there!

Interpersonal Communication Skills Test - Sample Report

SUMMARY INTRO GRAPHS DETAILED RESULTS STRENGTHS & LIMITATIONS ADVICE

Communication is integral for any relationship, be it at home, with friends, or at work. Research has shown consistently that a deficiency in this skill can absolutely ruin relationships. The foundation of solid interpersonal skills is not just making yourself
Effective communication is a key component of emotional regulation and conducive to good mental health.

be heard but also involves an understanding of where other people are coming from. Unfortunately, there are so many of us who fall victim to poor habits like interrupting, hogging the conversation and not paying attention - often without even realizing it. These all act as barriers to communication, making it difficult for us to understand others and to be understood in turn. In essence, rather than talk with each other, we talk at each other. Communicating effectively needn't feel forced or incredibly unnatural. Even the most tongue-tied communicators can become gifted speakers with a bit of effort and attention to detail. Communication involves more than just talking and listening; it's a matter of knowing how to send a clear and concise message to others, being able to read others and empathize, being comfortable expressing one's emotions, and communicating in an assertive manner when necessary. The last facet of communication, and arguably the most important, is active listening, which involves both mental and physical attentiveness (e.g. eye contact, verbal cues, asking questions, etc.). When it is apparent that you are actively listening to someone, you are setting the groundwork for your needs to be expressed and hopefully understood. The goal of this test is to determine how effectively you communicate with others, as well as offer you helpful advice in order to improve any problems you may have that could inhibit the communication process.

Interpersonal Communication Skills Test - Sample Report

SUMMARY INTRO GRAPHS DETAILED RESULTS STRENGTHS & LIMITATIONS ADVICE

Overall results
Insightfulness Verbal Expression Assertiveness Listening Skills Emotional Management

53 80 38 56 44 45

Interpersonal Communication Skills Test - Sample Report

SUMMARY INTRO GRAPHS DETAILED RESULTS STRENGTHS & LIMITATIONS ADVICE

Overall results (score 53)

According to your score on this test, your communication skills are average, leaving plenty of room for improvement. You scored somewhere in the middle on the communication scale - not picture perfect, but not at the bottom of the barrel either. You already have some skills, and have shown the potential to master the communication process. However, some time and concentrated effort is needed to develop these abilities even further. Communication plays a large role in the impression you make on others. It also influences your self-esteem, assertiveness, and social adjustment. If you want to reach your full communicating potential, all it takes is a little know-how and effort. Like most things in life, practice makes perfect - and you're already halfway there!
Overall ability to communicate effectively.

Insightfulness (score 80)

Your results indicate that you are extremely adept at interpreting other peoples words and actions and seeing things from their perspective, which likely results in very few misunderstandings. You seem to realize that empathy is an essential part of good interpersonal skills and therefore, will do your best to place yourself in
The ability to read others and understand things from their point of view.

other peoples shoes in order to better understand them. You can generally get a good sense of what others are thinking, and will likely adjust yourself accordingly if the people youre conversing with seem confused or perhaps uncomfortable. Good job!

Verbal Expression (score 38)

According to your answers, you have a fair amount of difficulty getting your point across to others. You may often feel frustrated in your interactions at school, work or in your personal life, as people likely end up misinterpreting most of what you say. You seem to be frequently unable to explain yourself clearly, and dont often use many of the techniques necessary for effectively conversing with others. When you dont control your emotions and adjust your approach and choice of words according to your audience, misunderstandings will occur. In fact, you could end up hurting or offending someone. You could benefit from some major work on your skills.
The ability to deliver a clear and concise message.

Assertiveness (score 56)

Your score indicates that you are moderately assertive. While you are generally able to stand up for yourself, you still occasionally have some difficulty expressing differing opinions. You might even find yourself holding back from asking questions or discussing sensitive issues, perhaps out of fear of angering or hurting others. People who are assertive will rarely hesitate to disagree, even if it may result in an argument. They are also able to talk to people who appear intimidating. The good news is, since you are already halfway there, it shouldn't be too hard for you to improve your assertiveness. The root of unassertive behavior is typically a shaky self-esteem, so if you work on building your sense of self-worth, you should see some improvement in your assertiveness. Remember that other people wont know what you think or feel if you avoid telling them.
Your willingness to express differing opinions and to stand up for yourself.

Listening Skills (score 44)

Understanding of the rules of listening etiquette and the ability to actively

You scored in the mid-range on the listening skills component of the test. This means that your listening

attend to others.

know-how is adequate, but it could certainly use some work. The first step in improving your proficiency is, as with most things, increasing your understanding of what effective listening is. Many people wrongfully believe that this is a passive activity, one that consists of simply absorbing what the other person says. In fact, attending to others is an active process that involves making an effort to stay attentive even when the conversation is boring, letting others speak without interrupting and suppressing distracting mannerisms. These are some skills that you could develop more fully. You would certainly reap the benefits.

Emotional Management (score 45)

It appears as though you are generally able to manage the emotional part of the communication process, but some improvement is needed. You're not completely comfortable expressing your feelings or dealing with emotionally charged situations. As a result, you may occasionally go out of your way to avoid discussing
The ability and willingness to deal with your own, as well as other peoples, emotions.

sensitive issues. When the issue of feelings is being discussed in a conversation, you sometimes feel ill at ease; you don't always like making yourself vulnerable. On some occasions, you may also find yourself at a loss in terms of what to say, and consequently, end up feeling that whatever comes out will sound awkward or false. Whatever the reason for your occasional discomfort, you could probably benefit from trying to improve your ability to deal with emotions. Remember that keeping feelings hidden or avoiding them can be very frustrating not just for others but for you as well.

Interpersonal Communication Skills Test - Sample Report

SUMMARY INTRO GRAPHS DETAILED RESULTS STRENGTHS & LIMITATIONS ADVICE

Below, you can find the various factors that contribute to effective communication skills, classified as Strengths, Potential strengths, and Limitations. Strengths

According to "The Book of Lists", the fear of public speaking ranks number one in the minds of the majority of people.

You are very insightful

Potential strengths

You have average communication skills You are somewhat assertive when you talk to others Your listening skills are average You are relatively comfortable dealing with emotions
Limitations

You are not able to communicate clearly to others