Someone who is high in the Big 5 trait known as conscientiousness is organized, disciplined, responsible, and motivated to keep promises and achieve their goals, both short- and long-term. Take this quiz to find out how conscientious you are.
1. I set high standards for myself and do whatever it takes to meet them.
2. I often let little tasks, chores, and responsibilities fall by the wayside.
3. When I make a mistake, I take full responsibility for the outcome.
4. Places where I spend a lot of time—like my house, desk, or car—often become disorganized and messy.
5. People would describe me as a self-starter.
6. I have excellent attention to detail.
7. I’d rather go with the flow than stick to a schedule.
8. I am frequently at least a few minutes late to work, class, or social events.
9. I have trouble following through on the things I've committed to.
10. I have a tendency to abandon tasks halfway through, especially if they’re difficult or boring.
11. When I'm working toward a goal, I am able to resist temptations that would derail my progress.
12. I believe that rules should be followed whenever possible.
13. I always meet my deadlines.
14. I keep my home very clean.
15. I spend a lot of time planning for the future.
16. I stick to the budget I've made for myself.
17. I often make big decisions on a whim, without giving them too much thought.
18. When a problem arises, I start trying to fix it right away.
19. My loved ones know they can depend on me when they need assistance.
20. I try to tackle difficult tasks as soon as possible, instead of putting them off.