WORK DNA QUIZ:
CORPORATE VS ENTREPRENEURSHIP QUIZ
A self-reflection tool to discover whether your natural tendencies lean towards corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, or a hybrid path.
INSTRUCTIONS
Rate each statement 1 (Not me at all) → 5 (That’s so me!).
At the end, add up your scores per category to see your tendencies.
MONEY & STABILITY
– I value the security of a steady paycheck and benefits.
– I have children/family/elderly parents depending on me financially.
– My current relationship with money feels more like managing survival than building wealth.
– I can take small, consistent steps toward financial freedom.
– I can imagine big picture wealth creation even if I start small.
TOTAL: 0
SOCIETY & FAMILY EXPECTATIONS
– My family/support system would prefer me in a stable, secure career.
– I feel crippled by the fear of looking stupid or what people will say.
– I sometimes fear success because it may change how others see me.
– I thrive when I have organizational support, mentors, and networks to lean on.
– I build my own circles of support rather than depending on organization.
TOTAL: 0
RISK & AUTONOMY
– I am comfortable with risk and uncertainty, even if my income is uneven.
– I prefer to figure things out on the go, even if it’s messy.
– I don’t mind looking foolish in the short term if it means growth.
– I crave autonomy — I want to make my own decisions, even if I fail.
– I’m okay being alone and can thrive in the chaos of winging it.
TOTAL: 0
MINDSET & GROWTH
– I often get caught in constant comparison with peers.
– I can be a perfectionist, which makes me hesitate.
– I tend to over-worry about making the wrong move.
– Personal development is non-negotiable for me.
– I enjoy reading, listening, or studying founder stories.
TOTAL: 0
SAFETY & STRUCTURE
– I thrive in well-established systems and clear structures.
– I’d rather avoid chaos and unpredictability.
– I prefer a 9–5 schedule to balance rest and work.
– I need a fixed office environment to thrive.
TOTAL: 0
LEGACY & IMPACT
– I want to leave a legacy within my company or industry.
– I want to build my own legacy through creation.
– I like being responsible for vision and strategy.
– I am motivated by ownership, not just salary.
TOTAL: 0
Your Scorecard
| Category | Max | Your Score |
|---|---|---|
| Money & Stability | 25 | 0 |
| Society & Family | 25 | 0 |
| Risk & Autonomy | 25 | 0 |
| Mindset & Growth | 25 | 0 |
| Safety & Structure | 20 | 0 |
| Legacy & Impact | 20 | 0 |
| TOTAL DNA SCORE | 140 | 0 |