Brilliant Jerk Self-Assessment Questionnaire

For each statement, indicate how often it applies to you. Be honest—this is for your own awareness.

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Section 1: Communication & Interactions

1. I interrupt others when I think their point is wrong or inefficient.

2. I believe direct criticism is more useful than cushioning the truth.

3. When someone challenges me, I feel the need to prove them wrong.

4. I sometimes dismiss ideas quickly if they don’t meet my standards.

5. My team avoids bringing me problems because of how I might react.

Section 2: Emotional Triggers

6. I feel frustrated when others don’t meet my expectations.

7. When I make a mistake, I fear people will think I’m incompetent.

8. I get irritated when people ask questions I see as obvious.

9. Someone else’s success makes me wonder if I’m falling behind.

10. I have high standards and get angry when others don’t match them.

Section 3: Leadership Behaviors

11. I prioritize results over people’s feelings.

12. I expect people to “toughen up” rather than need encouragement.

13. I rarely ask for feedback because I assume I know my impact.

14. I believe people should adapt to my style, not the other way around.

15. I tend to focus on fixing mistakes more than recognizing successes.

Section 4: Team Impact

16. People sometimes describe me as intimidating.

17. I notice turnover or disengagement in my team.

18. I am respected for my expertise, but not always liked as a leader.

19. My feedback is often described as “blunt” or “harsh.”

20. I care more about being right than being collaborative.

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