Career

Career Values Test

Find out what matters most to you at work. Discover your career values and find a job that will truly fulfill you.

~5 minutes 40 questions 5 dimensions
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What you'll learn from the test

The test reveals what truly motivates you at work and what brings you satisfaction.

Values profile

You'll discover your score in each of the five career values - from achievement to stability.

Ideal work environment

Recommendations on what type of work and company culture will suit you best.

Career satisfaction

Understand why you are satisfied or dissatisfied at work - and what to do about it.

How the test works

1

40 questions

For each statement, you rate how important a given aspect of work is to you - from "not important at all" to "very important".

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Instant results

Based on your answers, we immediately calculate your values profile across five dimensions.

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Detailed analysis

In the extended version, you'll get a detailed breakdown, career values archetype, and practical recommendations.

5 dimensions of career values

Every person has a unique combination of what they expect from work.

ACH
Achievement & Growth Ambition, career advancement, challenges, utilizing abilities and reaching goals.
IND
Independence Autonomy, creative freedom, flexible working hours and self-determination.
SEC
Security & Stability Financial security, predictability, work-life balance and job security.
REL
Relationships & Helping Teamwork, helping others, social impact and meaningful work.
INF
Influence & Recognition Leading people, recognition, decision-making authority, status and visible impact.

What you get

Basic results are completely free. The extended version offers a complete analysis.

Basic

Free
  • Scores in all 5 dimensions
  • Radar chart and bipolar scales
  • Basic interpretation
  • Population comparison

Extended results

$1.99 helps fund the project
  • Everything from the basic version
  • Detailed description of each dimension
  • Career values archetype
  • Ideal work environment and culture
  • Career recommendations and famous personalities

Values vs. personality: While personality tests (RIASEC, 16 types) measure who you are, the career values test measures what you want. An ideal career matches both - your personality and your values. That's why we recommend combining both approaches.

What are career values?

Career values are what matters most to you at work - what motivates you, what brings you satisfaction, and what determines whether you'll be happy in your job. The most common career values include financial reward, work freedom, meaningful work, stability, and the opportunity to lead others.

Our test is based on work values research in the tradition of Donald Super and the O*NET Work Values model, which is used by the U.S. Department of Labor for career counseling. The test measures five key dimensions: Achievement & Growth, Independence, Security & Stability, Relationships & Helping, and Influence & Recognition.

Research consistently shows that alignment between career values and work environment is one of the strongest predictors of job satisfaction. People whose values match the company culture are more productive, more loyal, and less prone to burnout.

Frequently asked questions

What are career values?

Career values are what is most important to you at work - what motivates you and what determines your job satisfaction. They can be money, freedom, meaningfulness, stability, or the opportunity to lead others.

How does this test differ from a personality test?

Personality tests measure who you are (traits, preferences, temperament). The career values test measures what you want (what you expect from work). An ideal career matches both - that's why we recommend taking both tests.

Can career values change?

Yes. Career values naturally evolve with age, life experiences, and life stage. Young people often prefer achievement and independence, while parents value stability and work-life balance more.

How long does the test take?

The test contains 40 questions and most people complete it in approximately 5 minutes. For each question, you rate the importance of a given aspect of work on a scale from "not important at all" to "very important".

Is the test scientifically validated?

Yes. The test is based on work values research in the tradition of Donald Super and the O*NET Work Values model, which is one of the most widely used tools for career counseling.

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