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Score The Core Type Profile

Directions: In the table below, add up the item score for each Core Type to find your preference for that Core Type. Please note that there are NO right or wrong answers.

Core Type

 Scoring Key = Your Score
Item Score + Item Score
Innocent 1. _____ + 11. _____ = ______
Orphan 2. _____ + 12. _____ = ______
Seeker 3. _____ + 13. _____ = ______
Jester 4. _____ + 14. _____ = ______
Caregiver 5. _____ + 15. _____ = ______
Warrior 6. _____ + 16. _____ = ______
Magician 7. _____ + 17. _____ = ______
Ruler 8. _____ + 18. _____ = ______
Lover 9. _____ + 19. _____ = ______
Sage 10. _____ + 20. _____ = ______


Note strongest Core Types here:

 

 

 

Interpretation of Scores:

Your strongest scores indicate which ones of The 10 Core Types are currently taking the lead in your life. Here is how each of The 10 Core Types contributes to your success in life, relationships and work. Their special gifts - and difficulties - are outlined below.

Core Type

 Primary Assets Potential Liabilities
Innocent Hope, optimism, a fresh perspective Denial, dependent, naive
Orphan Compassion, reality-testing Complaining, cynical, distrustful
Seeker Tells the truth, looks for meaning Outsider, tactless, not team-player
Jester Brainstorming, innovation, good-humored Irresponsible, disruptive when bored
Caregiver Dutiful, responsible, kind, helpful, loyal Tends to burn out, not delegate
Warrior Disciplined, assertive, likes challenges Combative, competitive, aggressive
Magician Empowering, flexible, win/win approach Tries to change too much, too fast
Ruler Thinks of whole, steward, stable & fair Authoritarian, controlling, inflexible
Lover Intensity, high energy, passion & commitment Intolerant of what/who don't like
Sage A global perspective, objective, mentor Aloof, distant, lack of connection

Do you want to discover more about how each of The 10 Core Types affects your life, relationships, and work? If so, read Working from Your Core, where you'll discover exactly how each member of this colorful cast of characters can help - or hinder - your likelihood of success.

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