The Methodology
The Ontology of Value® Test was built on strong methodological grounds, rooted in Alfred Adler’s school of psychology — and validated on thousands of professionals across 14 countries.
The Origins
The Ontology of Value® Test was based on strong methodological grounds. It is rooted in Alfred Adler’s school of psychology. Its central concept is that we all have a strong inner motivation to build value for others and prove ourselves to the world — in our own, individual ways.
Following this concept, we found a method for building your individual profile as a natural value-provider. Discovering your profile can have a tremendous effect on your career dynamics, as it will help you find your edge in the job market and excel.
The Model
The test is based on four fundaments of your professional identity.
Your Natural Working Style
Features
- Flexibility in Working Style
- Ability to Conform to Others’ Working Style and Expectations
- Independence in Problem Solving
- Self-discipline, Short- and Long-Term Planning
- Focus on Work in Life
Your Type of Mind
Features
- Ability to Multitask
- Improvisation & Resilience to Stress
- Adaptability
- Creativity, Novelty Seeking & Thinking Out of the Box
- Competitiveness & Self-confidence
Your Relations With Others
Features
- Relations with Superiors and Authority
- Leadership Skills
- Peer Relations at Work
- Conflict Management
- Internal Motivation
Your Values And Beliefs
Features
- Capitalistic Attitude
- Social Aptitude
- Mental Closeness
- Career Management
- Spirituality and Connection with Intuitive Mind
Model Development And Validation
See the actual test experience below — from sign-in to results.
Creating the Testing Set
After two years of field research, we developed a set of 140 questions covering all areas of professional life and tailored them for white-collar professionals working in today’s job market.
Development Phase
Collecting the data from a large group of professionals developing careers in 14 countries and representing all market sectors.
Data Analysis and Development of the Model
We used psychometrics to analyze the results and craft the final list of 128 questions (reduced to 96 questions in the “Student” version of the test).
Validation Phase
We validated the final version of the test on a large group of professionals developing careers in 14 countries and representing all market sectors.
Standardization Phase
Based on this data, we used machine learning to develop the final set of model parameters and we standardized the results.
Building The Test
We built our test in a user-friendly way that allows the user to view their results in a way that gives the most useful information and advice.
Which Archetype Are You?
Explore the 8 unique profiles of value builders. Discover your leading profiles and find your edge in the job market.
Value Profiles
Which Organizational Culture
Naturally Fits You Best?
Explore the 8 types of professional environments and discover which resonates most with you.
Organizational Cultures
Ready To Find Your Fit?
Take the test and discover your natural profile as a value-creator, and the working environments where you’ll thrive.