Your Creative Explorer Quiz!

1. Which of the following most closely describes how creative you think you are?

I know exactly what I’m creatively good at.

I know I’m creative...

Me, creative? Wishful thinking nowadays!

I want to build on my existing creative strengths in bold new ways.

2. Which of the following most closely describes how much time you currently dedicate to your own creativity?

I don’t have time to be creative.

I don’t know how to express my creativity.

I have at least one creative hobby that I do once a week.

I’m expressing my creativity from the moment I wake up, in fact I’m doing it in my sleep too!

3. Which of the following most closely describes how your friends, family, and colleagues react to your personal creative ambitions?

They usually roll their eyes, so I don’t really talk about it!

My sister gave me a guitar for Christmas a few years ago; I think it’s in the loft somewhere...

My husband is designing my new website.

Well, my best friend is my business partner, and we’ve just launched a new online fashion site.

4. Which of the following most closely describes how you feel about going into work every day?

Do I have to go? I can’t stand our designer and those interns are so annoying.

Well, it pays the bills and I don’t mind it most days.

Well, it pays the bills, but there must be more to life.

Excited! I Am leading on a big pitch and can’t wait to show everyone my new ideas.

5. Which of the following most closely illustrates how you arrived at your current career?

I studied graphic design years ago, but somehow I’ve ended up staring at spreadsheets all day.

Not too sure, I’ve moved around a bit and just fell into it.

I’ve worked my way up.

I’ve worked my way up before leaving to start my own business.

6. Which of the following most closely describes a long-held creative ambition you wish you'd carried out?

You’re nosy, aren’t you?

I wish I’d learnt to play that guitar.

To be a cake maker, I’m always creating new recipes!

I’m about to start volunteering as a creative business mentor at my local youth center.

7. Which of the following most closely describes your view on those who enter TV talent shows?

Half of them can’t even sing and the ones that can never get anywhere anyway, so there’s no point them even trying!

They’re actually pretty brave.

Most may not be any good, but at least they are just trying to follow their dream.

Talent = success is a myth. You just need vision, passion and determination.

8. Which of the following most closely describes your view on career change?

I avoid it as there’s just no point now.

There is no use staying somewhere that you don’t enjoy for too long.

Great, so long as I have a firm back-up plan.

If you’re clear about what you want, then just go for it!

9. Which of the following most closely describes the type of creative people that inspire you?

I feel down just thinking about those who are mega talented and successful.

I’ve got a long list and it changes all the time.

I’m drawn to people who bounce back from challenges.

Those who play to their strengths, enjoy what they do and help others along the way.

10. What careers advice would you give your younger self?

Don’t let negativity stand in your way!

Grasp all opportunities.

It’s OK to take time deciding what is the right path for you.

Always listen to your instincts.