Interpreting Paradox Reports Flashcards
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In a Harrison Paradox Report, a 'Paradox' trait appears when which condition is met?
Answer: A trait scores high on both its positive and negative subscales simultaneously
A paradox occurs when a person scores high on two opposing behavioral tendencies at the same time, revealing an internal tension.
When a candidate's Paradox Report shows 'Wants Frank Frank' as a paradox, what does this most likely indicate?
Answer: The candidate values honesty but avoids giving direct feedback to others
A 'Wants Frank' paradox typically signals someone who desires direct feedback for themselves but struggles to deliver it to others.
How should a hiring manager use a candidate's paradox findings during the interview process?
Answer: Use paradox areas as targeted probing questions to understand how candidates manage the tension
Paradoxes are interview opportunities — probing these areas helps reveal self-awareness and coping strategies.
On the Harrison assessment, the Paradox Graph displays traits using which visual format?
Answer: A dual-axis bar showing both the positive and negative poles of each trait on the same bar
The Paradox Graph uses dual-axis bars to simultaneously display the high and low poles of each behavioral trait.
A candidate scores high on both 'Diplomatic' and 'Frank' in the Harrison system. What is the most likely behavioral outcome?
Answer: The candidate may struggle to deliver clear messages because they vacillate between softening and bluntness
Scoring high on both diplomatic and frank tendencies creates an internal conflict that can lead to inconsistent or mixed messaging.
In Harrison terminology, what is the difference between a 'paradox' and a 'challenge' trait?
Answer: A paradox is a high–high conflict while a challenge is a trait scoring below the job requirement minimum
Paradoxes reflect conflicting highs on opposing poles, whereas challenge traits are simply those that fall short of the job's minimum threshold.
When reviewing a Paradox Report for a sales role, a recruiter notices 'Wants Autonomy / Follows Rules' as a paradox. Which interview question best probes this finding?
Answer: Describe a situation where you had to follow a process you disagreed with — how did you handle it?
This question directly targets the tension between rule-following and autonomy-seeking to reveal how the candidate manages that conflict.