What's Your Communication Style?
This communication style assessment helps professionals understand their natural communication preferences and how to adapt for better workplace interactions. Based on established communication models, this quiz evaluates your approach across key dimensions: directness, pace, focus on tasks vs. people, and emotional expression. Discover if you're a Director (direct, results-focused), Analyst (detail-oriented, logical), Supporter (harmony-seeking, patient), or Motivator (enthusiastic, relationship-focused). Get actionable tips for communicating with other styles and building stronger professional relationships.
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export function communicationStyleQuiz(form: FormTs) {
form.setTitle(() => '💬 What\'s Your Communication Style at Work?');
// ============ ARCHETYPE SCORING SYSTEM ============
const scores = form.state<Record<string, number>>({
assertive: 0, // Direct, confident, takes charge
analytical: 0, // Data-driven, logical, precise
amiable: 0, // Supportive, patient, diplomatic
expressive: 0 // Enthusiastic, creative, persuasive
});
const updateScore = (style: string, points: number) => {
scores.update(current => ({
...current,
[style]: (current[style] || 0) + points
}));
};
const getWinningStyle = (): string => {
const s = scores();
let maxStyle = 'assertive';
let maxScore = 0;
for (const [style, score] of Object.entries(s)) {
if (score > maxScore) {
maxScore = score;
maxStyle = style;
}
}
return maxStyle;
};
const getStyleName = (style: string) => {
const names: Record<string, string> = {
assertive: 'The Director',
analytical: 'The Analyst',
amiable: 'The Supporter',
expressive: 'The Motivator'
};
return names[style] || style;
};
const getStyleEmoji = (style: string) => {
const emojis: Record<string, string> = {
assertive: '🎯',
analytical: '📊',
amiable: '🤝',
expressive: '🌟'
};
return emojis[style] || '💬';
};
const getStyleDescription = (style: string) => {
const descriptions: Record<string, string> = {
assertive: 'You communicate directly and decisively. You value efficiency, results, and clear action items. You\'re comfortable taking charge and making quick decisions. Others see you as confident and goal-oriented.',
analytical: 'You communicate with precision and logic. You value accuracy, data, and thorough analysis. You prefer to have all the facts before speaking. Others see you as thoughtful and systematic.',
amiable: 'You communicate with warmth and diplomacy. You value relationships, harmony, and consensus. You\'re a great listener who makes others feel heard. Others see you as supportive and trustworthy.',
expressive: 'You communicate with enthusiasm and creativity. You value inspiration, vision, and big ideas. You\'re naturally persuasive and engaging. Others see you as charismatic and motivating.'
};
return descriptions[style] || '';
};
const getStyleStrengths = (style: string): string[] => {
const strengths: Record<string, string[]> = {
assertive: ['Quick decision-making', 'Clear direction', 'Driving results', 'Taking initiative'],
analytical: ['Thorough research', 'Logical arguments', 'Risk assessment', 'Quality focus'],
amiable: ['Building trust', 'Active listening', 'Conflict resolution', 'Team harmony'],
expressive: ['Inspiring others', 'Creative solutions', 'Storytelling', 'Energizing teams']
};
return strengths[style] || [];
};
const getStyleChallenges = (style: string): string[] => {
const challenges: Record<string, string[]> = {
assertive: ['May seem impatient', 'Can overlook feelings', 'May dominate discussions'],
analytical: ['May over-analyze', 'Can seem detached', 'May delay decisions'],
amiable: ['May avoid conflict', 'Can be too accommodating', 'May struggle with tough feedback'],
expressive: ['May overlook details', 'Can seem unfocused', 'May talk more than listen']
};
return challenges[style] || [];
};
// ============ COMPLETION SCREEN ============
form.configureCompletionScreen({
type: 'text',
title: () => `${getStyleEmoji(getWinningStyle())} You are ${getStyleName(getWinningStyle())}!`,
message: () => {
const style = getWinningStyle();
return `${getStyleDescription(style)} Download your personalized communication guide for tips on working with other styles.`;
}
});
// ============ PAGES SETUP ============
const pages = form.addPages('quiz-pages', {
heightMode: 'current-page'
});
// ============ PAGE 1: Communication Approach ============
const page1 = pages.addPage('approach', { mobileBreakpoint: 500 });
page1.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('header1', {
label: 'Step 1 of 6: Your Communication Approach',
computedValue: () => 'How do you naturally communicate at work?',
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
color: '#6b7280',
marginBottom: '1rem'
}
});
});
page1.addSpacer({ height: '24px' });
page1.addRow(row => {
row.addRadioButton('emailStyle', {
label: 'When writing an email, you typically:',
isRequired: true,
orientation: 'vertical',
options: [
{ id: 'brief', name: '📝 Keep it short - bullet points, action items only' },
{ id: 'detailed', name: '📊 Include all relevant data and analysis' },
{ id: 'warm', name: '🤝 Start with a friendly greeting, ask about them' },
{ id: 'engaging', name: '🌟 Make it engaging with stories or enthusiasm' }
],
onValueChange: (val) => {
if (val === 'brief') updateScore('assertive', 3);
else if (val === 'detailed') updateScore('analytical', 3);
else if (val === 'warm') updateScore('amiable', 3);
else if (val === 'engaging') updateScore('expressive', 3);
}
});
});
page1.addRow(row => {
row.addRadioButton('meetingBehavior', {
label: 'In meetings, you\'re most likely to:',
isRequired: true,
orientation: 'vertical',
options: [
{ id: 'drive', name: '🎯 Drive toward decisions and action items' },
{ id: 'analyze', name: '📋 Ask clarifying questions and request data' },
{ id: 'listen', name: '👂 Listen carefully and ensure everyone is heard' },
{ id: 'energize', name: '💡 Share ideas and get people excited' }
],
onValueChange: (val) => {
if (val === 'drive') updateScore('assertive', 3);
else if (val === 'analyze') updateScore('analytical', 3);
else if (val === 'listen') updateScore('amiable', 3);
else if (val === 'energize') updateScore('expressive', 3);
}
});
});
// ============ PAGE 2: Decision Making ============
const page2 = pages.addPage('decisions', { mobileBreakpoint: 500 });
page2.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('header2', {
label: 'Step 2 of 6: Decision Making',
computedValue: () => 'How do you approach decisions and problems?',
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
color: '#6b7280',
marginBottom: '1rem'
}
});
});
page2.addSpacer({ height: '24px' });
page2.addRow(row => {
row.addRadioButton('decisionSpeed', {
label: 'When facing a decision, you prefer to:',
isRequired: true,
orientation: 'vertical',
options: [
{ id: 'fast', name: '⚡ Decide quickly and move on' },
{ id: 'research', name: '🔍 Research thoroughly before deciding' },
{ id: 'consult', name: '👥 Consult with others to reach consensus' },
{ id: 'intuition', name: '💭 Trust your gut and vision' }
],
onValueChange: (val) => {
if (val === 'fast') updateScore('assertive', 2);
else if (val === 'research') updateScore('analytical', 2);
else if (val === 'consult') updateScore('amiable', 2);
else if (val === 'intuition') updateScore('expressive', 2);
}
});
});
page2.addRow(row => {
row.addRadioButton('conflictApproach', {
label: 'When there\'s a disagreement, you tend to:',
isRequired: true,
orientation: 'vertical',
options: [
{ id: 'direct', name: '🎯 Address it directly and find a solution' },
{ id: 'logic', name: '📊 Present facts to find the logical answer' },
{ id: 'mediate', name: '🤝 Mediate and find common ground' },
{ id: 'reframe', name: '💡 Reframe it as an opportunity' }
],
onValueChange: (val) => {
if (val === 'direct') updateScore('assertive', 2);
else if (val === 'logic') updateScore('analytical', 2);
else if (val === 'mediate') updateScore('amiable', 2);
else if (val === 'reframe') updateScore('expressive', 2);
}
});
});
// ============ PAGE 3: Work Preferences ============
const page3 = pages.addPage('preferences', { mobileBreakpoint: 500 });
page3.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('header3', {
label: 'Step 3 of 6: Work Preferences',
computedValue: () => 'What matters most to you at work?',
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
color: '#6b7280',
marginBottom: '1rem'
}
});
});
page3.addSpacer({ height: '24px' });
page3.addRow(row => {
row.addEmojiRating('pacePreference', {
label: 'What pace do you prefer at work?',
isRequired: true,
preset: 'custom',
emojis: [
{ id: 'fast', emoji: '🚀', label: 'Fast & decisive' },
{ id: 'steady', emoji: '📈', label: 'Methodical' },
{ id: 'flexible', emoji: '🌊', label: 'Flexible' },
{ id: 'dynamic', emoji: '⚡', label: 'Dynamic' }
],
size: 'lg',
showLabels: true,
alignment: 'center',
onValueChange: (val) => {
if (val === 'fast') updateScore('assertive', 2);
else if (val === 'steady') updateScore('analytical', 2);
else if (val === 'flexible') updateScore('amiable', 2);
else if (val === 'dynamic') updateScore('expressive', 2);
}
});
});
page3.addRow(row => {
row.addSuggestionChips('workValues', {
label: 'What do you value most? (Select top 3)',
isRequired: true,
suggestions: [
{ id: 'results', name: '🎯 Results' },
{ id: 'accuracy', name: '📊 Accuracy' },
{ id: 'harmony', name: '🤝 Harmony' },
{ id: 'innovation', name: '💡 Innovation' },
{ id: 'efficiency', name: '⚡ Efficiency' },
{ id: 'quality', name: '✅ Quality' },
{ id: 'relationships', name: '❤️ Relationships' },
{ id: 'recognition', name: '🌟 Recognition' }
],
min: 1,
max: 3,
onValueChange: (val) => {
if (!val) return;
if (val.includes('results') || val.includes('efficiency')) updateScore('assertive', 2);
if (val.includes('accuracy') || val.includes('quality')) updateScore('analytical', 2);
if (val.includes('harmony') || val.includes('relationships')) updateScore('amiable', 2);
if (val.includes('innovation') || val.includes('recognition')) updateScore('expressive', 2);
}
});
});
// ============ PAGE 4: Stress & Feedback ============
const page4 = pages.addPage('stress-feedback', { mobileBreakpoint: 500 });
page4.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('header4', {
label: 'Step 4 of 6: Under Pressure',
computedValue: () => 'How do you handle stress and feedback?',
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
color: '#6b7280',
marginBottom: '1rem'
}
});
});
page4.addSpacer({ height: '24px' });
page4.addRow(row => {
row.addRadioButton('stressResponse', {
label: 'Under stress, you tend to:',
isRequired: true,
orientation: 'vertical',
options: [
{ id: 'control', name: '🎯 Take control and push harder' },
{ id: 'withdraw', name: '📊 Withdraw and analyze the situation' },
{ id: 'seek-support', name: '🤝 Seek support from others' },
{ id: 'vent', name: '💬 Talk it out and express feelings' }
],
onValueChange: (val) => {
if (val === 'control') updateScore('assertive', 2);
else if (val === 'withdraw') updateScore('analytical', 2);
else if (val === 'seek-support') updateScore('amiable', 2);
else if (val === 'vent') updateScore('expressive', 2);
}
});
});
page4.addRow(row => {
row.addRadioButton('feedbackStyle', {
label: 'When giving feedback, you:',
isRequired: true,
orientation: 'vertical',
options: [
{ id: 'direct', name: '🎯 Get straight to the point' },
{ id: 'specific', name: '📋 Provide specific examples and data' },
{ id: 'gentle', name: '💚 Focus on the positive first' },
{ id: 'inspiring', name: '🌟 Frame it as growth opportunity' }
],
onValueChange: (val) => {
if (val === 'direct') updateScore('assertive', 2);
else if (val === 'specific') updateScore('analytical', 2);
else if (val === 'gentle') updateScore('amiable', 2);
else if (val === 'inspiring') updateScore('expressive', 2);
}
});
});
// ============ PAGE 5: Results ============
const page5 = pages.addPage('results', { mobileBreakpoint: 500 });
page5.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('header5', {
label: 'Step 5 of 6: Your Communication Style',
computedValue: () => 'Discover how you naturally communicate',
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
color: '#6b7280',
marginBottom: '1rem'
}
});
});
page5.addSpacer({ height: '24px' });
page5.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('resultEmoji', {
computedValue: () => getStyleEmoji(getWinningStyle()),
customStyles: {
fontSize: '4rem',
textAlign: 'center'
}
});
});
page5.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('resultStyle', {
computedValue: () => getStyleName(getWinningStyle()),
customStyles: {
fontSize: '1.5rem',
fontWeight: '800',
textAlign: 'center',
color: '#1e40af',
padding: '10px'
}
});
});
page5.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('resultDescription', {
computedValue: () => getStyleDescription(getWinningStyle()),
customStyles: {
fontSize: '1rem',
color: '#4b5563',
textAlign: 'center',
padding: '15px',
background: '#f3f4f6',
borderRadius: '8px',
lineHeight: '1.6'
}
});
});
page5.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('strengthsHeader', {
computedValue: () => '💪 Your Strengths:',
customStyles: {
fontSize: '1rem',
fontWeight: '600',
marginTop: '15px'
}
});
});
page5.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('strengthsList', {
computedValue: () => getStyleStrengths(getWinningStyle()).join(' • '),
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.95rem',
color: '#059669',
textAlign: 'center',
fontWeight: '500'
}
});
});
const scoreBreakdown = page5.addSubform('scoreBreakdown', {
title: '📊 All Styles Breakdown (click to expand)',
isCollapsible: true,
customStyles: {
marginTop: '1rem',
background: '#f9fafb',
borderRadius: '8px'
}
});
scoreBreakdown.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('assertiveScore', {
label: '🎯 Director',
computedValue: () => `${scores()['assertive'] || 0} points`,
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
padding: '8px 12px',
background: '#fee2e2',
borderRadius: '6px'
}
}, '1fr');
row.addTextPanel('analyticalScore', {
label: '📊 Analyst',
computedValue: () => `${scores()['analytical'] || 0} points`,
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
padding: '8px 12px',
background: '#dbeafe',
borderRadius: '6px'
}
}, '1fr');
});
scoreBreakdown.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('amiableScore', {
label: '🤝 Supporter',
computedValue: () => `${scores()['amiable'] || 0} points`,
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
padding: '8px 12px',
background: '#d1fae5',
borderRadius: '6px'
}
}, '1fr');
row.addTextPanel('expressiveScore', {
label: '🌟 Motivator',
computedValue: () => `${scores()['expressive'] || 0} points`,
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
padding: '8px 12px',
background: '#fef3c7',
borderRadius: '6px'
}
}, '1fr');
});
// ============ PAGE 6: Lead Capture ============
const page6 = pages.addPage('lead-capture', { mobileBreakpoint: 500 });
page6.addRow(row => {
row.addTextPanel('header6', {
label: 'Step 6 of 6: Get Your Guide',
computedValue: () => 'Enter your details to receive your communication style guide',
customStyles: {
fontSize: '0.9rem',
color: '#6b7280',
marginBottom: '1rem'
}
});
});
page6.addSpacer({ height: '24px' });
page6.addRow(row => {
row.addTextbox('name', {
label: 'Your Name',
isRequired: true,
placeholder: 'Alex Smith'
}, '1fr');
row.addEmail('email', {
label: 'Work Email',
isRequired: true,
placeholder: 'alex@company.com'
}, '1fr');
});
page6.addRow(row => {
row.addCheckboxList('consent', {
options: [
{ id: 'guide', name: '📄 Send me the communication style guide', isRequired: true },
{ id: 'team', name: '👥 Send me team communication tips' },
{ id: 'workshop', name: '🎓 I\'m interested in team workshops' }
],
defaultValue: ['guide'],
orientation: 'vertical'
});
});
// ============ PDF REPORT ============
form.configurePdf('communication-guide', pdf => {
pdf.configure({
filename: 'communication-style-guide.pdf',
pageSize: 'A4',
allowUserDownload: true,
downloadButtonLabel: '📄 Download Style Guide',
header: {
title: 'Your Communication Style Guide',
subtitle: `Style: ${getStyleName(getWinningStyle())}`
},
footer: {
text: 'Generated by FormTs Communication Style Quiz',
showPageNumbers: true
}
});
pdf.addSection('Your Primary Style', section => {
section.addRow(row => {
row.addField('Style', getStyleName(getWinningStyle()));
row.addField('Type', getStyleEmoji(getWinningStyle()));
});
section.addSpacer(10);
section.addText(getStyleDescription(getWinningStyle()));
});
pdf.addSection('Your Strengths', section => {
const strengths = getStyleStrengths(getWinningStyle());
for (const strength of strengths) {
section.addText(`✅ ${strength}`);
}
});
pdf.addSection('Watch Out For', section => {
const challenges = getStyleChallenges(getWinningStyle());
for (const challenge of challenges) {
section.addText(`⚠️ ${challenge}`);
}
});
pdf.addPageBreak();
pdf.addSection('Working With Other Styles', section => {
section.addText('🎯 WITH DIRECTORS: Be brief, focus on results, respect their time');
section.addText('📊 WITH ANALYSTS: Provide data, be patient, give them time to process');
section.addText('🤝 WITH SUPPORTERS: Build rapport first, show appreciation, avoid pressure');
section.addText('🌟 WITH MOTIVATORS: Be enthusiastic, share the big picture, allow creativity');
});
pdf.addSection('Tips for Your Style', section => {
const style = getWinningStyle();
if (style === 'assertive') {
section.addText('1. Practice active listening - let others finish speaking');
section.addText('2. Ask for input before deciding');
section.addText('3. Acknowledge others\' feelings, not just facts');
} else if (style === 'analytical') {
section.addText('1. Set deadlines for your analysis');
section.addText('2. Share conclusions, not just data');
section.addText('3. Connect with others on a personal level');
} else if (style === 'amiable') {
section.addText('1. Practice saying "no" when needed');
section.addText('2. Share your opinions more directly');
section.addText('3. Don\'t avoid difficult conversations');
} else if (style === 'expressive') {
section.addText('1. Listen as much as you speak');
section.addText('2. Follow through on commitments');
section.addText('3. Pay attention to details');
}
});
});
// ============ SUBMIT BUTTON ============
form.configureSubmitButton({
label: () => `${getStyleEmoji(getWinningStyle())} Get My ${getStyleName(getWinningStyle())} Guide`
});
form.configureSubmitBehavior({
sendToServer: true
});
}
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the four communication styles?
The four styles are: Director (direct, decisive, results-oriented), Analyst (detail-focused, logical, thorough), Supporter (patient, diplomatic, team-oriented), and Motivator (enthusiastic, creative, relationship-focused).
Can I have traits from multiple communication styles?
Absolutely! Most people have a primary and secondary style. The quiz identifies your dominant tendencies, but you naturally adapt based on context. Understanding all styles helps you flex your approach.
How can this help my team?
When team members understand each other's communication styles, they can reduce misunderstandings, adapt their approach, and collaborate more effectively. Consider having your whole team take the quiz and share results.
Is this similar to DISC assessment?
Yes, this quiz is inspired by the DISC model and similar communication frameworks. While not a certified DISC assessment, it provides practical insights based on established communication psychology principles.
Can I customize this quiz for my organization?
Yes! Click 'Open in Editor' to customize the questions, style descriptions, and recommendations to match your organization's culture and terminology.