the kazi language explained, for talent professionals
kazi team roles
The Kazi Team Roles Test supports talent in their search for a workplace that fits their needs, by identifying which (team) role suits them best. At the same time, we also assess the employer needs. As a result, each and every talent gets a clear overview of his or her desired team role(s). Our research was designed and conducted in partnership with a team of therapists, HR-experts and academics.
Goal-oriented performer
A goal-oriented performer focuses on finding solutions and achieving goals. In a group, the employee tends to focus on what needs to happen in the short-term.
Creative
A creative type thinks outside of the box. They are experts on the issue and work hard at innovation. In a group, they come up with creative solutions for existing challenges.
Visionary/strategist
A visionary/strategist has a clear vision for the future and the direction in which one must go. In a team, the employee takes on tasks that the group has to critically examine with respect to long-term relevance.
Helicopter
A helicopter maintains oversight and can determine the fastest road to success. In a group, they do not lose sight of the long-term goal.
Planner
A planner ensures efficiency and effectiveness when achieving short-term goals. In a group, the employee focuses on the way in which the goal must be achieved.
Team player
A team player can engage action from each team member and likes to work in a team. The employee has an eye for atmosphere and trust.
Challenger
A challenging team member tries to maximize each collaborative partner’s potential and engages everyone to strive for excellent performance.
Networker
A networker allows the team to turn to the outside and makes easily connections with people outside the team to obtain or announce results.
kazi work values
The Kazi Work Values Test enables talent to express their expectations, to jumpstart their search for the right workplace. Using the same techniques, we also define the employer needs. As a result, each and every talent gets a clear overview of his or her desired team role(s). Our research was designed and conducted in partnership with a team of therapists, HR-experts and academics.
Ambitious
In this job, it is important to continue training. This allows the employee to further develop and for career opportunities to materialize—both within the position, as well as toward another position. There is a lot of freedom in the order in which the tasks can be performed.
Innovative
In this job, the employee is often busy optimizing products or processes. This requires a healthy dose of creativity and imagination. The employee is challenged and must step out of his or her comfort zone frequently. A dynamic and constantly evolving environment, with its varying tasks and expectations, requires the employee to have a healthy entrepreneurial spirit.
People person
In this job, the priority is achieving results. The employee has a lot of responsibility with respect to the final product or service delivered. Decisions have an impact on others or on the organization.
Accurate
In this job, accuracy and detail-oriented work are priorities.
Harmonious
In this job, the employee must closely follow procedures, agreements, or work methods. There is a clear job description and the employee often receives feedback about his or her performance by means of structured consultation. The employee primarily has contact within the organization and contact is informal in nature.
Results-oriented
In this job, the priority is achieving results. The employee has a lot of responsibility with respect to the final product or service delivered. Decisions have an impact on others or on the organization.