What Is Your Communication Style Quiz?
Communication style is one of the most revealing things about a person, and also one of the most misread. The person who says exactly what they mean and nothing more is not being cold, they are being efficient. The person who tells you a long story before getting to the point is not wasting your time, the story is the point. And the person who barely speaks in a group conversation is often the one who has understood the most by the end of it.
This quiz works out which of five communication styles is most naturally yours, whether you are a straight talker, a diplomatic communicator, a storyteller, a deep listener, or an expressive communicator. Answer the eight questions based on how you actually communicate rather than how you think you should, and the result will be more accurate than you expect.
The breakdown at the end shows your full communication profile. Share it with someone you work or live with and compare results, it tends to explain a few things.
FAQ
How many possible results are there?
Five: The Straight Talker, The Diplomatic Communicator, The Storyteller, The Deep Listener, and The Expressive Communicator. Most people recognise themselves in one immediately, though the breakdown usually shows a secondary style that is also recognisable.
What if my style changes depending on the context?
Answer based on your most consistent natural default rather than any specific situation. Most people have a dominant style even if they adapt it at work, at home, or in different relationships.
Can I get a different result if I retake it?
Yes. The answer options shuffle on every play, and a slightly different frame of mind often shifts the result. If you were genuinely torn between two options on a few questions it is worth running it again.
What if my result does not feel like me?
Look at the full communication profile rather than just the top result. Most people have a clear primary style with a strong secondary one, and the percentages usually show that more honestly than the single answer does.