Color personality test – what is it, and should you care? In this article, we introduce some unexpected aspects of the “new” test and discuss if it might be appropriate for your workplace. We put “new” in quotes because there are many different color personality tests, some dating back decades, but a recent viral version has brought the color personality test back into popular conversation. Next, we'll also define the color personality test meanings and what you can hope to get out of the test. Finally, we’ll list some alternatives if you’re looking for a more traditional personality test. Let’s dive in.
What Is the Color Personality Test?
Color personality tests have been around for decades. A significant methodology linking colors to personality types is True Colors. It was developed by Don Lowry in 1978, and draws from Jungian theory and the Myers Briggs personality test to divide personalities into different colors (orange, gold, green, and blue). Since then, there have been lots of different color code personality tests, of which the Ktestone color personality test is the latest.
Both in its design and use of language, the test is distinguished by its quirkiness. The visual design is simple and retro; it’s designed to look like it was made with 1990s graphic design software. The language, translated from Korean, is sometimes unexpectedly profound, with questions like “What am I to my first-time friends?” and answer choices like “No present, no future.”
Personality tests tend to fall into two categories: fun or business. The Ktestone test definitely falls into the “fun” category, but that doesn’t mean it’s not useful to a workplace. Read on to find out more about the Ktestone color personality test meanings and ways you can use it in business.
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Color Personality Test Meanings
The Ktestone color code personality test asks you 12 questions, then tells you the color of your personality. This is where the quirkiness of the test comes in, with a wealth of unexpected, beautiful color names to make each test taker feel unique. The results are likely to make someone smile, even if they don’t necessarily learn a lot. Results include:
- ocean depths
- oasis
- dandelion
- quartz
- alice blue
- sprout
- cactus
- vanilla ice
- warm flame
The test results also provide two other colors of personalities the test taker should meet. For example, if you are “warm flame,” you learn things such as:
- You enjoy going it alone and don’t hesitate to speak your mind.
- You have a clear delineation between those you like and those you don’t.
- You are interested in many things, but often give up and move on to the next thing before learning a lot or getting good at it due to lack of concentration and support (see above reference to going it alone).
- You have many emotional ups and downs, and hate being framed or told to do repetitive tasks.
- You match well with people who prefer to act relative to talking a lot. It’s also helpful if they communicate well and pay attention.
- Good personality color matches are Alice Blue or Quartz.
What Work Culture Is The Color Personality Test Suited For?
Unlike many popular personality tests, including True Colors, the Ktestone test doesn’t take itself very seriously. If you try out the test, you’ll soon get the sense that it’s more on the fun side than the practical side. This doesn’t mean the color personality test isn’t suited to the workplace. Rather, it means this tool is better suited as a team-building activity than something that will yield trustworthy data. It’s a chance for colleagues to laugh together and for a workplace to show it’s lighter side.
Thinking outside the box of standard use of personality tests, if your business wants to appeal to a younger demographic, this test could be an effective marketing tool. Posting about the test on social media is a way to engage with an existing conversation among young people. You could post test results of specific employees, or you could even take the test on behalf of your workplace as a whole and see what answer you get.
If you’re looking for a more typical color personality test, the True Colors methodology is used by businesses around the world. This test helps people understand their differences to minimize conflict and maximize collaboration.
Conclusion
The Ktestone color personality test is a lot of fun. It can be an effective tool for team-building, but shouldn’t be taken too seriously. In addition, it can be a tool to help build a positive workplace culture. On the other hand, if you’re looking for color personality tests that help employees learn about their work styles or each other, you probably want a different type of test. Some widely used personality tests include the Myers Briggs personality test and tests using the True Colors methodology (which was developed from Myers Briggs). Happy testing!
Additional Reading:
- Myers Briggs: Improve Workplace Communication
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- Mental Models: What Are They?
- Case Interview: Complete Prep Guide