publications motives, values, preferences inventory scales

Scales of the Motives, Values, Preferences Inventory

recognition

The desire to be appreciated, recognised, visible and the centre of attention.

power

A preference for challenge, competition, success, control and getting ahead.

hedonism

Giving high priority to pleasure, recreation, entertainment, excitement and variety.

altruism

A concern for social justice and the improvement of society and a desire to help the less fortunate.

affiliation

An appreciation of friendships, the company of others and varied social contact.

tradition

A concern for morality, high standards and well-established principles of conduct.

security

A preference for structure, order and predictability in employment and finance.

business

An interest in material success, realising profits, and finding business opportunities.

culture

An appreciation of aesthetic values and creative self-expression.

rationality

A preference for evidence over opinion and an analytic approach to problem solving.

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