How long does this quiz take?

It takes about 3-4 minutes to complete.

Are my responses private?

Yes, all answers are anonymized and confidential.

Can I take this test more than once?

Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your results may have changed.

Will this quiz tell me if I am in love with my coworker?

This quiz focuses on task attraction, which measures how much you value their work skills and reliability, though high scores can sometimes overlap with other forms of attraction.

Can my results help improve our working relationship?

Yes, understanding your level of respect for a colleague's competence can help you identify why you work well together or where trust might need to be built.

Discover the true nature of your connection with a colleague using this professional compatibility assessment.

Interpersonal Attraction Scale - Task Attraction

Evaluate the strength of your professional bond and work dynamic.

By Mark Travers, Ph.D. | Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Reviewed by Jourdan Travers, LCSW

Have you ever wondered why you click so well with certain colleagues but struggle to find a rhythm with others? The dynamic you share with a coworker sometimes goes beyond simple friendship or personality clashes; it is rooted in "task attraction," a specific form of interpersonal connection defined by how much you respect and rely on someone's professional capabilities. This Workplace Synergy Test is designed to help you quantify that connection, distinguishing between a fleeting work crush and a solid foundation of mutual professional respect.

Based on the task attraction dimension of established psychological research, this assessment evaluates how you perceive a coworker's competence, reliability, and problem-solving skills. Unlike general attraction, which focuses on social or physical traits, task attraction is part of what holds high-performing teams together. Understanding this dimension can explain why you might feel drawn to a coworker's work ethic or why you feel completely at ease collaborating on high-stakes projects.

While taking this test, consider your honest feelings about working with the individual in question. Are they your go-to person for solving crises, or do you simply enjoy their company? For a broader understanding of your workplace dynamics, you might also find our Gaslighting at Work Questionnaire helpful if you feel undermined, or the Positive Workplace Gossip Scale to see how communication flows in your office.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this quiz take?: It takes about 3-4 minutes to complete.
Are my responses private?: Yes, all Interpersonal Attraction Scale - Task Attraction answers are anonymized and confidential.
Can I take this test more than once?: Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your Interpersonal Attraction Scale - Task Attraction results may have changed.
Will this quiz tell me if I am in love with my coworker?: This quiz focuses on task attraction, which measures how much you value their work skills and reliability, though high scores can sometimes overlap with other forms of attraction.
Can my results help improve our working relationship?: Yes, understanding your level of respect for a colleague's competence can help you identify why you work well together or where trust might need to be built.

Workplace Synergy Test: Take The Quiz

Step 1: Rate Your Perception of Your Coworker

For each statement, indicate how much you agree on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree). For best results, answer honestly and trust your first instinct.

1. You can always count on them to finish a task.

2. I get the impression that they are a highly efficient worker.

3. If we brainstormed together, we would likely generate high-quality ideas.

4. It would be an enjoyable experience to work alongside them.

5. I feel confident that we could accomplish almost anything together.

6. They approach their assigned duties with seriousness and dedication.

7. I have full trust in their capacity to complete the job.

8. When I need results, I know I can depend on them.

9. They appear to be an excellent problem solver.

10. Collaborating with them makes difficult assignments feel much easier.

11. I would value their opinion on work-related matters.

Step 2: Enter Your Demographics

Provide your age, gender, region, and first name for a detailed report comparing your results to others.

What is your age?

What is your gender?

What region of the world do you live in?

What is your first name?

Step 3: Submit Your Interpersonal Attraction Scale - Task Attraction Answers

After completing all questions, click below to send your responses to Mark Travers, Ph.D. All answers are anonymized and confidential.

References

McCroskey, J. C., & McCain, T. A. (1974). The measurement of interpersonal attraction. Speech Monographs, 41(3), 261–266.

Disclaimer

This scale is designed for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.