What Type of #bosslady Are You?

By: Alex Wittman
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
What Type of #bosslady Are You?
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About This Quiz

Oh, hey there, you boss lady, you! What, you didn't think we'd notice? Um, that hustle of yours is pretty hard to ignore! Because we find you inspiring AF, we put together this quiz to determine what type of #bosslady you are.

That's right: you can't color every boss babe with the same highlighter. Each one has their own strengths that set them apart! While no two women get after their goals in the exact same way, we've done our best to break down boss ladies into four different types. You curious to find where you fit in, kween?

Peep your planner and see if you can carve out a few minutes to answer some questions to determine what type of #bosslady you are. Are you slaying the corporate scene? Or are you killing it as your own boss? Is your strength leadership? Maybe your colleagues know you as the ideas woman? Whatever industry you're making waves in, there's no doubt you're a boss babe!

With as hard as you've been hustling, you deserve a little break. Take a few minutes for yourself with our quiz. Once the results reveal what type of #bosslady you are, we promise you can get right back to grinding!


Girl working
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Throwing it back! How old were you when you got your first job?
I was a teenager.
I was in college.
Idk, but way young!
My first job was after college.

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Stressed girl at work
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Everyone gets stressed. How do you handle pressure at work?
Deep breaths, my dude.
I vent to a coworker.
I go for a walk.
Tbh, I just grind through it.

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Young businesswoman
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Which quality do you totally embody?
Ambitious
Saavy
Hardworking
Disciplined

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Team of businesswomen
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What's something you're working on?
Finding life-work balance
Showing compassion toward my colleagues
Speaking up in meetings
Perfecting my morning routine

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Businesswoman and coworkers
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Do you get along with your coworkers?
As long as they do what I say!
My work environment is competitive AF.
I'm totally a team player.
Tbh, I work better on my own.

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Businesswoman at office
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Would you like to run your own business someday?
Will it be a Fortune 500 company? Then, yes.
Nah, not my thing.
That's my dream!
Hmm, working for myself could be cool.

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Businesswoman qualities
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Which of the following best describes you?
Strong-willed
Organized
Bold
Creative

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Woman having breakfast
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Rise and grind! Which of the following is an essential part of your morning routine?
Exercise
Coffee
Meditation
Oops, I'm working on my morning routine.

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Desk
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What are we most likely to find on your desk?
Fresh flowers
Detailed calendar
Photo of my family
My motivational mantra

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Woman hiking
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What's your go-to form of self care?
Journaling
Pedicure
Chatting with a trusted friend
Going for a hike

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Fruits on desk
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When you start to get hangry, which snack do you pull out of your desk?
Trail mix
Candy bar
I run almost exclusively on caffeine.
Piece of fruit

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Two businesswomen
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Do you have a mentor?
I have several!
No, but I'd like to find the right person.
Yes, and they inspire me every day!
Not yet. Do I need one?

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Happy businesswomen
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Are you passionate about your current job?
Yes!
Not really, but it's a stepping stone.
I'm passionate about being my own boss.
I prefer to be working on several different projects.

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Businesswoman on phone
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What time of the day are you productive AF?
Morning
Afternoon
Night
It depends on the day, tbh.

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Businesswoman studying
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If you had the time, which of these skills would you love to learn?
Speed reading
Copywriting
Videography
Another language

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Networking
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How do you feel about networking?
I know it's essential.
I live for it!
It can be useful.
It can be kind of awkward.

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Powerful woman
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Which of the following do you want most from your career?
Power
Money
Purpose
Freedom

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Confident woman
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Do you consider yourself a confident person?
The most confident!
For the most part, yes, I do.
I'm not afraid to put myself out there.
It's something I'm working on.

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Businesswoman thinking
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Are you good at making tough decisions?
I'm ruthless.
I'd rather someone else made them.
It's tough, but I understand it's necessary.
I'm willing to do what needs to be done.

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Linkedin
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Is your LinkedIn profile up to date?
Most people in my field know who I am.
Of course. Isn't yours?
Oops, I should get on that.
I have my own website.

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Stylish businesswoman
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If you were free to choose, what would you wear to work every day?
Designer clothes
Somethng classy yet comfortable
Jeans
Pajamas

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Woman paying
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If you got an unexpected bonus, what would you spend the money on?
New house
New car
Put it back into my business
Travel

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Hashtags
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Which hashtag speaks to your boss lady soul?
#girlboss
#buildingbossladies
#dontquityourdaydream
#caffeinateandconquer

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Businesswoman jumping
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Have you ever taken a risk in your career?
Better to beg forgiveness than ask permission!
Eek, risks are scary.
Yes, to follow my dreams!
Not yet, but I'm not afraid to either.

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Businesswoman reading
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Where do you find the most inspiration and guidance?
My mentors
Podcasts
Books
YouTube

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Michelle Obama
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Which of these boss ladies would you love to have brunch with?
Michelle Obama
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Oprah
Greta Thunberg

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Woman addressing her team
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Do you like being in charge?
Yes, that's where I thrive.
No, I prefer to be part of a team.
It has its moments!
Yes, and I like working solo.

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Working late
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How likely are you to work late?
I'm all about the hustle.
It's not unheard of!
I have to work so my dream will.
I set boundaries.

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Businesswoman listening to music
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Which of these #bosslady songs is your anthem?
"7 Rings" by Ariana Grande
"Bodak Yellow" by Cardi B
"Flawless" by Beyonce
"Good as Hell" by Lizzo

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Mature businesswoman
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When you retire, how do you want to be remembered?
As a fearless leader
As a committed team player
As a gamechanger
As someone who lived their truth

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