Circumplex Scales of Interpersonal Efficacy (CSIE)

Background:

The Circumplex Scales of Interpersonal Efficacy (CSIE)  reflects the author’s belief that interpersonal and social-cognitive approaches are highly compatible. The key construct of interpersonal theory (the interpersonal circumplex) was used to organize and measure key constructs of social-cognitive theory (efficacy expectancies and subjective values) to predict and understand the interpersonal behaviors expressed and satisfaction experienced in unscripted, dyadic interactions.

Author of Tool:

Kenneth D. Locke

Key references:

Primary use / Purpose:

The CSIE is a 32-item inventory designed to complement existing interpersonal circumplex measures by efficiently assessing confidence that one can engage in variety of interpersonal behaviors.

Psychometrics:

The eight 4-item scales of the CSIE appear to have a circumplex structure, adequate internal reliability, and convergent validity with measures of interpersonal values and interpersonal problems. A full description of the development and psychometrics of the CSIE can be found in:

Locke, K.D. & Sadler, P. (2007). Self-efficacy, values, and complementarity in dyadic interactions: Integrating interpersonal and social-cognitive theory. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 33, 94-109.

Circumplex Scales of Interpersonal Efficacy

For each of the following behaviors, rate how sure you are that you can act that way with other people. Use the following rating scale:

0   1   2   3   4   5   6   7    8   9   10

• I am not at all confident that…
• I am mildly confident that…
• I am moderately confident that…
• I am very confident that…
• I am absolutely confident that…

Sample Item:
When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can express myself clearly.

If you are absolutely confident that you can express yourself clearly, you would circle 10. If you feel not at all confident, you will circle 0. If you feel moderately confident that you can express yourself clearly, you will circle 5, and so on.

• 01. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can express myself openly.
• 02. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be tough
• 03. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can follow the rules
• 04. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be assertive
• 05. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can hide my thoughts and feelings
• 06. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can fit in
• 07. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can keep the upper hand
• 08. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can avoid getting into arguments
• 09. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can smooth over any difficulties
• 10. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be cold and unfriendly when I want to
• 11. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can get along with them
• 12. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can speak up when I have something to say
• 13. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be submissive
• 14. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can understand their feelings
• 15. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can win any arguments or competitions
• 16. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be a follower
• 17. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can get them to listen to what I have to say
• 18. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can get them to leave me alone
• 19. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be nice
• 20. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can take charge
• 21. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can disappear into the background when I want
• 22. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can soothe hurt feelings
• 23. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be aggressive if I need to
• 24. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can avoid making them angry
• 25. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be a leader
• 26. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be cruel when the situation calls for it
• 27. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be giving
• 28. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be forceful
• 29. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be quiet
• 30. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can be helpful
• 31. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can tell them when I am annoyed
• 32. When I am with others, 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 …I can let others take charge