Color Code Personality Test
Discover your true personality type with the renowned Color Code assessment. Learn whether you're a Red, Blue, White, or Yellow, and understand your core motivations, strengths, and communication style with our free personality test.
The Color Code Personality Assessment
The Color Code Personality Test, developed by Dr. Taylor Hartman, is a unique assessment that identifies your core motives, helping you understand not just what you do, but why you do it.
Unlike other personality tests that focus on behavior, the Color Code reveals your driving core motives that influence all your decisions and interactions.
Discover whether you're primarily:
- Red (Power): Driven by achievement and control
- Blue (Intimacy): Motivated by connection and authenticity
- White (Peace): Seeking harmony and calm
- Yellow (Fun): Pursuing enjoyment and positive experiences
Understanding your color can transform your relationships, career decisions, and personal growth journey.
About This Test
30 questions designed to identify your natural tendencies and core motivations
Free assessment based on Dr. Taylor Hartman's Color Code personality system
Takes about 10 minutes to complete and receive your results
Comprehensive profile including your strengths, limitations, and relationship patterns
How to Take the Color Code Test
For the most accurate results, follow these guidelines:
Answer Honestly
Respond based on who you naturally are, not who you aspire to be or think you should be. Choose what feels most authentic to your natural tendencies.
Go With Instinct
Don't overthink your answers. Your first instinctive response is usually the most accurate reflection of your true personality.
Consider Your Core
Focus on your inherent nature, not behaviors you've learned. This test is about your innate personality, not acquired skills or adaptations.
The Theory Behind The Color Code
The Color Code personality assessment was developed by Dr. Taylor Hartman, psychologist and author of "The Color Code: A New Way to See Yourself, Your Relationships, and Life."
Unlike other personality tests that focus on behavior (what you do), the Color Code examines motive (why you do what you do). This approach offers deeper insights into your innate character and core drives.
According to Dr. Hartman's research, people are born with a core motive that drives their behaviors and decisions. While we all have aspects of all four colors, one typically dominates as our driving force.
Key Principles of the Color Code:
- Personality is influenced by both nature (innate characteristics) and nurture (life experiences)
- Understanding core motives provides insight into natural tendencies and potential limitations
- No color is better than others - each has unique strengths and challenges
- Personal growth comes from developing all four color characteristics while honoring your core motive
The Four Personality Colors
Red: The Power-Wielders
Reds are driven by power, leadership, and achievement. They are logical, determined, and focused on productivity and results. While naturally commanding and confident, they may struggle with patience and sensitivity to others' feelings.
Blue: The Do-Gooders
Blues are driven by intimacy, connection, and meaning. They are thoughtful, quality-conscious, and deeply value authenticity and integrity. While naturally empathetic and conscientious, they may struggle with perfectionism and taking things too personally.
White: The Peacekeepers
Whites are driven by peace, harmony, and balance. They are patient, kind, and logical thinkers who value independence and calm. While naturally adaptable and accepting, they may struggle with assertiveness and decision-making.
Yellow: The Fun-Lovers
Yellows are driven by fun, sociability, and enthusiasm. They are charismatic, optimistic, and naturally playful. While creative and inspiring, they may struggle with follow-through and addressing deep emotional issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Color Code Personality Test?
The Color Code Personality Test is a personality assessment developed by Dr. Taylor Hartman that categorizes people into four main personality types: Red (Power-driven), Blue (Intimacy-driven), White (Peace-driven), and Yellow (Fun-driven). Unlike other personality tests that analyze behavior, the Color Code assesses temperament and motives - why you do what you do, not just what you do.
How accurate is the Color Code Personality Test?
The Color Code Personality Test has been validated through years of research and is widely regarded as a highly accurate assessment tool. When answered honestly about your natural tendencies (not how you wish to be), it provides valuable insights into your core motivations and behaviors. Most people find their results to be 85-95% accurate in describing their intrinsic personality.
What do the four colors in the Color Code represent?
In the Color Code system, each color represents a different core motive: Red personalities are driven by power and achievement; Blue personalities are motivated by intimacy and connection; White personalities seek peace and harmony; and Yellow personalities are driven by fun and enjoyment. Everyone has aspects of all four colors, but one typically dominates as your primary driving motive.
How can I use my Color Code results?
Your Color Code results can help you understand your natural strengths, limitations, and communication style. This self-awareness can improve your relationships by helping you recognize why you react certain ways and how to better interact with different personality types. In professional settings, it can help with career choices, team dynamics, leadership development, and conflict resolution. Many people also use their results for personal growth by developing their limitations while leveraging their natural strengths.
Can my Color Code personality change over time?
According to Dr. Hartman's theory, your core motive (primary color) is innate and remains relatively stable throughout your life. However, your behaviors and secondary color influences can evolve as you grow and develop. Life experiences, environment, and conscious personal development can affect how you express your core personality. While you may develop characteristics of other colors, your primary driving motivation typically remains consistent.
Books and Resources
If you'd like to dive deeper into the Color Code personality system, here are some valuable resources:
The Color Code: A New Way to See Yourself, Your Relationships, and Life
By Dr. Taylor Hartman
The original book that introduced the Color Code system. Dr. Hartman explains the four personality types in detail and provides strategies for personal growth and improved relationships.
View on Amazon →The People Code: It's All About Your Innate Motive
By Dr. Taylor Hartman
A revised and expanded edition of The Color Code with additional insights and applications for understanding your personality and improving relationships.
View on Amazon →The Character Code: Who You Are and How You Live
By Dr. Taylor Hartman
This follow-up book focuses on understanding character development within each color personality and provides tools for enhancing personal integrity and emotional intelligence.
View on Amazon →Online Resources
- The Color Code Official Website:
Visit www.colorcode.com for additional resources, the complete assessment, and professional applications.
- YouTube Channel:
The Color Code YouTube channel offers videos on personality insights, relationship dynamics, and applications for work and personal life.
- Blog Articles:
Our blog features articles on applying Color Code principles in various aspects of life including parenting, leadership, and self-improvement.
Discover Your True Colors Today
Understanding your personality type is the first step to better relationships, improved communication, and personal growth