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. 2021 Feb 17;16(2):e0246423. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0246423

Table 2. Mean scores and standard deviations for items on the performing arts professionals’ occupational self-efficacy scale.

Self-efficacy item M (SD) Range
1. Fully understand what I am required to do to be proactive in my career 7.5 (2.1) 0–10
2. Motivate myself to work (e.g. apply for roles, rehearse) 7.5 (2.1) 0–10
3. Fully understand all instructions given to me 8.3 (1.8) 0–10
4. Structure my time to manage my workload 7.3 (2.2) 0–10
5. Keep to external deadlines 8.6 (1.6) 0–10
6. Concentrate when at work 8.6 (1.6) 0–10
7. Remember information presented at work or in books 8.0 (1.8) 0–10
8. Take good notes during instruction from others 8.0 (1.9) 0–10
9. Independently study or research 8.1 (1.9) 0–10
10. Complete classes or workshops that I have signed up for 8.6 (1.8) 0–10
11. Participate in group exercises 8.0 (2.1) 0–10
12. Work with others to achieve a joint goal 8.8 (1.5) 1–10
13. Share my ideas in group discussions 8.2 (1.9) 0–10
14. Lead or coordinate my peers / colleagues in group work 7.5 (2.2) 0–10
15. Interview / audition for roles 7.5 (2.3) 0–10
16. Prepare for performances (this includes technical work, rehearsals, etc. as applicable) 8.8 (1.5) 1–10
17. Take part in performances 9.0 (1.5) 0–10
18. Make phone calls to people I don’t know (for work-based purposes, e.g. to hire equipment) 6.8 (2.8) 0–10
19. Socialize with others in my workplace 7.5 (2.3) 0–10
20. Ask for help with my work (if required) from a colleague or peer 7.4 (2.3) 0–10
21. Ask for help with my work (if required) from an employer or member of production team 7.6 (2.2) 0–10
22. Get a colleague or peer to help me if I have difficulty interacting with others at my workplace 6.0 (2.8) 0–10
23. Get an employer or member of my production team to help me if I have difficulty interacting with others at my workplace 5.7 (2.9) 0–10
24. Network to secure future opportunities 5.6 (2.7) 0–10
Total 7.8 (1.3) 3–10