03.02.T02-SA — Self-Assessment: Could I Follow Daudi's Path?

Assessing My Vulnerability to the Traps That Destroyed Daudi

Daudi's downfall did not begin with a bribe. It began with attitudes, desires, influences and choices that gradually shaped the course of his life.

Use this assessment to evaluate the extent to which similar vulnerabilities may exist in your own life.

Scoring Guide

Part A: Hidden Attitudes and Motives

Daudi's corruption journey began long before he entered the workplace. It began in his heart.

1. I compare myself with people who appear more successful than I am.

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2. I sometimes feel resentful when others seem to have advantages that I do not have.

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3. I frequently dream about becoming wealthy and successful.

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4. My desire for success occasionally overshadows my values.

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5. I am genuinely content with my current stage in life.(Reverse Score)

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Part B: Public Appearance versus Private Reality

Daudi looked committed on the outside while his heart was moving in a different direction.

6. My private conduct matches the image I present publicly.(Reverse Score)

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7. I sometimes behave differently depending on who is watching.

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8. I am honest with myself about my weaknesses.(Reverse Score)

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9. I sometimes focus more on appearances than genuine character development.

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10. I allow trusted people to challenge me when necessary.(Reverse Score)

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Part C: Influence and Mentorship

Zakayo played a significant role in shaping Daudi's early professional behaviour.

11. I am strongly influenced by people I admire.

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12. I carefully evaluate advice before acting on it.(Reverse Score)

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13. Financially successful people easily capture my attention.

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14. I sometimes ignore ethical concerns when opportunities seem attractive.

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15. I am willing to reject advice that conflicts with my values.(Reverse Score)

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Part D: Easy Money and Financial Temptation

Daudi quickly became comfortable with corrupt income and eventually budgeted for it.

16. I am attracted to opportunities that promise quick financial gain.

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17. I sometimes justify questionable behaviour when money is involved.

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18. I find it difficult to walk away from lucrative opportunities.

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19. I am willing to wait patiently for legitimate rewards.(Reverse Score)

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20. I value integrity more than financial gain.(Reverse Score)

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Part E: Responding to Correction

Daudi ignored both Pastor Ssiwa's warning and Mama Tatu's concerns.

21. I respond positively when people challenge my behaviour.(Reverse Score)

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22. I become defensive when others question my decisions.

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23. I am willing to admit when I am wrong.(Reverse Score)

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24. I take warnings seriously even when they are uncomfortable.(Reverse Score)

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25. I sometimes dismiss people who genuinely want to help me.

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Part F: Gifts, Favours and Conflicts of Interest

The Delph Contractors saga revealed how gifts and relationships can influence judgement.

26. I can remain objective when dealing with friends or relatives.(Reverse Score)

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27. Gifts and favours can influence my decisions.

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28. I sometimes feel obligated to return favours.

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29. I avoid situations that create conflicts of interest.(Reverse Score)

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30. I can make difficult decisions even when friends are involved.(Reverse Score)

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Part G: Integrity Under Pressure

Keziya stood firm while Daudi continued compromising.

31. I can maintain my principles when under pressure.(Reverse Score)

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32. I sometimes compromise to avoid inconvenience.

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33. I am willing to lose opportunities rather than act dishonestly.(Reverse Score)

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34. I find it difficult to stand alone when others disagree with me.

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35. I respect people who refuse to compromise their values.(Reverse Score)

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Part H: Power, Position and Success

As Daudi became more successful, his behaviour worsened rather than improved.

36. Success has made me more humble and accountable.(Reverse Score)

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37. I sometimes believe that my achievements place me above certain rules.

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38. I use my influence responsibly.(Reverse Score)

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39. I consider how my decisions affect vulnerable people.(Reverse Score)

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40. I am willing to sacrifice personal gain for what is right.(Reverse Score)

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Part I: Warning Signs and Accountability

Many warning signs appeared before Daudi's downfall became public.

41. I pay attention to warning signs in my life.(Reverse Score)

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42. I have people who can hold me accountable.(Reverse Score)

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43. I am willing to change course when I realise I am heading in the wrong direction.(Reverse Score)

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44. I sometimes assume that negative consequences will never happen to me.

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45. I regularly examine my life for areas that need correction.(Reverse Score)

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Scoring Summary

Part A Total: _____ / 25

Part B Total: _____ / 25

Part C Total: _____ / 25

Part D Total: _____ / 25

Part E Total: _____ / 25

Part F Total: _____ / 25

Part G Total: _____ / 25

Part H Total: _____ / 25

Part I Total: _____ / 25

Grand Total

Total Score: _____ / 225

Reflection on My Results

46. Which area most resembles Daudi's early vulnerabilities?

47. Which warning sign in your life deserves immediate attention?

48. Which positive character in the story (Keziya, Musa, Mama Tatu, Pastor Ssiwa or another) do you most need to learn from? Why?

49. Which decision made by Daudi are you most determined never to repeat?

50. If your current path continued unchanged for the next five years, what concerns you most?

51. What is one change you need to make immediately to reduce your vulnerability to corruption?

52. What lesson from Daudi's story do you most need to apply in your own life?