Individual differences at work

10 important questions on Individual differences at work

What are the correlations between general cognitive ability and job performance and training succes

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Why should you use the Big five personality model?

The most widely researched and the most valid model of personality

Why should you not use the Myers-Briggs type indicator personality test?

Poor validity en restrictive categories (16)
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What are the four factors of the Myers-Briggs?

- Introverted (I) /extraverted (E)
- Sensing (S) /Intuitive (N)
- Thinking (T) /Feeling (F)
- Judging (J) /perceiving (P)

What are some criticisms about the Big Five personality test

- A theoretical (factor model)
- Self reported
- Different results based on context/timing
- More dimensions? - (HEXACO): honesty/humility

Why do some traits predict performance in general?

They are connected to Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB): these are general prosocial traits that take different forms in different contexts.

How does Trait Activation Theory (TAT) influences personality at work?

- normative change: age related behaviors or norm, social norms, increased conscientiousness with aging
- Deepening/strengthening traits: seeking out matching environments, leading to strengthening traits
- unique work experiences can shift personality traits

Cognitive ability and Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) are independent and have different influences at different times, explain how:

- Performance at work increases linearly in early stages of work due to cognitive abilities
- In the later stages personality becomes more important

Psychological capital focuses on the importance of positivity for behavior and wellbeing, and adopting a positive stance promotes confidence and working together towards goals. What 4 things does psychological capital focus on?

- Hope
- Resillience
- Optimism
- Self-efficacy

Core self-evaluation (CSE) is linked to self esteem, self efficacy, locus of control and neuroticism. What is the affect of high CSE and what is the affect of low CSE?

High CSE: Confidence, positivity, feel in control
Low CSE: less confidence, feel less capable, feel threatened

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