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
Why should you use the Big five personality model?
Why should you not use the Myers-Briggs type indicator personality test?
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What are the four factors of the Myers-Briggs?
- Sensing (S) /Intuitive (N)
- Thinking (T) /Feeling (F)
- Judging (J) /perceiving (P)
What are some criticisms about the Big Five personality test
- Self reported
- Different results based on context/timing
- More dimensions? - (HEXACO): honesty/humility
Why do some traits predict performance in general?
How does Trait Activation Theory (TAT) influences personality at work?
- 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:
- 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?
- 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?
Low CSE: less confidence, feel less capable, feel threatened
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