Lecture 3: Personality & Cultural Values

Question 1

Myers Briggs type indicator

Answer 1

-The goal is to explore individuals on likes/dislikes, strengths/weaknesses, compatibility with others, & career preferences
-16 personality types

Question 2

Characteristics of Myers-Briggs

Answer 2

-Extravert vs. introvert (interaction)
-Sensors vs. intuitives (information processing)
-Thinkers vs. Feelers (personal decisions)
-Judgers vs. Perceivers (interact w surroundings)

Question 3

Big 5 Factor Model

Answer 3

Varying levels of…
1) conscientiousness
2) extraversion
3) agreeableness
4) neuroticism
5) openness

Question 4

Hofstede’s Dimension of Cultural Values

Answer 4

1) power distance
2) individualism vs. Collectivism.
3) masculinity vs. Femininity
4) uncertainty avoidance
5) long vs. Short term orientation
6) indulgence vs. Restraint

Question 5

Implications of Personality

Answer 5

Personality traits, often influence, a persons, level of tolerance and work ethics
(Eg extraverts vs introverts, conscientiousness is often considered, strongest predictor across all industries)

Question 6

Implications of Culture

Answer 6

Positive workplace culture, fosters an environment of trust, collaboration, accountability, and accomplishment
(eg collectivist vs individualist)