Week 1 Flashcards
Define personality traits
Distinguishing personal characteristics
What is OCEAN?
The "big five" personality traits Openness Conscientiousness Extraversion Agreeableness Neuroticism
What are the characteristics of “openness”
Reflects intellectual curiosity, creativity and a preference for novelty and variety. Appreciation for art, emotion, adventure and unusual ideas.
What are the characteristics for “contentiousness”
Tendency to show self-discipline, act dutifully and aim for achievement; planned rather than spontaneous; organised and dependable
What are the characteristics of “extraversion”
Energy, positive emotions, assertiveness, sociability, talkativeness and the tendency to seek stimulation in the company of others.
What are the characteristics of “Agreeableness”
Tendency to be compassionate and cooperative rather than suspicious and hostile towards others
What are the characteristics of Neuroticism
Tendency to experience unpleasant emotions more easily, such as anxiety, depression, anger or mood swings.
What is Person-Job Fit?
- The compatibility between individuals and the job or talks they perform at work.
- Correct compatibly results in trait activation and improved productivity.
What are the exceptions to Person-job Fit theory
Self-monitors and Proactive
What are the characteristics of high self-monitors?
Ability to adjust to situations High sensitivity to social cues Pay attention to others and conform Better performers Less organizational commitment – more mobile
What are the characteristics of low self-monitors?
Display true attributes across situations
High behavioural consistency
What are the characteristics of a proactive personality
o Unconstrained by situations and make change
o Identify opportunities and act on them
o Show initiative
o Persevere until there’s change
o High innovation, job performance and success
o Oppressed if leader disagrees
What job environments cause trait activation for:
High O+C
independence in completing work
What job environments cause trait activation for:
High N+A+E
social skills & angry people
What job environments cause trait activation for:
High E
competition
