Personality Measurement Flashcards
(9 cards)
what are the 2 dominant frameworks used to describe personality
- Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
- Big Five Model
explain the Myers briggs thingy
Check the slides /chat or waffle this hit but you need to know
Extroverted vs introverted = Assertive vs Shy
Sensing vs intuitive = Practical and orderly vs big picture thinking
thinking vs feeling = Logic vs emotion and values
judging vs perceiving = Want order/ structure vs go with the flow
JP TF SI EI
JP? The Fuck?? See eye see eye ( like that song )
The Big Five Personality thing splain this beach
Extroversion = Sociable, gregarious, and assertive
Agreeableness = Good-natured, cooperative, and trusting
Conscientiousness = Responsible, dependable, persistent,
and organize
Emotional Stability = Calm, self-confident, secure under stress (positive),
versus nervous, depressed, and insecure under stress
(negative)
Openness to Experience = Curious, imaginative, artistic, and sensitive
OCEAN
O - Openness to Experience:
What it is: This trait is about how open you are to new things, new ideas, and new experiences. It’s about imagination, curiosity, and an appreciation for art and beauty.
High Scorers (like your “Curious, imaginative, artistic, and sensitive” description): They’re the adventurous types, always up for trying something different. They’re often creative, intellectual, and appreciate variety. They might enjoy abstract concepts and challenging norms.
Low Scorers: They tend to be more conventional, practical, and prefer routines. They like things straightforward and familiar. Change isn’t always their favorite.
Think of it as: How much you like to color outside the lines.
C - Conscientiousness:
What it is: This is all about being organized, dependable, responsible, and self-disciplined. It’s about how much you pay attention to detail and follow through on things.
High Scorers (like your “Responsible, dependable, persistent, and organized” description): These are your reliable go-getters. They make plans and stick to them. They’re hardworking, organized, and aim for achievement. They’re the ones who probably have a neat desk and always meet deadlines.
Low Scorers: They can be more spontaneous, flexible, but also sometimes seen as careless, disorganized, or unreliable.
Think of it as: How much you’ve got your stuff together.
E - Extroversion:
What it is: This trait describes how outgoing, sociable, and energetic you are. It’s about where you get your energy from – being around others or being alone.
High Scorers (like your “Sociable, gregarious, and assertive” description): These are the life-of-the-party types. They love being around people, are talkative, assertive, and draw energy from social interaction.
Low Scorers (Introverts): They are often more reserved, quiet, and thoughtful. They get their energy from spending time alone or in smaller, more intimate groups. They’re not necessarily shy, just less outwardly expressive and need recharge time after a lot of social interaction.
Think of it as: Your social battery and how you charge it.
A - Agreeableness:
What it is: This relates to how cooperative, kind, trusting, and good-natured you are in your interactions with others. It’s about your general tendency to get along with people.
High Scorers (like your “Good-natured, cooperative, and trusting” description): These folks are generally friendly, helpful, empathetic, and considerate. They value harmony and are often seen as “nice.”
Low Scorers: They can be more competitive, critical, suspicious, or even a bit challenging. They might be more direct and less concerned about pleasing everyone.
Think of it as: How much of a “team player” vs. a “lone wolf” (or a critical wolf!) you are.
N - Neuroticism (often referred to by its opposite, Emotional Stability):
What it is: This trait deals with emotional stability and the tendency to experience negative emotions like anxiety, anger, sadness, and insecurity.
Low Neuroticism / High Emotional Stability (like your “Calm, self-confident, secure under stress (positive)” description): These individuals are generally resilient, handle stress well, and are less prone to getting rattled. They’re usually emotionally stable and even-tempered.
High Neuroticism / Low Emotional Stability (like your “nervous, depressed, and insecure under stress (negative)” description): They tend to experience more mood swings, worry more, and can be more sensitive to stress. They might react more strongly to negative events.
Think of it as: How easily you get stressed out or ride an emotional rollercoaster.
Why these matter (especially in a work context):
Predicting Behaviour: These traits can help predict how people might behave in different situations, including at work.
Job Fit: Certain traits might be better suited for certain jobs (e.g., high extroversion for sales, high conscientiousness for project management).
Team Dynamics: Understanding the mix of personalities in a team can help manage interactions and performance.
