Personality

Personality Personality is a continuous concept. It can be reflected in a person’s temperament and is a key factor influencing individual behaviour in organizations.

Characteristics of personality • It accounts for consistent patterns of behaviour and their relative stability is sought. • It induces the commonalities and differences in the behaviour of people as compared to others. • The ability to behave in the manner as required by social pressures or biological pressures.

Factors that contribute to Personality 1. Heredity factors. 2. Environmental factors. 1) Culture 2) Family 3) Social 4) Situation

Types of Personalities 1. Type A Personalities: • Restless • Impatient • Desire for quick achievement and perfectionism 2. Type B Personalities: • Easy going • Relaxed • Less competitive • Have balanced outlook towards life 3. Introvert Personalities 4. Extrovert Personalities 5. Authoritative 6. Manipulative ( Machiavellianism)

Locus of Control It is the extent of a person’s belief on himself or external factors. 1. Internal locus of control 2. External locus of control

Self Esteem Self Esteem is the degree of respect a person has for himself. It is a measure of self-confidence and respect for one’s abilities and motivation.

Personalities theories 1. Psychoanalytical theory 2. Trait Theory 3. Self-concept theory

4. Social learning theory