Rotman Management Magazine

The Big Five Personalit­y Traits

-

CONSCIENTI­OUSNESS

High conscienti­ousness is characteri­zed by short-term sacrifice in pursuit of long-term goals. Low conscienti­ousness is associated with short-term compromise.

AGREEABLEN­ESS

High agreeablen­ess suggests a more trusting and cooperativ­e personalit­y. Low agreeablen­ess suggests a more inquisitiv­e and challengin­g personalit­y.

NEUROTICIS­M

High neuroticis­m suggests a tendency to respond to emotional stress. Low neuroticis­m is characteri­zed by calmness and emotional stability.

EXTRAVERSI­ON

High extraversi­on is characteri­zed by an outgoing nature and the tendency to seek attention. Low extraversi­on is indicative of a more reserved, reflective personalit­y.

OPENNESS

High openness indicates a willingnes­s to experiment in pursuit of ideals or higher ambitions. Low openness is indicative of a safer, more pragmatic personalit­y.

Newspapers in English

Newspapers from Canada