MGMT 371: CH 9 & 10

In one recommendation letter, Cynthia's manager seemed to imply that although Cynthia was generally effective in her job, she could often rub her coworkers the wrong way. Whether or not it was intended, she occasionally came across as cold or callous to her peers. Which BIG 5 PERSONALITY TRAIT does this represent?

Agreeableness

Based on your interactions with Cynthia in the interview, you think she might be a good leader of the sales team one day. In particular, when she explained some of her successes on projects, she indicated that she "took initiative" and "took control of the situation." Which BIG 5 PERSONALITY TRAIT does this represent?

Extraversion

One of the taxonomies used to describe cultural values is the

Hofstede Dimensions.

Which of the following is true with regard to emotional intelligence?

In many circumstances, high emotional intelligence can compensate somewhat for low cognitive intelligence.

Some of the notes you took were more about Cynthia's demeanor in the interview than the words she spoke. In particular, you noted that she seemed a bit more nervous than necessary and was fidgeting a lot during the interview. When you asked about topics that she didn't seem to like - such as coworker relationships - her mood seemed to change rather drastically. Which BIG 5 PERSONALITY TRAIT does this represent?

Neuroticism

Based on her description of her strengths, Cynthia seemed to be more concerned with getting her work done and following the rules and procedures of a job than finding new ways to accomplish her work tasks. Which BIG 5 PERSONALITY TRAIT does this represent?

Openness to Experience

"...necessary that you can quickly scan objects and people looking for any suspicious items and/or patterns of behavior..." which facet of cognitive ability does this represent?

Perceptual

"...involves careful analysis of the company budget and monthly balancing of the accounts..." which facet of cognitive ability does this represent?

Quantitative

"...coordinate board meetings and retreats. It is particularly important that you can anticipate obstacles and problems in coordinating schedules and events..."which facet of cognitive ability does this represent?

Reasoning

In his recommendation letter, Cynthia's prior supervisor indicated that she was a hardworking employee - she showed up to work early almost every day, helped out whenever necessary, and was generally very organized with how she conducted her work. Which BIG 5 PERSONALITY TRAIT does this represent?

conscientiousness

Which of the Big Five personality traits has the greatest effect on typical performance?

conscientiousness

"...you need to have a good eye for design layouts and be on site before the main photographer to set up the various shoots you design..." which facet of cognitive ability does this represent?

spatial

Ability refers to

the relatively stable capabilities people have to perform a particular range of different but related activities.

Personality refers to

the structures and propensities inside people that explain their characteristic patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior.

"...a major component of this job is to prepare and deliver presentations that explain the team's progress to the rest of the company..." Verbal which facet of cognitive ability does this represent?

verbal