| INDEPENDENCE |
| DIPLOMATIC: Diplomats are generally likable and
good-natured. They are considerate, cooperative and good at pulling
people together through persuasion. They sometimes choose to avoid
conflict and controversy to preserve relationships (i.e. tactful,
want to satisfy) |
INDEPENDENT: Independent people are single minded
and determined to win. They are confident, hardheaded and make autocratic
leaders. They take charge and get things done, although they can
be insensitive to the needs of those around them. (i.e. highly individualistic,
dedicated to purpose) |
| Cooperative: Those who cooperate are non-competitive, desiring
to make their contributions to achievement as members of a team.
They will forego their own success to help others. (i.e. team players,
helpful, sensitive to needs of others) |
Competitive: Competitive people strive hard to reach their goals.
They are interested in personal achievements and play to win at any
cost, sometimes using others to get what they want. (i.e. goal oriented,
do not accept defeat easily) |
| Submissive: People who are submissive are tactful, seeking
to avoid controversy and diffuse aggression. They would rather avoid
conflict than confront it. (i.e. peacemakers, compliant) |
Assertive: Assertive people are outspoken because they know
their own minds and are not afraid to say so. They seek to be group
leaders. They can create conflict through their sometimes controversial
and unpopular opinions. (i.e. aggressive, prone to dominate) |
| CONSCIENTIOUSNESS |
| SPONTANEOUS: People with spontaneity are flexible and unpredictable
and work well in changing, challenging situations. When problems
arise, they often adopt creative and unorthodox solutions. (i.e.
look forward to change, adapt easily) |
CONSCIENTIOUS: Others will recognize conscientious individuals
as neat, tidy and detail-conscious. They follow rules and abide by
standard practices and procedures. They are always well prepared
through careful planning. (i.e. dedicated, dependable, honest) |
| Innovative: Innovators are not bound by rules and "the way
things have always been done." They would rather explore new routes
than take the well-traveled path, often viewing established rules,
policies and procedures as obstacles to progress. (i.e. casual attitude
towards rules, like fast-paced environment) |
Conventional: Those with conventional traits will do their
work in a meticulous and reliable manner. They are trustworthy, structured
and intent on doing things "the right way". (i.e. predictable, highly
principled) |
| Reactive: People who are reactive seldom plan, choosing
to react to circumstances as they arise. They take a broad view of
events and leave details to others. Their work areas often appear
disorganized. (i.e. expedient, not detail-oriented) |
Organized: The mark of an organized person is a controlled
and carefully planned and arranged environment. They plan carefully
to meet deadlines, but dislike situations where they must improvise, "think
on their feet" or engage in unstructured debate. (i.e. orderly, systematic,
consider all options) |
| EXTRAVERSION |
| INTROVERT: An introvert prefers the company of a few close
friends and is content to be alone. They choose quiet, familiar surroundings.
(i.e. subdued, compliant, avoid group activity) |
EXTROVERT: An extrovert enjoys the stimulation of being
with people, especially if given the opportunity to be the center
of attention. They like exciting lively places. (i.e. sociable, talkative,
impulsive) |
| Self-Sufficient: The ability to enjoy working alone for
long periods of time is the mark of a self-sufficient person. While
they can work with others, they have no need to do so. (i.e. enjoy
quiet environments, use own ideas) |
Group Oriented: A strong need for other people is the chief
trait of group oriented people. They depend on the support, encouragement
and social approval of others. While they want to be on the team
or included in the group, they may not be interested in standing
out or serving in leadership roles. (i.e. need involvement, seek
approval) |
| Reserved: People described as reserved find everyday life
stimulating and feel no need to seek further excitement. They are
not bored by repetitive tasks and tend to live quiet, orderly lives.
(i.e. conservative, cautious, mild mannered) |
Outgoing: Outgoing people enjoy taking risks and accepting
challenges and doing stimulating things. They dislike repetitive
tasks and like being with other people for the stimulation they provide.
(i.e. seek spotlight, center of attention, not always good listeners) |
| STABILITY |
| EMOTIONAL: Emotional people are sensitive, mostly to their
own feelings of anxiety, suspicion, guilt and irritability. They
are fearful of new people and new situations. (i.e. easily upset,
questioning) |
STABLE: Those who are described as stable are generally
untroubled and calm. They face problems and unforeseen circumstances
without suffering undue stress, remaining relaxed and secure. They
are untroubled by criticism. (i.e. secure, self-controlled, reliable,
steady) |
| Restless: Restless people are easily upset, irritable and
prone to lose their temper. They view the world as basically hostile
and threatening. (i.e. unable to remain calm, handle rejection poorly) |
Poised: People with poise shrug off criticism and cope with
most adverse situations without becoming upset or irritated. They
accept that few things proceed in life without something going wrong.
(i.e. realistic, self-assured, dignified) |
| Excitable: Excitable people become tense and anxious in
stressful situations. They have trouble trusting and having confidence
in their colleagues, being suspicious of the motives of others. (i.e.
emotional, tendency to irritability) |
Relaxed: Relaxed people are well prepared to cope with stressful
situations. They accept people at face value and are seldom bothered
when things go wrong. (i.e. calm, trusting, cope with pressure) |
