Problem 1: Think about the personality traits covered in this section. Can you think of jobs or occupations that seem particularly suited to each trait? Which traits would be universally desirable across all jobs?
Problem 2: What are the unique challenges of managing employees who have low self-efficacy and low self- esteem? How would you deal with this situation?
Problem 3: What are some methods that companies can use to assess employee personality?
Problem 4: Have you ever held a job where your personality did not match the demands of the job? How did you react to this situation? How were your attitudes and behaviors affected?
Problem 5: Can you think of any limitations of developing an "ideal employee" profile and looking for employees who fit that profile while hiring?