Understanding Personalities

What are three words to describe a cheerful person?

• happy, optimistic, friendly

• rude

• pessimistic

• sad

How would you describe someone who is very shy?

• Outgoing and extroverted

• Bold and adventurous

• Confident and assertive

• Timid or reserved.

Compare a leader and a follower in terms of personality traits.

• Leaders are disorganized and chaotic; followers are independent and rebellious.

• Leaders are passive and indifferent; followers are critical and challenging.

• Leaders are shy and reserved; followers are aggressive and dominant.

• Leaders are decisive and charismatic; followers are compliant and supportive.

What personality traits might you find in a creative person?

• Openness, curiosity, flexibility, imagination, originality, risk-taking.

• Conformity

• Indifference

• Rigidity

Describe the characteristics of someone who is very organized.

• Disorganized and chaotic

• Easily distracted and forgetful

• Spontaneous and unstructured

• Characteristics of someone who is very organized include being detail-oriented, methodical, structured, time-efficient, and task-prioritizing.

How does a risk-taker differ from a cautious person?

• Both risk-takers and cautious people act the same in uncertain situations.

• A risk-taker embraces uncertainty for potential rewards, while a cautious person avoids risks to ensure safety.

• A risk-taker avoids uncertainty to ensure safety.

• A cautious person seeks out new experiences for potential rewards.

What are some common traits of an empathetic individual?

• Common traits of an empathetic individual include active listening, emotional awareness, compassion, and non-judgmental attitudes.

• Indifference to others' feelings

• Aggressive communication style

• Lack of emotional expression

Contrast an introvert and an extrovert in social situations.

• Both introverts and extroverts feel equally energized in all social situations.

• Introverts prefer small gatherings and need time alone to recharge, while extroverts thrive in larger social settings and gain energy from interactions.

• Introverts are always shy and never enjoy socializing.

• Extroverts dislike being around people and prefer solitude.

What words would you use to describe a confident person?

• timid

• self-assured, poised, assertive, decisive

• indecisive

• uncertain

How might a perfectionist's personality affect their work?

• A perfectionist often works quickly and efficiently without any stress.

• A perfectionist tends to avoid setting any goals or standards for themselves.

• A perfectionist is usually indifferent to the quality of their work.

• A perfectionist may produce high-quality work but may also struggle with procrastination and stress due to their high standards.