Personality

Personality is a continuous concept. It can

be reflected in a person’s temperament and
is a key factor influencing individual
behaviour in organizations.
Characteristics of personality
• It accounts for consistent patterns of
behaviour and their relative stability is
sought.
• It induces the commonalities and differences

in the behaviour of people as compared to

others.
• The ability to behave in the manner as

required by social pressures or biological

pressures.
Factors that contribute to Personality
1. Heredity factors.
2. Environmental factors.
1) Culture
2) Family
3) Social
4) Situation
Types of Personalities
1. Type A Personalities:
• Rest l ess
• Impatient

• Desire for quick achievement and

perfectionism
2.Type B Personalities:

• Easy going
• Relaxed
• Less competitive
• Have balanced outlook towards life
 3. Introvert Personalities
4. Extrovert Personalities
5. Authoritative
6.Manipulative ( Machiavellianism )

Locus of Control
It is the extent of a person’s belief on himself or
external factors.
1. Internal locus of control
2. External locus of control
Self Esteem
Self Esteem is the degree of respect a person has for
himself. It is a measure of self-confidence and respect for
one’s abilities and motivation.
Personalities theories
1. Psychoanalytical theory
2. Trait Theory
3. Self-concept theory
4. Social learning theory