Using the Five Personality Characteristics Identified in the Chapter as Important

question 97

Essay

Using the five personality characteristics identified in the chapter as important for understanding organizational behavior, describe an individual who would most likely be a strong performer.

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Definitions:

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that acquire their reinforcing properties through association with primary reinforcers and are used to modify behavior.

Biological Needs

Fundamental physical requirements necessary for human survival, including air, food, water, shelter, clothing, warmth, sex, and sleep.

Reinforcing

Strengthening a behavior by providing a consequence that is rewarding.

Primary Reinforcers

Innate reinforcing qualities, such as food or water, that satisfy biological needs.