The differences between people’s personalities can be broken down in terms of five major traits—often called the “Big Five.” Each one reflects a key part of how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.

When you think of the attributes that would put you over the top in a job application or a promotion opportunity, what comes ...

Ever wondered why you vibe with certain people more than others or why some days you’re all about socializing and other days you’d rather binge-watch your favorite show in silence? The Big Five ...

Welcome back! In this series, we’re exploring the good, the bad, and the ugly of personality tests. So far, I’ve covered some reasons the Myers-Briggs (MBTI) and Enneagram have questionable value, why ...

Imagine the following scenario: A colleague or friend recommends you sign up for a training course, based on a need you’ve expressed. There’s an opening and you can start next week. Your answer has ...