| "...People tend to seek out partners that are similar to themselves on this trait. That is, individuals scoring high on extraversion usually date or marry others that are also high on extraversion. Perhaps because extraverts are active and derive their energy from the outside world, they seek others who also enjoy outgoing, sociable activities. This does not mean that you will not be happy with someone who is introverted, but simply that you are more likely to seek out other extraverts like yourself. Based on Your Score of 4.50 Agreeableness High score Description: You tend to experience positive mood states and have high energy. You are generally enthusiastic, cheerful, interested, attentive, and alert. You tend to be optimistic, determined, and have a zest for life. You are very good-natured, compassionate, and interested in cooperating. You have a tendency to be optimistic, and have a generally positive emotional view on life's events. You are caring, trusting, and interested in the concerns of others. You tend to experience positive mood states and have high energy. You often can sense what other people are thinking and feeling, and can respond in an emotionally intelligent manner. You have a very high amount of empathy and concern for others, and are bothered by the sight of someone else in distress. You may often sacrifice your own needs to ensure that another person is happy, and work hard to help others in any way that you can. You may also occasionally try too hard to make sure you are liked by everyone, sometimes at the sacrifice of your own values and beliefs. You have a lot of faith in humanity and trust others to be as dependable as you try to be. Workstyle: Your concern for others makes you a good team player. Agreeableness is important for both leaders and followers. Leaders who are agreeable have been found to be more emotionally mature, better at maintaining cooperative relationships with followers, and more sensitive to the needs of followers. An overemphasis on being friendly may cause problems in times where quick or tough decisions need to be made, especially when some of your colleagues might be angered by your decision. Agreeableness has also be found to be related to integrity (as measured by an employment integrity test), customer service and inversely related to sales potential. Career Interests: Individuals who score high on agreeableness include accountants, administrative assistants, brokers, clerks, coordinators, customer service personnel, daycare workers, educators, human resource personnel, librarians, medical personnel, nannys, operators, business owners, quality controllers, recreation personnel, teachers and temporary employees. Love Style: Individuals high on agreeableness have fewer conflicts with their partners. Their high amount of compassion for others and willingness to understand multiple perspectives helps them to resolve disputes without resorting to large-scale confrontations. They tend to seek out others who are also agreeable and friendly, which most likely contributes to fewer interpersonal conflicts. Based on Your Score of 4.60 Openness to Experience High score Description: You are generally open to new experiences. You have broad interests and are very imaginative. You also have an aesthetic sensitivity, and a need for variety. You tend to be original, curious, and have unconventional approach to life. You enjoy breaking new ground and challenging traditions, rather than giving in to conventions or societal norms. You regard yourself as open minded, willing to consider all aspects of an issue before reaching a conclusion. You probably have a very active imagination and are very curious about the world around you. Lifestyle: You have a preference for unconventional ideas and experiences, and are almost twice as likely to have obtained college degrees as those who prefer traditional values and lifestyles. You probably enjoy traveling and seeing new places, and enjoy different ethnic restaurants and cuisine. You likely have many creative accomplishments. Career Interests: Individuals high on openness include administrators, artists, caseworkers, computer analysts, consultants, developers, editors, engineers, executives, legal assistants, librarians, business owners, planners, politicians, students, teachers and writers." |