Personality and Intelligence at Work examines the increasingly
controversial role of individual differences in predicting and
determining behaviour at work. It combines approaches from
organizational psychology and personality theory to critically examine
the physical, psychological and psychoanalytic aspects of individual
differences, and how they impact on the world of work.
Topics covered include the role of IQ at work as the best predictor of
success, but also the importance of increasingly recognized social
intelligences such as emotional intelligence (EQ). The significance of
personality traits and the impact of temperaments on work performance
are also examined, and the methods used to assess work behaviour and
potential are reviewed. Psychological tests, which measure personality
traits, are questioned as accurate predictors of behaviour at work,
alongside other factors such as job satisfaction, productivity,
absenteeism and turnover.
This thoroughly revised and updated edition of Personality at Work
provides a comprehensive review of the relevant literature from
psychology, sociology and management science. It will be of interest to
students of organizational psychology and business and management
studies, as well as HR professionals.