Personality Traits and Types: Perceptions, Gender Differences and Impact on Behavior (Psychology of Emotions, Motivations and Actions)

Self-awareness is an important aspect of successful management careers. The first chapter of this book investigates the link between self-awareness and personality. The authors also examine personality traits including self-confidence, self-efficacy, and motivation; explore the connection between emotional intelligence and individual differences in psychological type among church leaders; discuss personality prototypes in older adulthood; the personality and quality of life in patients with epilepsy and schizophrenia; and finally, provides information on empowerment through intrinsic motivation and self-efficacy.