Personal Development and Study Methods

BM006-3-0 PDSM

Self-Discovery
&
Lifelong Learning

Introduction
Self-Discovery and Lifelong Learning
Personality Traits
SWOT Analysis

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Learning Outcomes
At the end of this lesson, you should be able to: Outline the different types of personality traits
Identify personal strengths and weaknesses

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Self-Discovery

PERSONALITY TRAITS

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Definitions
Personality A relatively stable set of
characteristics that influences an
individuals pattern of thinking, emotions,
and behaviour
Personality Type A style of personality
defined by a group of several traits in
common
Personality Traits Stable qualities that
a person shows in most situations
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The BIG 5 Personality Traits

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The Big Five

The Five Factor Model

The model was originally derived in the

1970s by Costa and McCrae
Lew Goldberg coined the term Big Five
The model was derived from analyses of
traits that occur in peoples description of
themselves or others

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Openness to Experience
Reflects the degree of intellectual
curiosity, creativity and preference for
novelty and variety
A person high in this trait is interested in
trying new things or learning new skills
Individuals with high openness are said to
pursue self-actualization

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Openness to Experience (cont.)

LOW
Consistent/ Cautious
Lack of curiosity
Conventional
Lack of creativity
Sceptical

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HIGH
Inventive/ Curious
Imaginative
Original
Creative
Seek out intense

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Video
Watch the video(s) and discuss the
personality trait(s) portrayed by the
character(s)
https://youtu.be/hYrUBGa55Ek
https://youtu.be/m9O96bqkgr0
https://youtu.be/_yJrytUyagY

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Conscientiousness
Describe the degree to which people are
responsible and can control their impulses
A person high in this trait is:

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Conscientiousness (cont.)
LOW
Easy-going/ Careless
Sloppy
Spontaneous behaviours
Flexible
Unreliable
Negligent
Disorganized
Lazy
Relaxed

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HIGH
Efficient/ Organized
Shows self-discipline
Act dutifully
Aim for achievement
Prefer planned actions
Stubborn
Obsessive
Thoughtful
Reliable
Completes a given task

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Video
Watch the video(s) and discuss the
personality trait(s) portrayed by the
character(s)
https://youtu.be/CZ0-3S_LwfA
ttps://youtu.be/Z3z_yZ1G1Og

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Extraversion
Describes the extent to which people are
outgoing
How much socialization a person needs
A person high in this trait is seen as being
active and outgoing

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Extraversion (cont.)
LOW
Solitary/ Reserved
Reflective personality
Aloof
Self-absorbed
Quiet
Loner
Reserved

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HIGH
Outgoing/ Energetic
Attention-seeking
Domineering
Full of energy
Talkative
Adventurous
Active
Affectionate

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Video
Watch the video(s) and discuss the
personality trait(s) portrayed by the
character(s)
https://youtu.be/IsVMtvg9j7Y
https://youtu.be/zAB4oiTH0Xc
https://youtu.be/aCuu_jIjMQA

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Agreeableness
Describes the extent to which people are goodnatured, warm, generous and kind
It affects the reactions of those around them
Tend to foster a more positive environment
Includes traits like:

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Agreeableness (cont.)
LOW
Analytical/ Detached
Suspicious
Antagonistic
Competitive
Challenging
Argumentative
Untrustworthy
Low-sensitivity towards
others

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HIGH
Friendly/
Compassionate
Nave
Submissive
Helpful
Well-tempered
Believes in the honesty of
others
Tends to yield under
conflict
Sensitive towards the
feelings of others

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Video
Watch the video(s) and discuss the
personality trait(s) portrayed by the
character(s)
https://youtu.be/sd4KWyDM2FQ
https://youtu.be/-8haHgfq2x4

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Neuroticism
Describes the extent to which a person
suffers from traits such as:
anxiety
inability to control impulses
a tendency to feel negative emotions such as
anger or guilt
How negative a person views their problems
and life in general

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Neuroticism (cont.)
LOW
Secure/ Confident
Stable
Secure
Calm
Uninspiring
Unconcerned
Even-tempered
Comfortable

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HIGH
Sensitive/ Nervous
Unstable
Insecure
Self-conscious
Emotional
Worried
Temperamental
Anxious
Sensitive

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Video
Watch the video(s) and discuss the
personality trait(s) portrayed by the
character(s)
Big Bang Theory Sheldons Compulsive
Closure Therapy 6 x 21
https://youtu.be/Z3z_yZ1G1Og

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Social Well-Being
Ones connectedness to society and
beliefs that one can contribute to societys
growth
Social well-being is a good predictor of
mental and physical health

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Image by Chelsey B. Coombs

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Discovering Self-Concept for Life Long Benefits

SWOT ANALYSIS

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Self-concept
Self-concept is the act of respecting
yourself
You must be aware of both your strengths and
your weaknesses
You must believe in yourself and accept yourself
As your self-concept increases, there will be less
and less that you have to prove to yourself
A person with a positive self-concept is pleasant,
secure, and content
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SWOT Analysis
Weakness

Strength
Characteristics that give an advantage
over others
Things you are good at

Opportunity

Characteristics that give a

disadvantage over others
Things you need to improve in

SWOT
Threat
External elements in the environment
that could cause trouble

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What is SWOT Analysis?

A technique credited to Albert Humphrey
A strategic planning tool to understand
and analyze:
Internal
Strengths
Weaknesses
External
Opportunities
Threats
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Example of SWOT Analysis

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Benefits of SWOT Analysis

Help develop competitive skills needed in job
market and everyday life
Take advantage of strengths to promote selfconfidence
Identify opportunities and grasp them when arise
Eliminate or minimize weaknesses for selfimprovement
Be alert and develop survival skills towards
uncontrollable threats
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Review
What are the five factors of personality traits in
The Five Big Model?
Give an example of opportunity and threat in the
future job market.
Identify TWO benefits of analyzing your SWOT.

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Next Lecture

Ideas and Thinking Skills

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