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1. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
S. LAKSHMANAN, M.Phil(Psy), M.A.(Psy), PGDBA., DCL.,
Psychologist (Govt. Regd)

2. Personality refers to the long-standing traits and patterns that boost individuals to
constantly think, feel, and behave in specific ways. Our personality is what makes
us unique individuals. Each person has a personal pattern of enduring, long-term
characteristics and a manner in which he or she interacts with other individuals
and the world around them. Our personalities are thought to be long term, stable,
and not easily changed. The word personality comes from the Latin word persona.
In the ancient world, a persona was a mask worn by an actor. While we tend to
think of a mask as being worn to hide one’s identity, the theatrical mask was
originally used to either represent or project a specific personality trait of a
character

3. A Person
An Individual
Self
Ego
I
Soul
Atman
CORE OF PERSONALITY
Indian
Psychology
Western Psychology

4. 1. The total of one's nature
• self, oneself, being;
2. Individual characteristics
• disposition, nature, temper, temperament;
3. A notable person
• celebrity, star, cynosure;
General Reference of personality

5. The difference between individuals and
consistencies within persons may be the result
of the unique experience of the individual or
the shared experiences with others.
Hereditary and Environmental factors also
contributes their share in shaping the
personality of an individual
Determinants of Personality

6. Definition
“Personality is the dynamic organization within the
individual of that psychophysical system that determines
his unique adjustment to his environment.”
- Gordon Allport

7. Definition
A Person’s unique pattern of traits.
- J.P.Guilord

8. Definition
"That which permits a prediction of what a
person will do in a given situation."
-- Raymond B. Cattell

9. Definition
A most adequate conceptualization of a
person’s behavior in all its aspects
-- Mc Clelland

10. Definition
Definition of ‘personality’ has been provided in terms of many
variables such as the outward appearance, one’s role in life, the
totality of one’s qualities, characteristics and for attributes, one’s
general behaviour pattern, the way one really is and several
more. Though there are many definitions that are currently
available, no single definition would be acceptable to all
psychologists.

11. In short Personality is. . .
Personality is the entire mental organization of a
human being at any stage of development. It embraces
every phase of human character, intellect, temperament,
skill, morality and every attitude that has been built up
the course of one’s life

12. Nature of Personality
Personality is the key to adjustment and mental
health. A healthy, well developed and well-integrated
personality is a guarantee of effective adjustments

13. Nature of Personality
• Personality reflects individual differences
• Unique combination of inner characteristics –
• No two individuals are exactly alike
• Venturesome (scuba diving, rock climbing) to some others
who are not venturesome.
• Personality allows marketers to divide people into different
groups based on their traits.

14. Nature of Personality
• Personality Can Change
• May be altered by major life events – birth of a child, death
of a loved one, personal tragedies – accident, health
problem, divorce, significant career promotion.
• Personality changes can also be part of maturing process.

15. What is ‘Development’?
Steps or changes in growth, advancement
and improvement

16. Growth vs Development
• Growth is improvement in quantity.
(mostly physical attributes)
(height, weight; length of hair; body)
(size of trees; money savings; building lego blocks)

17. Growth vs Development
• Development is improvement in quality.
(mostly in value, worth, attributes, class)
(your skills; emotions; actions; personality)
(computer operating systems; re-designed buildings)

18. So what is Personality Development?
Personality development is improvement based on the
organized pattern of attitudes and behaviors which makes
YOU distinctive.

19. 16Factors of Personality by Raymond Cattell
1. emotional, easily upset vs.
calm, stable
2. Intelligent vs. unintelligent
3. suspicious vs. trusting
4. reserved, unfriendly vs.
outgoing, friendly
5. assertive, dominant vs. not
assertive, humble
6. sober, serious vs. happy-go-
lucky
7. conscientious vs. expedient
8. shy, timid vs. venturesome
9. tender-minded vs. tough-minded
10.practical vs. imaginative
11.shrewd vs. forthright
12.self-assured, placid vs. apprehensive
13.conservative vs. experimenting
14.group oriented vs. self-sufficient
15.undisciplined vs. self-disciplined
16.Relaxed vs. tense, driven

20. 16Factors of Personality by Raymond Cattell

21. 16 Factors of Personality by Raymond Cattell

22. SWOT Analysis

23. Understanding the Johari Window model
A Johari window is a psychological tool created by Joseph Luft and Harry Ingham
in 1955. It’s a simple and useful tool for understanding and training:
self-awareness
1. personal development
2. improving communications
3. interpersonal relationships
4. group dynamics
5. team development; and
6. inter group relationships
It is one of the few tools out there that has an emphasis on “soft skills” such as
behaviour, empathy, co-operation, inter group development and interpersonal
development. It’s a great model to use because of its simplicity and also because it
can be applied in a variety of situations and environments.

24. Understanding the Johari Window model

25. The balance between the four quadrants can change. You might want to
tell someone an aspect of your life that you had previously kept hidden.
For example, maybe you are not comfortable contributing ideas in large
groups. This would increase your open area and decrease your hidden
area.
It is also possible to increase your open area by asking for feedback from
people. When feedback is given honestly to you it can reduce the size of
your blind area. Maybe you interrupt people before they have finished
making their point which can cause frustration. Alternatively people may
always want to talk to you because you are a good listener. Sometimes
you don’t realise these aspects of your character until it is pointed out.
Understanding the Johari Window model

26. Characteristics of high
performing teams
Group discussion
Effective habits
Interview tips
Improving memory
Social behaviour
Social settings
Body language
Dressing codes
Business etiquette
Selling Skills
Telephonic skills
Resume building
Planning
Policy making
Decision making
Coordination
Communication
Motivation
Leadership
Effective listening
How to speak effectively
Perception
 Negotiation
Collective bargaining
Learning
Coping stress at work
Managing stress
Personality Development Training Index

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