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Individual Differences Predicting Impression Management Detection In Job Interviews, Nicolas Roulin
Individual Differences Predicting Impression Management Detection In Job Interviews, Nicolas Roulin
Personnel Assessment and Decisions
Applicant impression management (IM), and especially its deceptive side (i.e., faking), has been described as a potential threat to the validity of employment interviews. This threat was confirmed by evidence of interviewers’ inability to detect (deceptive) IM tactics. Previous studies suggested that some interviewers could be better IM detectors than others, but did not examine the reasons explaining higher abilities. Building on interpersonal deception theory, this study explores individual differences in cognitions (i.e., cognitive ability) and social sensitivity (associated with generalized trust and honesty) as predictors of IM detection abilities. Results of a study with 250 individuals suggest that these …
Educating Managers On How To Manage Introverted Vs. Extroverted Employees, Madison Hays
Educating Managers On How To Manage Introverted Vs. Extroverted Employees, Madison Hays
Honors Projects
While personality types are a popular topic in society today, many don't really understand what they mean and what implications they can have. This project combines the disciplines of both management and psychology, seeking to educate managers on how the two personality traits of introversion and extroversion can impact their ability to effectively manage employees in the workplace. It is presented in the form of a blog, each post identifying and answering an anticipated question that a manager would have while integrating personality considerations into their job practices. Also included are reviews on popular non-fiction books that are recommended for …