Assignment 2: Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Over the years trait theory has been increasingly used by corporations in hiring and in career counseling. Research has shown that certain combinations of personality traits fit well with different career paths. Thus personality trait tests for specific jobs can be predictive of both success and satisfaction. Understanding your own personality-trait combinations can give you great insight into your own strengths and weaknesses. With this understanding you can work to grow your strengths and minimize your weaknesses.
In this assignment you will explore your personality using a personality test and then analyze the results.
Part 1
First explore your personality preferences by completing Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MTBI). The full version of the test can only be administered by a trained professional; however there are many online informal versions of the test which you can find on the Internet. You can search for the test using any one of the following keywords:
Record your four-lettered personality type after completion of the test and use the Internet to interpret your personality type.
Part 2
In this part of the assignment you will write a research paper that analyses your results. Do the following:
Write a 34-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M4_A2.doc.
ByWednesday February 8 2017 deliver your assignment to theM4: Assignment 2 Dropbox.