trait activation theory: Jobs in Which certain Big five traits are More relevant
Jobs scoring high (the traits listed here should predict behavior in these jobs)
Jobs scoring low (the traits listed here should not predict behavior in these jobs)
Jobs that score high activate these traits (make them more relevant to predicting behavior)
Detail Orientation Required
Air traffic controller, Accountant, Legal secretary
Forester, Masseuse, Model
Conscientiousness (+)
Social Skills Required
Clergy, Therapist, Concierge
Software engineer, Pump operator, Broadcast technician
Extraversion (+), Agreeableness (+)
Competitive Work
Coach/scout, Financial manager, Sales representative
Postal clerk, Historian, Nuclear reactor operator
Extraversion (+), Agreeableness (–)
Innovation Required
Actor, Systems analyst, Advertising writer
Court reporter, Archivist, Medical technician
Openness (+)
Dealing with Angry People
Correctional officer, Telemarketer, Flight attendant
Composer, Biologist, Statistician
Extraversion (+), Agreeableness (+), Neuroticism (–)
Time Pressure (Deadlines)
Broadcast news analyst, Editor, Airline pilot
Skincare specialist, Mathematician, Fitness trainer
Conscientiousness (+), Neuroticism (–)