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5 Personality Traits that Make (or Break) Promotions
MoveUp: Job Interviews, Negotiation, Promotions, Offers, Careers
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The Big Five Personality Traits and how they relate to career growth:
- Openness to Experience
- Conscientiousness
- Extraversion
- Agreeableness
- Neuroticism (emotional stability)
Traits linked to higher promotion rates:
- Extraversion – Helps with visibility and networking
- Conscientiousness – Correlates with high performance and dependability
- Emotional Stability – Supports calm decision-making under stress
Traits that may hold you back:
- High Neuroticism – Linked to stress and fewer promotions
- High Agreeableness – May lead to under-negotiation or lack of assertiveness
How industry and job type matter:
- Extraversion is vital in sales, but not in solitary roles like programming
- Openness helps in creative fields, while conscientiousness is king in structured jobs
Practical strategies to grow your promotability, even if your natural traits don’t match the “ideal”:
- Communication tips for introverts
- Stress management for emotionally reactive individuals
- Assertiveness coaching for agreeable personalities
Your personality isn’t a limit—it’s a tool. Learn to leverage your strengths and develop the right skills to stand out and move up.
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