Less intelligent people, Sternberg continues, tend to fix rigidly on one type of strategy and persist in trying variations of the same type. For example, persons who persist in trying to change themselves become known as doormats, persons who persist in trying to change others become known as control freaks, and persons who persist in trying to change the situation become known as quitters. Examples of Adaptation Strategies. 1. Changing Me Develop procedures to compensate for weaknesses Delegate Training Counseling 2. Training Negotiate job descriptions, goals, and rewards 3.
Individual differences are here to stay.
Having a vocabulary of personality differences enables us to communicate constructively. The Five-Factor Model provides us with a comprehensive source metaphor that celebrates the fullness of human personalities.