Psychologists explore how personality affects ability to perform well on the job.
Mom always said that personality and smarts go farther than good looks. And now even psychologists are on her side. But intelligence alone is only part of the story, say researchers. Creativity, leadership, integrity, attendance and cooperation also play major roles in a person's job suitability and productivity. Personality, rather than intelligence, predicts these qualities, said psychologist Joyce Hogan, PhD, of the University of Tulsa.