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A nonprofit team attempting to reduce your​ state's unemployment rate is partnering with an outplacement firm to host workshops on getting people back to work. The team leader has asked you how they might gain insight into which individuals might be more likely to attend the workshops and networking events in an effort to land a job. What characteristic would you recommend he seek out in candidates to ensure a pool of individuals more motivated in the job search​ process?

A. conscientiousness
B. Machiavellianism
C. ​self-monitoring
D. neuroticism
E. introversion

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Answer:

A. conscientiousness

Step-by-step explanation:

Conscientiousness is the highly valued personality trait influenced by genetic and environmental factors. People of this trait are very organised, responsible and ready to learn. Every employer look for this trait in the employee for the benefit of organization as it add efficiency to work force at lesser training cost. Each personality trait have few sub trait, therefore, Conscientiousness also have few sub trait:

  • Organised.
  • Honest.
  • Self-efficacy.
  • Cautiousness.
  • Striving to be best.
  • Hard working

High score under this trait in personality test will help in getting job as it is indicator of success.

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