This document discusses various aspects of personality, including definitions, components, development, and factors that influence personality. It provides definitions of personality from several psychologists and outlines the key components that make up human personality, including external appearance/behavior, inner self-awareness, and patterns of traits. The document also discusses personality development and lists several important factors that influence how personalities form, such as communication skills, appearance, manners, confidence, and emotional control.

1. PERSONALITY
It is derived from the
Greek term ‘per sonare’
which translates as ‘to
speak through’
DESINGED BY,
MR.P.SURESH,
LECTURER

2. PERSONALITY
• A person’s personality is a
relatively stable set of
characteristics which influence
and lend consistency to his or her
behaviour.

3. PERSONALITY
FLOYD L RUCH states that:
• The human personality includes:
• External appearance and behaviour
• Inner awareness of self as a
permanent organising force
• The particular pattern or
organisation of measurable traits,
both inner and ter

4. PERSONALITY
Gordon Allport:
• Personality is the dynamic
organisation within the
individual of those
psychological systems that
determine his/her unique
adjustment to the environment.

5. PERSONALITY
ENVIRONMENT
Social , cultural, situational
DEVELOPMENT
OF BEHAVIOUR
SELF
HEREDITY

6. INDIVIDUAL BEHAVIOUR
P – THE PERSON
S – THE SITUATION
INSIDE THE PERSON
OUTSIDE THE PERSON
FUNCTION OF
AND B = f { P * S }

7. Superego
(Conscience)
Ego
(Reason)
Id
(Desire)
PERSONALITY DYNAMICS & LEVELS OF CONSCIOUSNESS
PSYCHOANALYTICAL MODEL
IMMORAL URGES
UNACCEPTABLE SEXUAL
DESIRES
SELFISH NEEDS
IRRATIONAL WISHES
FEARS
VIOLENT MOTIVES
FUNDAMENTAL / NATURAL
URGES
PERCEPTIONS
THOUGHTS
IN SERVICE OF REALITY
MEMORIES
STORED KNOWLEDGE

8. HIGH SELF CONCEPT !
INFLATED ?

9. WHAT IS PERSONALITY
DEVELOPMENT?

10. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
• In more detail:
• a. Improvement in cognition i.e. perception, affect and
response
• b. Improvement physique, instincts, emotions,
intelligence, perspective and spirit
• c. Improvement in cognitive, affective, psychomotor
and productive domain
• d. Improvement in personal, family and social relations
and contributions toward society

11. THE FIRST
IMPRESSION

12. KEY FACTORS IN PERSONALITY
DEVELOPMENT

13. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
• Develop your communication skills:
• Speaking
• Listening
• Reading
• Writing

14. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Attire
• Attire can really make or break a person’s
impression. Always make sure you wear an
appropriate dress for the event. When in
doubt, err on the side of being too formal.
Sensible dressing does go a longer way in
making a great impression that one would
think.

15. Grooming
• Personal grooming and hygiene is also equally
important. Having well-groomed and neat
hair, nails and a tidy appearance will create a
positive image of you.
PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT

16. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Smile
• A smile from the heart can do wonders. Smile
openly and happily, let it shine through . A
winning smile is an unavoidable weapon when
you want to charm someone.

17. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Eye contact
• Eye contact is very important when you first
meet someone. It says that you are open and
honest, and gives a nice impression of you.
Make sure you maintain eye contact.

18. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Body Language
Keep your body language confident and open.
Do not fidget and do not display a defensive
or offensive stance.

19. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Confidence
Being calm and confident will
surely make others take a liking to
you. On the other hand, if you
appear diffident and nervous, it
will make people feel unsure
about you and make them ill at
ease too. So be cool ,collected
and confident.

20. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Positivity
Reflect optimism and positivity,
both in good times and, perhaps
even more importantly, in bad
times. Have a pleasant disposition
and positive mental attitude [PMA].
Keep away from comments.

21. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Listening
Keep your ears open for what others have to say.
Most people love to hear their own voice, so a
good listener immediately gets an entry to their
good books. Resist the temptation to boast or tell
long stories about yourself, and let the other
person talk. This does not mean being silent
though. Ask questions, be interested in the other
person and do join in the conversation.

22. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Etiquette and Manners
Politeness and courtesy are very important.
Make sure you are well-mannered and do not
make rude comments or racist/sexist jokes.

23. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Punctuality
Be on time. No one feels
considerate towards people
who keep them waiting, so be a
few minutes early. Being late
for your commitments will
cause irreparable damage.

24. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Control over emotions:
• Exercise control over your emotions. Do
not indulge in throwing temper tantrums,
yelling spells, name calling, nervous
breakdowns or guilt trips. Keep your
emotions under check. Never ever lose
your cool. Try to develop a high EQ
(emotional quotient).

25. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Posture
Standing and sitting
straight is an important
non-verbal cue you send
out to others. It helps
project an image of
confidence and capability.

26. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Being yourself
Do not try too hard. Try to relax and
be yourself, and don't think too
much. Tell yourself that the people
you meet are all human beings after
all, and that you will be just fine.

27. PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT
Time Management:
Manage your time in such a
manner that apart from being
able to perform well at your
work, you have time to nurture
quality relationship with loved
ones and indulge in hobbies
which enrich you.

28. Food for Thought
• Does having wealth translate into having a
good personality?