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The Science of Personality

The Phone Call

The Bold Derailer

Prone to hubris, high Bold people overestimate their strengths and downplay shortcomings. Although hailed as the hungry go-getters of the office, their tendency to take credit for others' work feeds their entitled attitude and alienates their coworkers.

The Leisurely Derailer

At their worst, working with high Leisurely people can be a chore. Although they seem compliant and agreeable, they tend to procrastinate or ignore assignments if there is something they would rather be doing.

The Diligent Derailer

At their best, high Diligent people can help reign in an unruly office. At their worst, they are a real stick in the mud. They are meticulous, perfectionist, and critical. At work, they cling to rules and procedures, and tend to micromanage their people.