Lesson 03

Understanding Individual Differences

Reading Assignment

• Textbook Chapter 2

This unit focuses on the individual in the organization. You will learn about individual differences--those physical, psychological, and emotional differences that distinguish each of us. We will learn about individual variations in personality, attitudes, and emotions. 

Learning Objectives

The readings and questions in this lesson will help you to:

• explain the basic sources of personality determinants;
• identify some personality traits that affect behavior;
• indicate how work attitudes affect behavior;
• describe how emotions affect behavior.