Personality Assessment Tools

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The paper discusses the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Rorschach assessment tests that were both created to assist people in understanding the mental perceptions of each other through a focus on personality. The paper shows how the Myers-Briggs tool is a much more effective test than the Rorschach because it is reliable and leaves little room for bias on the part of the evaluator.

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"The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) personality assessment focuses on Jung's concept of personality types and a personality inventory (Geyer, 2006, sec. 1-3). The initial work on the MBTI began in the 1940s and has been revised on a constant basis since that time. It is considered reliable because of the test-retest method of reliability that has demonstrated a 75% repeat result from participants (Geyer, 2006, sec. 1-3). Therefore, the test is utilized by many businesses and organizations as a clear assessment tool for personality indicators of employees."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Geyer, P. (2006). Understanding the MBTI and personality type. Personality Pathways. Retrieved October 25, 2006, from http://www.personalitypathways.com/MBTI_geyer.html
• Mattler, C. (2005). The utility of the Rorschach comprehensive system: An increasing body of supportive research. South African Rorschach Journal. 2(1): 3-31.

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