1. Identify each candidate’s personality characteristics using the Big Five and the Myers–Briggs typology

2. Based on personality, is there a candidate that you think would fit the position better?

3. Why is it important to consider personality in hiring? What other individual differences should you consider in hiring?

A manufacturing company received intense scrutiny after it was investigated and fined for violations of improper chemical storage and waste disposal. To prevent further issues in the future with EPA, OHSA, and other regulatory agencies, the company has decided to add a compliance department. You are looking to hire several new members of the compliance department including a compliance manager. The questions get students thinking about how personality characteristics and other individual differences can help in making hiring decisions.