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Imagine you are a human resources manager at a dynamic tech start$-$up known for its innovative culture. Your company is expanding rapidly, and you need to hire a new team leader for a critical project. The success of the project hinges on effective leadership and collaboration within the team. You have a pool of highly skilled candidates, and you want to ensure that the person you select not only possesses the necessary technical skills but also has the right personality traits to excel in this leadership role.

Question $1$

$(20$ Marks$)$

In the context of our dynamic tech start$-$up$,$ which is known for its innovative culture and rapid expansion, describe how you would assess a candidate's suitability for the team leader role on a critical project using the Big Five Trait Model. Provide specific traits from the model and explain why each trait is essential for effective leadership and collaboration within the team.