describes the breadth, depth and complexity of a person's world of thought. The personality trait "openness" is one of the characteristics of the Big Five or OCEAN model. It characterizes people who have an intellectual curiosity and feel the urge to gain experience and implement new ideas. Open-minded people like variety and often question the tried and true.
describes the urge to take control of one's own life and to shape it independently of external influences or supposed limitations. People with a strong desire for independence want to make it on their own. Success only really counts if it has been achieved independently, if possible without outside help. Therefore, it is often difficult to accept support.
describes the willingness to commit oneself to goals on one's own responsibility and to a high degree. Achievement-oriented people have the desire to create something important, to acquire certain skills or to meet high standards. They set high standards for themselves and enjoy competing with others. Defeats challenge them to try even harder
describes the love of order and accuracy. People with a high expression in this area are structured, meticulous and often tend towards perfectionism. Conscientiousness is a key characteristic when it comes to completing necessary tasks. Conscientious people look for the one perfect solution, systematically analyze and meticulously check all details. When building effective structures and
Describes the tendency to consistently pursue goals even when resistance, setbacks or exhaustion occur. Persistent people maintain their motivation over a long period of time, are not discouraged by anything and - come what may - stick to goals once they have been set. People with high perseverance values are more anxious to achieve professional and extra-professional goals.
Describes the realization of intentions to act - the willingness to actually seize entrepreneurial opportunities. While others simply take note of their environment, those who are ready to act see it as full of opportunities and possibilities (opportunity detection) and are ready to take immediate action if they see it as worthwhile. In all personality-theoretical approaches to the start-up process, the
describes the psychological resilience or resistance to strains, stressful situations or sudden changes. People with pronounced stress tolerance have a high degree of inner balance. They work with concentration even under pressure and keep a cool head in every situation. Stress-resistant people know that they have the knowledge, tactics, skills and strategies to cope with crises.
describes the ability to change one's perspective. People who are strong in analysis do not just rely on what they (think they) know, what they have learned or what has worked so far. In contrast to people who merely want to have their opinions and world views confirmed, they question and are prepared to change their previous views.
describes the degree of emotional balance. Emotionally stable people are calm, self-confident and level-headed. They are able to perceive their feelings intensively, but do not let them determine them or throw them off course. They are able to act rationally even in emotionally challenging situations. They can filter their emotions better overall,
describes the ability to perceive emotional states and needs. Empathy is considered the fundamental principle of human interaction. Those who are able to empathize with the perception and experience of others recognize their needs - and can integrate this knowledge into the development of products and (customer) relationships. Individual components according to Howard Gardner and Thomas Hatch: