You work in human resources for an international company and have been asked by your boss to explore outside companies that can administer personality testing for all employees globally. He wants you to explore options, outline the pros and cons, and give your final recommendations. He r ently learned that a British firm found that the top three reasons people quit or underperform are rooted in personality rather than skill, knowledge, or qualification. Perso ality testing in the workplace is widespread in Australia, Europe, and the United States but is in its infancy in Asia.

In addition to the pros and cons, here are some other points to consider for the discussion board:

What personality traits might help explain poor performance? Could the reason that personality testing is not widespread in Asia be related to culture? What advantages could global aptitude tests offer for firms doing business globally?