Dr. Manju Antil | Counseling Psychologist | Psychotherapist | Educator| Founder- Wellnessnetic Care

Personality development strengthens an individual’s behaviour, communication, confidence, and decision-making abilities. For students, it helps build self-awareness and prepares them for future professional roles by enhancing interpersonal, emotional, and intellectual skills. The following questions and answers provide deeper explanations with practical, relatable examples to make learning easier and more meaningful.

Questions and Answers 

1. What is personality?

Personality is the combination of behaviours, habits, thoughts, and emotional patterns that make every person unique.
Example: Two students may have the same marks but behave completely differently—one is calm and patient, another is reactive and talkative.

2. What factors influence personality?

Heredity, family environment, schooling, culture, peer group, and life experiences.
Example: A child who grows up in a supportive home becomes more confident, while a child raised in a strict environment might become more reserved.

3. What is an introvert?

Someone who prefers quiet environments and enjoys spending time alone.
Example: A student who prefers reading in the library instead of attending loud events.

4. What is an extrovert?

Someone who enjoys social interactions and feels energized by people.
Example: A student who volunteers to anchor every event.

5. What is an ambivert?

A person who behaves like an introvert or extrovert depending on the situation.
Example: A student who is quiet in class but energetic in sports.

6. Why is self-awareness important?

It helps individuals understand their strengths, weaknesses, and behaviour.
Example: Knowing you speak fast helps you slow down during presentations.

7. What is body language?

Non-verbal communication through gestures, posture, eye contact, and expressions.
Example: A confident handshake creates a strong first impression in interviews.

8. Why is body language important?

It conveys confidence, honesty, and attitude without words.
Example: Folding arms during GD may signal defensiveness.

9. What is character building?

Developing values like honesty, responsibility, respect, and empathy.
Example: Submitting assignments on time shows responsibility.

10. What is teamwork?

Working with others to achieve a common goal.
Example: In a group presentation, each member contributes research, slides, or speaking.

11. Why is teamwork important?

It improves cooperation, reduces workload, and increases creativity.
Example: A team of four completes a project faster than a single student.

12. What is time management?

Planning tasks and using time effectively.
Example: Setting study hours daily helps reduce exam stress.

13. Give a real example of time management.

A student completes small portions of an assignment each day instead of rushing on the last night.

14. What are work ethics?

Values like punctuality, sincerity, honesty, and discipline.
Example: A student who always reaches class on time shows strong ethics.

15. What is etiquette?

Polite and respectful behaviour in social and formal situations.
Example: Saying “thank you,” holding the door for others, speaking respectfully.

16. What is professional dressing?

Wearing neat, clean, and appropriate formal clothing.
Example: Wearing formals during interviews or seminars.

17. What is communication?

The process of sharing information through speaking, writing, or behaviour.

18. What is effective communication?

Clear, simple expression along with proper listening.
Example: In a team meeting, listening first and then speaking logically.

19. Why is listening important?

It prevents misunderstanding and improves relationships.
Example: If a teacher gives instructions and a student listens carefully, mistakes reduce.

20. What is constructive feedback?

Feedback that helps someone improve.
Example: “Your content is good; try adding visuals for clarity.”

21. How to give constructive feedback?

Start with a positive point, then suggest improvements politely.

22. How do you handle criticism?

By staying calm, understanding the message, and improving.
Example: If a teacher says your handwriting is unclear, practice instead of feeling bad.

23. What is assertiveness?

Expressing your views confidently but politely.
Example: “I respect your idea, but I prefer a different approach.”

24. Difference between assertiveness and aggression.

Assertiveness = Respectful communication
Aggression = Forceful and disrespectful behaviour
Example:
Assertive: “Let’s take equal turns.”
Aggressive: “You never let anyone speak!”

25. What is negotiation?

Reaching an agreement through discussion.
Example: Deciding who will present and who will design slides in a project.

26. What is public speaking?

Expressing ideas to an audience clearly.
Example: Giving a seminar in class.

27. How to improve public speaking?

Practice, deep breathing, preparing points, and maintaining eye contact.

28. What is employability?

Skills and qualities needed to get and keep a job.

29. What is a Group Discussion (GD)?

A group of students discuss a topic and are evaluated on communication and thinking.

30. What skills are evaluated in GD?

Communication, confidence, leadership, listening, logic, and teamwork.

31. What is a personal interview?

A conversation between interviewer and candidate to judge suitability.

32. Give three HR interview questions.

• Tell me about yourself.
• Why should we hire you?
• What are your strengths and weaknesses?

33. What is a technical interview?

It checks subject knowledge and practical skills.

34. What are psychometric tests?

Tests that measure personality, intelligence, and behaviour.
Example: MBTI, aptitude tests.

35. Why are psychometric tests useful?

They help understand strengths and suggest suitable careers.

36. What is self-esteem?

How much a person values themselves.
Example: A student with high self-esteem participates more.

37. How to improve self-esteem?

Positive thoughts, skill-building, and celebrating small achievements.

38. What is self-confidence?

Belief in one’s ability.
Example: Practising presentations increases confidence.

39. How does confidence grow?

Through experience, preparation, and learning from mistakes.

40. What are the six dimensions of personality?

Physical, intellectual, emotional, moral, social, and spiritual.

41. What is physical development?

Improving fitness, appearance, and health.
Example: Regular exercise increases energy.

42. What is intellectual development?

Improving knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving.
Example: Reading books enhances thinking.

43. What is emotional development?

Managing emotions and stress effectively.
Example: Staying calm during exams.

44. What is moral development?

Building values and ethics.
Example: Returning a lost item you find on campus.

45. What is social development?

Improving communication and building relationships.

46. What is spiritual development?

Understanding inner peace and purpose.
Example: Meditation or self-reflection.

47. Why is positive thinking important?

It improves health, confidence, and decision-making.

48. What are soft skills?

Interpersonal skills like communication, leadership, teamwork.

49. Why do students need personality development?

To improve confidence, communication, career readiness, and relationships.

50. Mention one area you want to improve.

Example answer: “I want to improve public speaking because I get nervous on stage.”

Conclusion

Personality development shapes an individual into a confident, responsible, and socially aware human being. With the right communication skills, emotional balance, teamwork, professional behaviour, and self-awareness, students can perform better academically and succeed in future careers.