Personality Development – Written Assignment

Learner Name NAMAN SINGH Reference ID/ Batch Code 1566/R-1

Course Title PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Assessor Name RAMAAN SOOD SIR

Assessment Area Part 1-Self Development

Part 2 –Effective Communication Skills

Assignment Title Pass

1:Investigate factors which contribute to personality Development

2: Understand Time & explore methods for its management & removing blocks

3: Investigate the development of leadership skills appropriate to specific situations..

4: Recognise Inter Personal Behaviour, its affects on relationships with others.

5: Examine Communication, its types & its importance on our effectiveness.

6: Understand the importance of projecting a positive Image.

Purpose/Aims  Analyse own personality type.

 Critically examine a range of factors, which contribute to personality
development.
 What is time, its value, how can it be measured.
 Identify ways to overcome blocks to effective time-management. (Realise the
importance of TIME MANAGEMENT in everyday life and relate it to self
development.)
 Define leadership skills needed for a specific situation.
 Propose methods to develop own leadership skills.
 Identify a range of methods required for analysing effective interrelationships with
others.
 Evaluate the main steps required to develop an open self personality.
 Analyse barriers and weaknesses to successful communication
 Produce evidence of effective verbal, non verbal and written communication.
 Explore how character building and morals will support career development.
 Demonstrate public speaking skills.
I confirm that the work submitted for this assignment is my own.

Learner name NAMAN SINGH Date Batch code

Reference id 1566 24-02-2025 R-1
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Guidelines: Students to attempt the below questions for getting PASS/ MERIT/ DISTINCTION

1. Write your responses in the space provided below the questions

2. Review your answers before submitting the Assignment
3. Also, each question indicates if it is PASS/ MERIT/ DISTINCTION

TIMELINE: You can take upto One Week to submit the Assignments

Ques1. Define Personality (PASS)

Ans. Personality is the unique set of traits, behaviors, and characteristics that define an
individual’s way of thinking, feeling, and interacting with others.

Ques2. Define SWOT. How will you convert Weakness into Strength? (PASS)
Ans. SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. Weaknesses can
be converted into strengths through self-awareness, training, practice, and seeking mentorship.
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Ques 3. Which factor is important for development of one’s personality? Justify by giving
Examples. (PASS)
Ans. Self-confidence is a key factor in personality development. For example, someone
who fears public speaking can overcome it by practicing and engaging in discussions,
thus developing a confident personality.

Ques 4. Define Perception, Emotional Intelligence and its impact in one’s Personal and
Professional Life. (PASS)
Ans.Perception is how we interpret and understand the world around us. Emotional
Intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions effectively. These
skills enhance communication, decision-making, and leadership abilities in personal and
professional life.

Ques5. Why do you think Time has to be managed? (PASS)

Ans. Time management helps increase productivity, reduce stress, and ensure a balanced
life by prioritizing tasks and setting clear goals.
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Ques6. Talk about your daily Routine & make a DAILY HALF HOUR TIME LOG SHEET. (PASS)
Ans. 6:00 AM – Wake up & Exercise

7:00 AM – Study

12:00 PM – Lunch

1:00 PM – Attend Classes

6:00 PM – Leisure Activities

8:00 PM – Dinner

10:30 PM – Sleep

Ques 7. What are the Time wasters and how to overcome them? (PASS)
Ans. Time wasters include social media, procrastination, and multitasking. They can be
overcome by setting priorities, using timers, and scheduling breaks effectively.
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Ques8.During your class Activity how you manage your time, What Sort of Typical barriers you
face and how you overcome them. (PASS)
Ans. Time management is done by preparing a study plan and eliminating distractions. Barriers
such as noise and lack of focus are overcome by finding a quiet study space and setting
reminders.
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Ques9. Define Leadership.(PASS)

Ans. Leadership is the ability to guide, influence, and inspire individuals or teams toward
achieving a common goal.

Ques10.What are the 7 functions of Leadership? (PASS)

Ans. Planning

Organizing

Directing

Coordinating

Motivating

Evaluating

Innovating
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Ques11.What are the qualities of Leadership? (PASS)

Ans. Good leadership qualities include confidence, responsibility, vision, adaptability,
communication, and empathy.

Ques 12.Why is leadership important? State the 5 reasons which make leadership
important. (PASS)
Ans. Encourages teamwork

Increases productivity

Promotes innovation
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Ensures goal achievement

Improves decision-making

Ques13.What do you understand by open Self Personality? (PASS)

Ans. Open self-personality means being transparent, adaptable, and willing to accept feedback
and grow through learning.

Ques 14.Explain the Four Self Johari’s window. (PASS)

Ans. Open Self: Known to self and others

Blind Self: Known to others but unknown to self

Hidden Self: Known to self but not to others

Unknown Self: Unknown to both self and others

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Ques15.Define the Term Transactional Analysis (PASS)

Ans. Transactional Analysis is a psychological method that helps understand communication
and relationships based on three ego states: Parent, Adult, and Child.

Ques16.Define Four Life Stroke Position and its impact while

Working in Team.(PASS)

Ans. I’m OK, You’re OK: Best for teamwork and cooperation.

I’m OK, You’re Not OK: Leads to arrogance and conflicts.

I’m Not OK, You’re OK: Results in low self-confidence.

I’m Not OK, You’re Not OK: Causes negativity and low motivation.
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Ques:1. Why is the open self personality important? How do you become an open self
personality? (MERIT)
Ans. Open self-personality builds trust, enhances relationships, and improves communication. It
can be developed by self-reflection, accepting feedback, and being adaptable.

Ques2: Name one external and internal motivational factor which motivates you towards
achieving your goal. Justify your answer. (MERIT)
Ans: External: Recognition and rewards. Internal: Personal growth and self-satisfaction.
Recognition motivates by boosting confidence, while self-satisfaction ensures long-term
commitment.
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Ques 3: List any 3 positive emotions and 3 negative emotions. How can you creatively use each
to become more emotionally intelligent? (MERIT)
Ans: Positive: Joy, Gratitude, Confidence. Negative: Anger, Fear, Jealousy. Managing emotions
enhances emotional intelligence and improves relationships.

Ques:-4 What are the applications and results of motivation? (MERIT)

Ans: Motivation increases productivity, promotes resilience, and drives individuals toward goal
achievement.

Ques: 5 List any three persons in your life who are most empathy oriented towards you. State
what is it that they do for you that makes you like them. (MERIT)
Ans: Parents, teachers, and close friends because they provide emotional support and
guidance.
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Ques:6 How will you improve your time-management? State 5 areas in which you commit to
improve. (MERIT)
Ans: I will improve time management by focusing on:

Setting clear goals – Define priorities for each day.

Avoiding procrastination – Use timers and reminders.

Prioritizing tasks – Complete urgent and important work first.

Using planners – Maintain a to-do list.

Eliminating distractions – Limit social media and unnecessary activities.

Ques:7 What are the blocks to efficient time management? How will you overcome them?
(MERIT)
Ans: Common time management barriers include:

Procrastination – Overcome by setting deadlines.

Distractions – Minimize interruptions and focus on tasks.

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Lack of planning – Use planners to stay organized.

Multitasking – Focus on one task at a time.

Low motivation – Stay disciplined and reward progress.

Ques 8.Which leadership function do you think is most important and justify your choice.
(MERIT)
Ans Decision-making is the most important function because leaders must make crucial choices
that impact their team and goals. A well-thought-out decision ensures efficiency, clarity, and
progress.

Ques:9.What are the 10 steps of goal setting and achievement?(MERIT)

Ans 1. Define a clear goal.

2. Break it into smaller tasks.

4. Set a timeline.
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5. Identify potential obstacles.

6. Develop an action plan.

7. Stay motivated.

8. Track progress regularly.

9. Seek guidance if needed.

10. Adjust strategies when required.

11. Celebrate achievements.

Ques10.What are the patterns of communication? Give example for each. (MERIT)
Ans Verbal Communication: Speaking directly (e.g., face-to-face conversation).

Non-Verbal Communication: Body language (e.g., hand gestures).

Written Communication: Messages or emails (e.g., business letters).

Visual Communication: Infographics or charts (e.g., marketing presentations).

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Ques:11. What are Ego states? Which Ego state do you operate most often? (MERIT)
Ans Ego States in Transactional Analysis:

Parent Ego: Based on past teachings and discipline.

Adult Ego: Logical and data-driven thinking.

Child Ego: Emotional and instinct-based behavior.

My dominant ego state: I operate mostly in the Adult Ego state, where I make rational decisions
based on facts.

Ques12.List any 4 areas where you would like to be more persistent? How will you do it?
(MERIT)
Ans 1. Academics – Study consistently and follow a strict schedule.

2. Physical Fitness – Exercise regularly and maintain a routine.

3. Career Growth – Work on skill-building and networking.

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4. Public Speaking – Practice speeches and participate in discussions.

Ques1.Does your "personality" need improvement? Why?(DISTINCTION)

Ans Yes, personality improvement is a continuous process. Developing self-confidence,
emotional intelligence, and leadership skills helps in personal and professional success.

Ques2.List 5 areas in which you hold negative attitudes. How can you change these to positive
attitudes? (DISTINCTION)
Ans Fear of failure → Embrace learning opportunities.

Impatience → Practice mindfulness and deep breathing.

Procrastination → Set short-term deadlines and maintain discipline.

Lack of self-confidence → Engage in self-affirmations and positive thinking.

Overthinking → Focus on practical problem-solving.

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Ques3.How can you motivate people? Give example. (DISTINCTION)

Ans. Motivation can be achieved by recognition, encouragement, and goal setting.

Example: A teacher praising a student’s hard work boosts their confidence and inspires them to
perform even better.

Ques4.What are the applications of Emotional Intelligence? Give examples explaining this
application? (DISTINCTION)
Ans In Leadership: A manager handling conflicts with empathy and fairness.

In Teamwork: Understanding coworkers’ emotions and responding positively.

In Personal Life: Managing stress effectively in tough situations.

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Ques5 What are the blocks to efficient time management? How will "YOU" overcome them?
(DISTINCTION)
Ans. Distractions – Avoid multitasking and use focus techniques.

Lack of Prioritization – Follow the Eisenhower Matrix for task management.

Procrastination – Set small, achievable goals with deadlines.

Poor Scheduling – Use time management apps and planners.

Ques 6.What are the three factors essential for leadership to function effectively?
(DISTINCTION)
Ans .Vision – A leader must have a clear goal for the team.

Communication – Effective exchange of ideas and guidance.

Decision-making – Making well-informed and timely choices.

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Ques7.What are the barriers you faced while improving your communication? What will you do
to overcome them? (DISTINCTION)
Ans. Fear of public speaking → Practice regularly with small groups.

Lack of clarity → Organize thoughts before speaking.

Limited vocabulary → Read and expand knowledge.

Ques8. Explain the ladder of inference with an example. (DISTINCTION)

Ans. The Ladder of Inference explains how people jump to conclusions based on assumptions
instead of facts.
Example: If a colleague does not reply to a message, one may assume they are ignoring them,
while in reality, they might be busy.

Ques 9.Which of the five team life-cycle stages occurs after storming? (DISTINCTION)
Ans. Norming Stage – After conflicts (storming), teams start working together with cooperation
and shared goals.
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Ques10.What Barriers did you face during your Project work? How can it be translated to your
Desired Job? (DISTINCTION)
Ans. Time constraints → Helped me improve task prioritization.

Team conflicts → Taught me how to collaborate effectively.

Resource limitations → Encouraged creativity in problem-solving

Ques11.How your Inter personal skills will help you to achieve your goal?(DISTINCTION)
Ans. Interpersonal skills like effective communication, teamwork, and empathy improve
professional relationships and open new career opportunities.
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Ques12.What sort of moral values you are lacking and how you can develop the same?
(DISTINCTION)
Ans. I need to improve on patience, humility, and consistency.

Patience – Practice mindfulness and learn to wait.

Humility – Accept mistakes and learn from others.

Consistency – Develop routines and self-discipline.