Conscientiousness

Conscientious people are reliable, hardworking, and efficient. They tend to be well-organized and responsible, and are motivated to achieve their goals.

High Conscientiousness

Individuals high on Conscientiousness:

Exhibit a strong sense of self-discipline and perseverance
Tend to have better academic and job performance, as well as lower rates of absenteeism
May be more likely to engage in health-promoting behaviors, such as exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy diet

Note: excessively high levels of conscientiousness can also have negative consequences, such as being overly perfectionistic or rigid.

Low Conscientiousness

Individuals low on Conscientiousness:

More impulsive and disorganized
They may have difficulty setting and achieving goals
They may feel uncomfortable in large social gatherings
They may be more likely to engage in behaviors that are not in their best interest

Curious how you score in Conscientiousness?
The Big Five Test