TY - JOUR
AU - Paulhus, Delroy L.
AB - Measures of impression management have yet to incorporate two-factor models of person perception. The 2 primary factors are often labeled agency and communion. In Study 1, we assembled a new measure of impression management—the Bidimensional Impression Management Index (BIMI): It comprises 2 subscales designed specifically to tap agentic and communal content. Both subscales showed adequate alpha reliabilities under both honest and faking conditions. In Study 2, the BIMI was cross-validated in a new sample: The subscales remained relatively independent, and their reliabilities remained solid. A coherent pattern of personality correlates also supported the validities of both subscales. In Study 3, the differential sensitivity of the 2 subscales was demonstrated by manipulating the job type in simulated job applications. Implications and applications of the BIMI are discussed.
TI - The Bidimensional Impression Management Index (BIMI): Measuring Agentic and Communal Forms of Impression Management
JF - Journal of Personality Assessment
DO - 10.1080/00223891.2013.862252
DA - 2014-09-03
UR - https://www.deepdyve.com/lp/taylor-francis/the-bidimensional-impression-management-index-bimi-measuring-agentic-cg3XdhN36g
SP - 523
EP - 531
VL - 96
IS - 5
DP - DeepDyve
ER -