The general factor of personality: What lies beyond?

► Five factors beyond a general factor of personality (GFP) were studied. ► Data were from 8 personality inventories filled out by a large community sample. ► The GFP reflected social dominance, good adjustment, and intellectual achievement. ► The supplemental factors included agreeableness, conscientiousness, and openness. ► Both were related to others' ratings, specific behaviors, and demographic variables.