KEYWORDS It has long been theorized that we can improve prediction of job-related behavior from measures of personality by identifying job characteristics that allow for the expression of individual differences (e.g., Mischel, 1968). Using O*NET data, the current paper develops a framework for job characteristics that could improve the extent to which we can predict behavior from personality. More specifically, it investigates relationships between work styles, generalized work activities, and

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... ork context variables. Job characteristics varied in importance as a function of four work styles composites: achievement, people orientation, stability, and attention to detail, and the relationships were largely consistent with the tenants of trait activation theory (Tett & Burnett, 2003) . In addition to limitations and future directions, the discussion section contains implications of the current study for practitioners, including implications for hiring practices and job placement.