The Evolution of Personality Assessment in the 21st Century Understanding the People who Understand People

"Hopwood has assembled a fascinating array of stories from personality assessment luminaries about their personal and professional shaping influences, their life- and career trajectories. In essence, these are gifts of generativity. This treasure chest of narratives will inspire future generations of personality assessors to find their visions and carve out their unique paths."

-Radhika Krishnamurthy, PsyD, ABAP; Clinical Psychology Professor, Florida Institute of Technology; Former President, Society for Personality Assessment

"People who understand people know that scientists are not inert ingredients in their research. Chris Hopwood has curated a master list of the most accomplished and influential living personality assessment scientists and practitioners to share their professional journeys, which have left an indelible mark on the field. The result is a brightly illuminating volume that will be a must read for those who want to understand how we come to understand people."

-Aidan Wright, PhD; Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh