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Hormones, Talent, and Career

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Abstract

In this chapter, we study the dimensions important to consider when evaluating a career path and how hormones influence each of them. We review main biomarkers like the shape of our face and the digit ratio, and what they reveal about our personality. We also explain how to measure the Hormonal Quotient® (HQ) and share the typical traits for each of the eight Hormonal Quotient® (HQ) profiles.

Personality starts where comparison ends.

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Derval, D., Bremer, J. (2012). Unlock your Hormonal Quotient® (HQ). In: Hormones, Talent, and Career. SpringerBriefs in Business. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-25713-1_2

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