Exam 4: Building High Self-Esteem

Organizations can enhance employees' self-esteem by​

Parents can build high self-esteem in their children by​

Joshua usually ignores the little voice that says he should spend more time with his sick grandfather.He is​

Positive self-talk must be realistic and consistent with one's true self in order to be effective.

Those with high self-esteem are skilled at obtaining validation and positive messages from other people.

Case 4.1 ​ Bill is concerned about Tim's self-esteem.Tim's attitudes about himself have begun affecting his work.Tim is just consumed with the fear of failure.He keeps telling himself that he's a failure,there's no use trying,and he can't do any better.Bill says to Tim,"It's good that you know what you can and can't do;that helps you be more realistic about life.You just need to think of these matters in positive terms rather than hating yourself." ​ Bill manages Tim by telling him that he appreciates his hard work.Bill points out the things Tim does well and regularly explains to Tim that he expects great things of him.After a few weeks,Tim begins to perform more effectively and his fear of failure decreases.Bill further takes Tim "under his wing" and begins to advise him on professional behavior,gives him time to explain ideas and his concerns,and even becomes an advocate for Tim with Bill's boss. -Refer to Case 4.1.Bill's taking Tim under his wing is an example of

Raj is starting college.He is well-rounded and adults in his life have told him that if he tries hard enough,he can be whatever he wants to be;however,doing some things,such as using his imagination and articulating his thoughts,comes more naturally than doing others.He could be a doctor or lawyer or accountant,but being a writer or language arts teacher could be a better choice because​

Name at least four characteristics of someone with high self-esteem.

Setting goals and achieving them builds an individual's self-esteem because the individual​

People with low self-esteem tend to​

What are the five factors that enhance employee self-esteem?​

Case 4.1 ​ Bill is concerned about Tim's self-esteem.Tim's attitudes about himself have begun affecting his work.Tim is just consumed with the fear of failure.He keeps telling himself that he's a failure,there's no use trying,and he can't do any better.Bill says to Tim,"It's good that you know what you can and can't do;that helps you be more realistic about life.You just need to think of these matters in positive terms rather than hating yourself." ​ Bill manages Tim by telling him that he appreciates his hard work.Bill points out the things Tim does well and regularly explains to Tim that he expects great things of him.After a few weeks,Tim begins to perform more effectively and his fear of failure decreases.Bill further takes Tim "under his wing" and begins to advise him on professional behavior,gives him time to explain ideas and his concerns,and even becomes an advocate for Tim with Bill's boss. -Refer to Case 4.1.What might Tim's boss to do enhance Tim's self-esteem?​

When Rafael turns in work that is late or sub-par,he makes excuses that blame other people and events.When people congratulate him on a job well done,he usually says he "got lucky this time." Rafael attributes his actions and results to a(n) ____________________.

Despite doing very well in several college business courses and earning a glowing performance review from her internship supervisor,Mira is very anxious about being able to pass her GMAT exams.Mira seems to demonstrate lower​

Nancy used to call herself stupid when she performed poorly on an exam.Now she uses ____________________ by reminding herself of the specific steps she can take do better.

Case 4.1 ​ Bill is concerned about Tim's self-esteem.Tim's attitudes about himself have begun affecting his work.Tim is just consumed with the fear of failure.He keeps telling himself that he's a failure,there's no use trying,and he can't do any better.Bill says to Tim,"It's good that you know what you can and can't do;that helps you be more realistic about life.You just need to think of these matters in positive terms rather than hating yourself." ​ Bill manages Tim by telling him that he appreciates his hard work.Bill points out the things Tim does well and regularly explains to Tim that he expects great things of him.After a few weeks,Tim begins to perform more effectively and his fear of failure decreases.Bill further takes Tim "under his wing" and begins to advise him on professional behavior,gives him time to explain ideas and his concerns,and even becomes an advocate for Tim with Bill's boss. -Refer to Case 4.1.What strategy might Bill suggest that Tim could use to build his self-esteem?​

Your inner critic provides only negative self-talk and critiques.

Mark frequently dismisses his coworkers' ideas as not worthwhile and boasts about his own abilities.Which statement best characterizes Mark?​

Common symptoms of low self-esteem can include either eating disorders or overeating,as well as excessive drinking or smoking.

Which of the following is an example of productive self-talk?​