Deck 19: On Course at Work: Self-Management at Work

Question 1

The self-management skills you learn in this course will make success in the workplace more likely.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

When beginning a job search,which of the following self-management tools will serve you well?

A) tracking form for directing your outer and inner action steps toward your employment goals
B) next-actions list for keeping track of essential one-time actions such as returning calls or sending thank-you notes after an interview
C) monthly calendars for avoiding the embarrassment of arriving late or having to cancel an interview because of a scheduling conflict
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Imagine that you have a big project at work that is due tomorrow.It's after dinner and you're about ready to write the final draft of the report when your married friend calls.His wife is out of town,and he asks you to watch their kids (ages three,four,and seven years)while he goes to his high school reunion that night.If you agree to watch his children instead of finishing your project,which of Quadrants I-IV will you be in?

A) I
B) II
C) III
D) IV

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Success in the workplace means having the self-discipline to spend the majority of your time in Quadrant III.

Question 5

These Quadrant II actions will look great on your resume: volunteer work,internships,and club memberships related to your future career.