Question 1

Which of the following can adversely affect a person's ability to network?

Accepted Answer

A)   Concerns about having to pay back the favor
B)   Aiming to reach personal goals with help from others
C)   Being confident about one's abilities and personal skills
D)   Being an extrovert A

Question 2

What are the different barriers to networking?

Accepted Answer

People may find networking difficult when they possess some or all of the following characteristics:
1)Being shy/introverted,lacking in self-esteem or confidence in personal skills and abilities.
2)Difficulty in asking others for help and being or feeling unable to reciprocate the favor immediately.
3)Wanting to reach goals without any special help from others.
4)Concern about sharing sensitive or competitive information.

Question 3

As a new college graduate,Peter needs to develop contacts to ensure that his goal of having his own consulting company becomes a reality in the future.Which of the following would be helpful to Peter in developing and/or maintaining his network?

Accepted Answer

A)   He must realize that reciprocity is the only important principle for building a successful network.
B)   He must avoid analyzing every situation for possibilities.
C)   He must keep his ambitions and goals under wraps.
D)   He must nurture relationships with individuals in the profession. D

Question 4

Informational interviews can be helpful in finding the right career path.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Since Carl is majoring in accounting,he decided to meet his Mom's friend who works for a prestigious accounting firm to get her advice and perception on careers in the accounting field.Carl is learning about his career opportunities through a(n):

Accepted Answer

A)   scanning interview.
B)   source interview.
C)   information interview.
D)   clarification interview.

Question 6

Define the characteristics of effective mentors.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Define the characteristics of effective mentors....

Question 7

All contacts must be deliberately cultivated because they do not evolve naturally.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Mentoring programs is an excellent way to boost the performance and advancement rates of minorities and women,as well as to build confidence and boost morale.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

During the _____ stage of a mentoring relationship,there is continued growth and development for both the mentor and protégé and there is mutual sharing,trust,and learning as the relationship becomes more rewarding for both parties.

Accepted Answer

A)   orientation and initiation
B)   cultivation
C)   separation
D)   redefinition

Question 10

Which of the following is a benefit of mentoring for protégés?

Accepted Answer

A)   Improvement in their leadership and communication skills
B)   Developing patience,insight,and understanding
C)   Higher personal satisfaction from helping another
D)   Increased self-confidence,self-awareness,and growth

Question 11

The notion that most of us can find a connection to anyone else in the world through six levels of contacts is referred to as the:

Accepted Answer

A)   primary network.
B)   select network.
C)   secondary network.
D)   secured network.

Question 12

_____ peers tend to trust more and share more and even delve into some issues beyond work.

Accepted Answer

A)   Formal
B)   Collegial
C)   Informational
D)   Special

Question 13

The largest portion of a person's network consists of secondary contacts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Anne will be more effective at networking if she can reach her goals without any special help from others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Successful networking requires a philosophy of expecting information and help from others.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

List the different forms of mentoring that extend beyond traditional organizational,geographical,and functional boundaries.

Accepted Answer

The answer of List the different forms of mentoring that...

Question 17

Which of the following trends has led to an increased need for mentoring?

Accepted Answer

A)   Tendency of workers to stick to the same company for long
B)   Products and services being viewed as the key to sustainable competitive advantage
C)   Importance being given to the benefit of the organization as a whole than to individual participants
D)   Firms considering their employees as the source of competitive advantage

Question 18

While networking,it is best if Conrad avoids discussing specific expectations until the trust between the parties is built.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In order to make mentoring relationships work,protégés must:

Accepted Answer

A)   make mentoring a two-way street.
B)   avoid reassessing and altering their network.
C)   refrain from revealing goals and ambitions.
D)   stick to the advice of a single mentor,rather than seeking multiple mentors.

Question 20

Identify one of the key things to do after a networking meeting.

Accepted Answer

A)   Setting specific networking goals
B)   Jotting down a few notes on the back of the person's business card
C)   Being visible,not pushy
D)   Allotting time in your weekly or monthly planner for networking activities

Exam 16: Networking and Mentoring

Which of the following can adversely affect a person's ability to network?

What are the different barriers to networking?

As a new college graduate,Peter needs to develop contacts to ensure that his goal of having his own consulting company becomes a reality in the future.Which of the following would be helpful to Peter in developing and/or maintaining his network?

Informational interviews can be helpful in finding the right career path.

Since Carl is majoring in accounting,he decided to meet his Mom's friend who works for a prestigious accounting firm to get her advice and perception on careers in the accounting field.Carl is learning about his career opportunities through a(n) :

Define the characteristics of effective mentors.

All contacts must be deliberately cultivated because they do not evolve naturally.

Mentoring programs is an excellent way to boost the performance and advancement rates of minorities and women,as well as to build confidence and boost morale.

During the _____ stage of a mentoring relationship,there is continued growth and development for both the mentor and protégé and there is mutual sharing,trust,and learning as the relationship becomes more rewarding for both parties.

Which of the following is a benefit of mentoring for protégés?

The notion that most of us can find a connection to anyone else in the world through six levels of contacts is referred to as the:

_____ peers tend to trust more and share more and even delve into some issues beyond work.

The largest portion of a person's network consists of secondary contacts.

Anne will be more effective at networking if she can reach her goals without any special help from others.

Successful networking requires a philosophy of expecting information and help from others.

List the different forms of mentoring that extend beyond traditional organizational,geographical,and functional boundaries.

Which of the following trends has led to an increased need for mentoring?

While networking,it is best if Conrad avoids discussing specific expectations until the trust between the parties is built.

In order to make mentoring relationships work,protégés must:

Identify one of the key things to do after a networking meeting.