Deck 9: On Course at Work: Personal Responsibility at Work

Question 1

Victims usually don't explore their career options thoroughly or match career requirements with their own talents and interests,and they make uninformed choices.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Creators know that the foundation of success at work (as in college)is accepting this truth: By our choices,we are each the primary creators of the outcomes and experiences of our lives.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Taking responsibility for your work life means:

A) planning your career path to keep your options open and your progress unobstructed.
B) reacting emotionally to disappointments on the job.
C) placing responsibility for obstacles on those who are creating them (bosses,coworkers,"the man").
D) Acting immediately on any and every opportunity offered you,so you won't miss out on them.

Answer 3

A

Question 4

What are the advantages of being a Creator in the workplace?

A) Creators bring a positive and productive attitude to the workplace.
B) Absenteeism and poor working habits are not problems for Creators.
C) Creators get the job and then excel at the job.
D) All of the above are advantages.
E) None of the above are advantages.

Question 5

As long as I believe my career success belongs to someone else (like "lousy" bosses),I'm being a Victim,and my success is unlikely.