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Americans face reduced immunity from negative emotions than Japanese who see negative feelings as normal
Positivity transforms us for the better, allowing us to discover and build new skills, new ties, new knowledge, and new ways of being
Kerri Ann feels very tense at work these days. Three people in her department quit, and it is up to her to complete her own work plus all of the work they would have done. She is anxious and often responds rudely when her manager speaks with her about a project. Kerri Ann is experiencing _____.
Jared is from the United States, but is working in Mexico. He believes that his culture, language, and behavior are superior to those of his Mexican employees. This illustrates which one of the following concepts?
Which of the following are common ways that employees express burnout? (Choose every correct answer.)-Having accidents-Calling in sick-Increased productivity-Displaying poor performance
What legislation prohibits discrimination against the disabled and requires organizations to provide reasonable accommodation for an individual's disabilities?
What is the willingness to accept constructive criticism, try and propose new ideas, and maintain a good attitude called?
What are appropriate ways to to self-manage? (Choose every correct answer.)-Recognizing your physiological responses to triggers-Venting to a work colleague, such as your direct superior-Recognizing words, sayings, and situations that trigger your emotions-Pausing and taking deep breaths
Administrative changes that managers can make to reduce the stressors that lead to employee burnout are called _____.
The retail store where David works always adds extra staff during the busy holiday season and summer months. Managers know that this additional staff will relieve some of the stress year-round employees feel. The addition of the extra staff is an example of a _____.
Which of the following are characteristics of a Type A behavior pattern? (Choose every correct answer.)-Hurried-Patient-Competitive-Deadline-focused
When an individual reaches a state of emotional, mental, or even physical exhaustion, it is called _____.
What are examples of a positive approach? (Choose every correct answer.)-Complaining about your job to your colleagues-Listening to your boss give you feedback on your work-Refusing to apply the suggestions for improvement your boss gave you during a performance review-Sharing with your boss a new idea that you developed
Laura talks fast, walks fast, eats fast, and is in a constant rush to accomplish everything she thinks she needs to do. Which of the following BEST describes Laura's behavior?
Stress is the feeling of tension and pressure; the source of that stress is known as a(n) _____.
The ability to control your emotions and act with honesty and integrity in reliable and adaptable ways is called what?
Simple irritants, such as misplacing your keys or a phone number, are referred to as ______.
_____ is the belief that one's native country, culture, language, abilities, and/or behavior are superior to those of another culture.
_____ represents all the ways people are unlike and alike - the differences and similarities in age, gender, race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, capabilities, and socioeconomic background.
Why is it important to manage employees as individuals who have different personalities and circumstances?