To overcome procrastination, Jane jump-starts herself by ________.
A) consuming an energy drink designed for procrastinators
B) pricking herself on the arm with a needle
C) composing a list of her strengths and weaknesses
D) getting started on a tiny task related to larger task
Question 2A mission statement is likely to improve personal productivity because it ________.
A) serves as a compass to direct your activities
B) establishes specific items to put on your to-do list
C) provides ethical guidelines for managing a career
D) helps a person overcome fear of success
Question 3Fear of success refers to the idea that people will sometimes procrastinate engaging in an activity that if successful, will lead to unwanted responsibilities.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4Norm, the president of the heating and air conditioning division of his company, establishes a vision for his division that includes the idea of creating comfortable internal environments for thousands of workers.
In the process of establishing this vision, Norm is engaging in the leadership behavior of ________.
A) direction setting
B) giving frequent feedback on performance
C) setting high expectations
D) being a servant leader.
Question 5A helpful perspective for many procrastinators is to keep in mind that the goal is to make some progress toward crossing the finish line.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 6Jake, a financial sales consultant, sells a client a highly risky investment just so he (Jake) can earn an extra generous commission. Jake thinks, Why shouldn't I earn a big commission this way? Our vice president thinks it is a smart idea.
Jake appears to be responding to the influence of ________.
A) a corporate culture that does not promote ethical behavior
B) common sense
C) following an appropriate code of professional conduct
D) a company ethics hotline
Question 7Candy correctly calculates the cost of procrastination when she says, If I am four days late in returning this rental car, it will costs me a penalty of 250. So, I'm going to return the car when it is due.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 8The most frequent reason for employee discipline is ________.
A) failure to prepare to-do lists
B) procrastination about preparing reports
C) poor attendance and absenteeism
D) office romances
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