Deck 9: A Life Plan for Effective Human Relations

Question 1

In his late 30s, Jerry quit his lucrative career in engineering to teach middle school science.His teaching salary is one-third less and his work hours are one-third more compared to his engineering work; however, he finds the work fulfilling.Jerry is happy that he finally found the courage to make a career switch that he had been considering for several years.Jerry's career change is an example of

A) religious awakening.
B) right livelihood.
C) natural progression.
D) professional advancement.

Answer 1

B

Question 2

According to the Total Person model, one experiences success when both personal and work-related needs are satisfied.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Which of the following is true about developing a life plan for effective human relations?

A) It generally results in satisfying relations with others at the expense of career advancement.
B) It only works if you are working for a small, progressive company.
C) It can mean career advancement and financial benefits as well as strong, satisfying relationships with others.
D) It takes a long time and the benefits are generally minimal.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

When it comes to a right livelihood,

A) most people cannot adopt it due to family and financial commitments.
B) seeking it is primarily a matter of conscious choice.
C) people who embrace this concept consider money their top priority.
D) those who choose it tend to require high amounts of leisure time.

Question 5

Non-financial resources include things such as

A) a well-earned bonus check.
B) an award for achieving a sales goal.
C) a training seminar related to one's field of work.
D) all of these.

Question 6

Which of the following is not a key guideline for a healthy diet?

A) Maintain a diet that contains no fat and lots of protein.
B) Avoid too much sodium.
C) If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation.
D) Maintain a diet that is balanced and varied.

Question 7

The old model of success required us to be "multi-dimensional" people for whom work is but one dimension.

Question 8

In the opening Chapter 9 vignette, you were introduced to Chad Smith, one of many victims of the U.S.economic recession.By taking part in a federal retraining program, Chad seems to be

A) letting others make career decisions for him.
B) his own career activist and is taking the time to realize a fulfilling new career path.
C) pursuing a livelihood that centers around more leisure time.
D) choosing a right livelihood based on job stability.

Question 9

Malcolm is starting to turn down overtime opportunities, he's developed a personal reading list that he is working through, and he is cutting back from seven-day weeks to five-and-one-half-day weeks.Malcolm is most likely working on what element of a right livelihood?

A) Work as self-expression
B) Education and training
C) Deeper spirituality
D) Developing more leisure time

Question 10

Dave and Becky spend one Saturday per month helping Habitat for Humanity build homes for poor families in their hometown.Their activity most likely directly enhances their

A) disposable income.
B) social standing.
C) spiritual health.
D) intellectual growth.

Question 11

When making important life choices, people who accept the "right livelihood" concept consider the importance of financial stability but place money and security in a secondary position.

Question 12

People who skip vacations

A) are given raises more often.
B) have a higher risk of death from heart disease.
C) typically suffer from mental illness.
D) are more likely to get promoted.

Question 13

Good health can positively impact work life by

A) helping combat stress and tension.
B) providing a higher energy level.
C) preventing loss of work time due to sick days.
D) all of these ways.

Question 14

The New Economy rewards workers for being career activists.To acquire the skills and abilities, you need to

A) develop a strong personal brand by building your strengths and overcoming your weaknesses.
B) learn about as many different topics as you possibly can.
C) develop new working habits that allow you to spend more time in the office.
D) all of these.

Question 15

Recent economic, social, and demographic disturbances have many people overworked or without jobs, depressed and anxious about their future, plagued by self-doubt and pity.Which of the following statements does not adequately put today's challenges into perspective?

A) Typical careers today rarely follow straight upward paths, but rather dart in many directions.
B) Such challenges provide motivation to focus more and work harder on stabilizing or reclaiming one's career and identity.
C) Despite loss, one can still discover success by redefining it in terms of other non-work related dimensions.
D) Challenges offer an opportunity to reexamine one's choices and to make new ones that uncover greater meaning and personal satisfaction.

Question 16

Once you are aware of the need to change a certain habit in your life, you must

A) develop a commitment to change.
B) reward yourself for seeing the need for change.
C) keep the decision to change to yourself in case you are unable to change.
D) become critical of others who still have that habit.

Question 17

Mary has decided she needs to quit smoking for her health and the health of her family.She has spoken with her doctor and has gathered information from the Internet and directly from friends who have quit smoking.What does Mary need to do next?

A) Reward herself in some way as reinforcement
B) Get some feedback from friends and family on her progress
C) Apply the information she has learned and practice the act of quitting smoking
D) Develop a desire to change her habit

Question 18

From early childhood on, many people are taught to equate success with a happy family life.

Question 19

Which of the following examples best demonstrates mature money management?

A) Lina doesn't necessarily track her spending habits, but she does manage to at least break even each month.
B) Tyrese's spending habits are largely influenced by keeping up with the latest trends and conveniences.
C) Donna often borrows when interest rates are low.
D) Diego earns $1,900 a month and begins to curb his discretionary spending when he notices his account balance dip to $4,800.

Question 20

When developing your life plan, it is important to meet the expectations of others-especially those of family, friends, and mentors-in the choices you make.

Question 21

The first step in managing your finances is only spending what you earn.

Question 22

For exercise to be effective, people must be physically active for at least 30 minutes on an everyday basis.

Question 23

____________________ is a conscious choice that places money in a secondary position, and recognizes that work is a vehicle for personal growth.

Question 24

A growing body of research indicates that the American trend toward skipping vacations is hazardous.People who skip vacations have a higher risk of death from heart disease and other serious health problems.

Question 25

Mei feels like it is becoming increasingly difficult to leave the office by 5:30pm and to leave her work behind on the weekends.Mei's trend of lengthening work days and weeks is known as ____________________.

Question 26

Feedback from others can be an important key to changing a habit.

Question 27

What is your definition of spirituality? How is this similar or different from the definition in the book? Are the definitions compatible? Besides involvement in religion, what are some ways to develop healthy spirituality?

Question 28

The traditional success model defined success almost exclusively in terms of ____________________.

Question 29

Helen hands Linda a self-development book and tells her that it will help her break her tendency to procrastinate.Helen's advice is unlikely to help if Linda isn't already motivated to change.

Question 30

Describe the traditional success model.What are the consequences of following this traditional model?

Question 31

Non-financial rewards can often make bigger contributions to a happy and fulfilling life than financial rewards can.

Question 32

Some feel that their ____________________ resources are their real wealth-good physical and mental health, education, and leisure time.

Question 33

Regular exercise and a healthy diet produce greater mental clarity, a higher energy level, and a more youthful appearance.

Question 34

Meditation, prayer, spiritual reading, and time with nature are all ways to achieve healthy spirituality.

Question 35

Individuals whose spending habits are compelled by owning bigger, better, or more up-to-date materials items are driven by the ____________________.

Question 36

In the New Economy, people are most rewarded through education and intellectual growth when they spend years studying a broad array of subjects.

Question 37

To lose weight, choose one or two low-calorie food items to eat for a long period of time.