Case 4.1

Bill is concerned about Tim's self-esteem.Tim's attitudes about himself have begun affecting his work.Tim is just consumed with the fear of failure.He keeps telling himself that he's a failure,there's no use trying,and he can't do any better.Bill says to Tim,"It's good that you know what you can and can't do;that helps you be more realistic about life.You just need to think of these matters in positive terms rather than hating yourself."

Bill manages Tim by telling him that he appreciates his hard work.Bill points out the things Tim does well and regularly explains to Tim that he expects great things of him.After a few weeks,Tim begins to perform more effectively and his fear of failure decreases.Bill further takes Tim "under his wing" and begins to advise him on professional behavior,gives him time to explain ideas and his concerns,and even becomes an advocate for Tim with Bill's boss.
-Refer to Case 4.1.What strategy is Bill referring to when suggesting that Tim has the right idea,and he just needs to adjust it for a positive effect?
A) Increasing self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses
B) Developing an expertise
C) Developing an external locus of control
D) Taking responsibility for his decisions

Question

Case 4.1
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Bill is concerned about Tim's self-esteem.Tim's attitudes about himself have begun affecting his work.Tim is just consumed with the fear of failure.He keeps telling himself that he's a failure,there's no use trying,and he can't do any better.Bill says to Tim,"It's good that you know what you can and can't do;that helps you be more realistic about life.You just need to think of these matters in positive terms rather than hating yourself."
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Bill manages Tim by telling him that he appreciates his hard work.Bill points out the things Tim does well and regularly explains to Tim that he expects great things of him.After a few weeks,Tim begins to perform more effectively and his fear of failure decreases.Bill further takes Tim "under his wing" and begins to advise him on professional behavior,gives him time to explain ideas and his concerns,and even becomes an advocate for Tim with Bill's boss.
-Refer to Case 4.1.What strategy is Bill referring to when suggesting that Tim has the right idea,and he just needs to adjust it for a positive effect?​
A) ​Increasing self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses
B) Developing an expertise​
C) Developing an external locus of control​
D) Taking responsibility for his decisions​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Bill is suggesting that Tim's negative self-talk is based on a realistic assessment of his own abilities, but he needs to reframe those thoughts in a more positive way. This indicates that Bill is focusing on increasing Tim's self-awareness of his strengths and weaknesses, and helping him develop a more positive mindset.

Case 4.1 ​Bill Is Concerned About Tim's Self-Esteem.Tim's Attitudes About Himself Have

Case 4.1 Bill Is Concerned About Tim's Self-Esteem.Tim's Attitudes About Himself Have