Dealing with Difficult Coworkers

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Who is responsible for dealing with problem workplace behavior?

The employee experiencing the problem

The coworker exhibiting the problem behavior

Human Resources

The supervisor of the employee experiencing the problem (correct)

What should you do if a coworker is trying to delegate their work to you?

Say 'no' to their requests (correct)

Confront them about their behavior

Tell your supervisor about the situation

Accept their requests and do their work

How should you handle a disagreeable coworker?

Confront them about their behavior

Report them to your supervisor

Be pleasant when you have to work with them (correct)

Avoid them at all costs

What should you do if someone is bullying you at work?

Report them to your supervisor Signup and view all the answers

How should you handle a coworker who is a gossip or trouble maker?

Be friendly, but act busy Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of a whiner or complainer on the workplace?

They harm morale Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary classification of corporate social responsibilities according to Carroll?

Four distinct categories Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an EXPECTED responsibility of business by society?

Ethical Responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Anti-Sexual Act of 1995 or R.A. 7877?

To declare sexual harassment unlawful Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of sexual harassment in the workplace?

A hostile and unhealthy workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the state according to the Anti-Sexual Act of 1995?

To value the dignity of every individual Signup and view all the answers

In which year was the Anti-Sexual Act enacted in the Philippines?

1995 Signup and view all the answers

What was the view of the ancient Greeks and Romans towards businessmen?

They treated them as inferior to slaves Signup and view all the answers

What was the recommendation of Plato, the Greek philosopher, regarding business activities?

He suggested that business activities be prohibited Signup and view all the answers

During the medieval period, what was the view of the Catholic Church towards the business system?

They did not trust the business system and deemed profit-motive as anti-Christian Signup and view all the answers

What was the view of the elite of society towards businessmen during ancient times?

They condemned them for utilizing their money for profit Signup and view all the answers

What was the view of St. regarding business activities?

He believed that the merchant never or seldom pleases God Signup and view all the answers

Why were businessmen criticized by the upper classes of society during ancient times?

Because they were not utilizing their money for the service to the community Signup and view all the answers

What is an employer not allowed to do to a worker?

Coerce them to join or not to join a trade union Signup and view all the answers

According to the biblical perspective, who is the author of work?

God Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of God's rest on the seventh day in the biblical account?

It sets a pattern for humans to work and rest Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of Christ's Incarnation on human work?

It blesses and sanctifies human work Signup and view all the answers

What is the theological view of work according to St. Thomas Aquinas?

Work is sanctified and blesses the worker Signup and view all the answers

What right do employees have in the workplace?

The right to work in a safe environment Signup and view all the answers

What is a worker's obligation in case of an accident or imminent danger in the workplace?

To provide aid to the affected person without endangering his own safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of an employee reporting for work in a state of intoxication?

The employee will be trespassing employment law Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances can an employer require a medical examination of an employee?

For reasonable cause as specified by law Signup and view all the answers

What is an employer prohibited from doing in relation to an employee's rights?

Impeding an employee in the exercise of their rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis on which discrimination against female workers is prohibited?

Sex Signup and view all the answers

On what grounds is an employer prohibited from discriminating against workers?

On the basis of nationality, sex, religion, political outlook, or any other conditions Signup and view all the answers