18 Questions
According to Seligman (2006), an optimist views a difficult situation as:
temporary, external, and specific
What can result from comparing oneself with others?
Stress
Low self-esteem can lead to difficulty in coping with:
Role conflict and role ambiguity
What can provide insight into an individual's ability for successful coping?
Past experience
What can result from unclear expectations of one's performance?
Role ambiguity
What can affect an individual's stress levels?
Personal causes, life events, and outlook on life
What is the primary purpose of delegation in time management?
To assign tasks, determine expected results, and grant authority to individuals
What is the primary goal of job redesign in time management?
To ensure that time is spent wisely and tasks are correctly assigned
What is the recommended frequency for repeating time analysis?
At least twice a year
What is the primary purpose of setting priorities in time management?
To identify and complete tasks that are both urgent and important
What is the recommended approach to daily planning and scheduling?
Prepare a to-do list of tasks to be completed each day
Why is it important to leave some time uncommitted in daily planning and scheduling?
To deal with emergencies and crises that are sure to happen
What is the main reason for grouping similar items within divisions of the work shift?
To minimize routine work
What is essential for managers to be effective?
Being personally well organized and having self-discipline
Why is it important to respect your own time as well as that of others?
To ensure effective time management and minimize waiting time
What should managers consider when deciding how to use their time?
Their personal, staff, and organizational goals
What can result from excessive pressures or demands at work and in personal life?
Stress
What can occur when individuals experience stress?
Burnout, poor job performance, low job satisfaction, and high absenteeism
Learn about effective time management techniques, including time analysis and job redesign, to optimize task assignment and delegation. Discover how to identify and allocate tasks wisely and ensure productive use of time.
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