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What does task crafting primarily involve?
What does task crafting primarily involve?
Which type of crafting focuses on the changes in workplace relationships and communication?
Which type of crafting focuses on the changes in workplace relationships and communication?
What aspect does cognitive crafting emphasize in relation to work?
What aspect does cognitive crafting emphasize in relation to work?
Which term refers to efforts aimed at enhancing well-being through changes in the work environment?
Which term refers to efforts aimed at enhancing well-being through changes in the work environment?
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What does developmental crafting involve?
What does developmental crafting involve?
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Which is an effective method for managing email to achieve 'inbox zero'?
Which is an effective method for managing email to achieve 'inbox zero'?
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What is the main reason people procrastinate, according to Fuschia Sirois & colleagues?
What is the main reason people procrastinate, according to Fuschia Sirois & colleagues?
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Which is NOT a benefit of goal setting?
Which is NOT a benefit of goal setting?
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What should individuals first identify when managing their work-life boundaries?
What should individuals first identify when managing their work-life boundaries?
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Which statement best describes job crafting?
Which statement best describes job crafting?
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What is a recommended strategy for reducing procrastination?
What is a recommended strategy for reducing procrastination?
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Which approach is recommended for managing boundaries effectively?
Which approach is recommended for managing boundaries effectively?
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Which concept is emphasized as part of time management strategies?
Which concept is emphasized as part of time management strategies?
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What characterizes a right vs. wrong ethical dilemma?
What characterizes a right vs. wrong ethical dilemma?
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What is an important aspect of moral courage as defined by Kidder?
What is an important aspect of moral courage as defined by Kidder?
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What does the veil of ignorance concept encourage when making ethical decisions?
What does the veil of ignorance concept encourage when making ethical decisions?
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Which of the following accurately describes a well-written code of ethics?
Which of the following accurately describes a well-written code of ethics?
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Why is employee participation valuable in developing a code of conduct?
Why is employee participation valuable in developing a code of conduct?
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What role does a code of conduct play in a company?
What role does a code of conduct play in a company?
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What represents a right vs. right ethical dilemma?
What represents a right vs. right ethical dilemma?
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How should a code of ethics be structured according to organizational values?
How should a code of ethics be structured according to organizational values?
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What does ethical egoism primarily focus on?
What does ethical egoism primarily focus on?
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Which ethical theory emphasizes the consequences of actions for the greatest number of people?
Which ethical theory emphasizes the consequences of actions for the greatest number of people?
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What is the primary concern of altruism in ethical decision-making?
What is the primary concern of altruism in ethical decision-making?
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Which of the following best describes deontological theories of ethics?
Which of the following best describes deontological theories of ethics?
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What is the goal of virtue-based theories in ethics?
What is the goal of virtue-based theories in ethics?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of deontological theories?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of deontological theories?
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What is the purpose of training and development in virtue-based ethical theories?
What is the purpose of training and development in virtue-based ethical theories?
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Which virtue is NOT typically emphasized in virtue-based ethical theories?
Which virtue is NOT typically emphasized in virtue-based ethical theories?
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What does the term 'ethics' derive from and what does it signify?
What does the term 'ethics' derive from and what does it signify?
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What is a primary responsibility of ethical leaders?
What is a primary responsibility of ethical leaders?
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Which of the following best describes the ethical challenge faced by the trucking company owner?
Which of the following best describes the ethical challenge faced by the trucking company owner?
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What ethical dilemma arises from the information discovered during the interviews?
What ethical dilemma arises from the information discovered during the interviews?
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Which element is NOT considered part of ethical leadership?
Which element is NOT considered part of ethical leadership?
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How should the owner of the trucking company approach the assignment of the new route?
How should the owner of the trucking company approach the assignment of the new route?
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What aspect of ethical leadership is highlighted by the quote regarding power and ethical burdens?
What aspect of ethical leadership is highlighted by the quote regarding power and ethical burdens?
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Which principle should govern the decision-making process within the trucking company?
Which principle should govern the decision-making process within the trucking company?
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Which quality involves treating others as you wish to be treated?
Which quality involves treating others as you wish to be treated?
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What is motivated blindness in the context of ethical decision making?
What is motivated blindness in the context of ethical decision making?
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Which aspect of fairness refers to not blaming others?
Which aspect of fairness refers to not blaming others?
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What does caring involve in terms of ethical behavior?
What does caring involve in terms of ethical behavior?
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What is a key characteristic of responsibility in ethical conduct?
What is a key characteristic of responsibility in ethical conduct?
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Which term describes feeling entitled to disregard rules of decent behavior?
Which term describes feeling entitled to disregard rules of decent behavior?
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What does the principle of citizenship emphasize?
What does the principle of citizenship emphasize?
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Which of the following best defines fairness in ethical behavior?
Which of the following best defines fairness in ethical behavior?
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What is a key recommendation for an effective ethics training program?
What is a key recommendation for an effective ethics training program?
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Which of the following best describes the concept of 'nudges' in decision-making?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'nudges' in decision-making?
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What effect does changing the default choice in decision-making typically have?
What effect does changing the default choice in decision-making typically have?
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When discussing the pricing of a breakthrough drug, which consideration is important?
When discussing the pricing of a breakthrough drug, which consideration is important?
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What role should leadership play in an ethics training program?
What role should leadership play in an ethics training program?
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What challenge might arise from asking policyholders specific questions during the claims process?
What challenge might arise from asking policyholders specific questions during the claims process?
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Why is it beneficial to include outside facilitators in ethics training?
Why is it beneficial to include outside facilitators in ethics training?
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Which method did a company use to encourage honesty among their insurance claimants?
Which method did a company use to encourage honesty among their insurance claimants?
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Study Notes
Career Fair
- Date: Thursday, October 17th, 2024
- Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM PDT
- Location: Montezuma Hall | Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union (San Diego State University)
Managing Yourself (MGT 475)
- Course Code: MGT 475
- Date: October 14, 2024
- Key Concepts: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, time management
Managing Your Time
- Time management method: Any method works.
- Focus: Finding a method that works for you.
- Suggestions: Further discussion will cover suggestions.
Meg Jay Podcast Takeaways
- Topic: Student inquiries about takeaways from the Meg Jay podcast.
Calendar Management (October 2024)
- Specific calendar entries are listed for various dates in October 2024. These include course meeting times, specific activities (e.g., job talks, gym time), and dedicated writing time.
- Detailed information regarding specific events and activities is provided for each time block.
Inbox Zero
- System for managing emails effectively.
- Action: Use inbox as a to-do list.
- Subfolders: Create subfolders to organize emails.
- Reminders: Send emails to yourself as reminders or tasks regarding certain projects/events.
SMART Goal Setting
- Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound.
- Goal Setting Benefits: provides direction, increases motivation and commitment, enhances performance and productivity, promotes accountability.
- Questions to ask to clarify goals: Who, What, When, Where, Why
Procrastination
- Procrastination is NOT laziness.
- Mood Regulation: Procrastination is often about regulating emotions/moods.
- Avoiding Feelings: Procrastination may be a means to avoid certain feelings
- Questions to ask on procrastination include:
- How would you feel falling behind?
- How would a productive person approach this?
- What one action can be taken to complete the task on time?
- What is the next small step?
Managing Boundaries
- Key phrase: "work-life boundaries", not "work-life balance."
- Importance: Boundaries help prevent burnout.
- Types: Time, Physical, Conversational, Mental, Emotional, Material.
- Tips:
- Define personal boundaries.
- Use calendars as boundary enforcers.
- Communicate boundaries to others.
- Stick to your boundaries.
- Minimize interactions with toxic people.
Job Crafting
- Technique: Employees actively shape their careers by aligning their goals with strengths and passions.
- Types:
- Task Crafting: changing the way, type, or amount of work a person does (or changing the timing).
- Relationship Crafting: changes in who a person works with and how they interact with those others.
- Cognitive Crafting: changing the perspective on how one sees and experiences their work.
- Environmental Crafting: changing aspects within the work environment to enhance well-being and performance.
- Developmental Crafting: setting goals to develop more skills or resources to improve well-being and performance.
Depleting/Energizing Aspects of Work
- Depleting Aspects: Identify aspects of current or past jobs that feel unpleasant or draining.
- Energizing Aspects: Identify work aspects that motivate or bring passion to the work.
Upcoming Events
- Wednesday 10/16: Ethics
- Monday 10/21: Managing Crisis
- Wednesday 10/23: Theranos Case Study
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Test your understanding of key concepts from the MGT 475 course, including self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, and time management. This quiz is designed to help you reflect on your personal management skills and prepare for upcoming discussions.
