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What was Manny's boss concerned about after Manny's meeting with Jason?
What was Manny's boss concerned about after Manny's meeting with Jason?
- The suggestions Manny made to Jason that were not in line with the company's policies (correct)
- Manny's lack of expertise in coaching new employees
- Manny's impulsive nature affecting his work performance
- Manny's intentions behind offering coaching tips to Jason
Why did Manny take Jason out for a drink?
Why did Manny take Jason out for a drink?
- To gossip about their colleagues
- To try to impress his boss
- To get to know Jason better personally
- To offer friendly advice and coaching tips (correct)
What was Manny's boss's main concern about Manny's behavior?
What was Manny's boss's main concern about Manny's behavior?
- Manny's reluctance to take initiative
- Manny's tendency to act before thinking (correct)
- Manny's inability to get along with his clients
- Manny's lack of creativity in his work
What did Manny's boss suggest he should do in the future?
What did Manny's boss suggest he should do in the future?
What can be inferred about Manny's impulsivity?
What can be inferred about Manny's impulsivity?
What is the primary reason for Manny's impulsive behavior?
What is the primary reason for Manny's impulsive behavior?
What is the underlying cause of impulsiveness, according to the text?
What is the underlying cause of impulsiveness, according to the text?
How can one overcome impulsiveness?
How can one overcome impulsiveness?
What is the result of not overcoming impulsiveness, according to Warren Buffett?
What is the result of not overcoming impulsiveness, according to Warren Buffett?
What is the benefit of overcoming impulsiveness, according to the text?
What is the benefit of overcoming impulsiveness, according to the text?
Manny's impulsive behavior was caused by a desire to hurt others.
Manny's impulsive behavior was caused by a desire to hurt others.
Impulsiveness is a result of overwhelming anger.
Impulsiveness is a result of overwhelming anger.
The buildup of tension and angst from holding back can contribute to impulsive behavior.
The buildup of tension and angst from holding back can contribute to impulsive behavior.
Having patience with others is the most important thing to do to overcome impulsiveness.
Having patience with others is the most important thing to do to overcome impulsiveness.
It takes five minutes to build a reputation and twenty years to ruin it.
It takes five minutes to build a reputation and twenty years to ruin it.
Study Notes
Understanding Impulsiveness
- Manny, a smart and talented account manager, had a tendency to act before thinking, which often led to trouble.
- Despite good intentions, Manny's impulsive behavior caused problems, such as offering questionable advice to a colleague, Jason.
Causes of Impulsiveness
- Impulsiveness can stem from a benign form of impatience, driven by a desire to react rather than considering consequences.
- It can also be caused by the feeling that unless you act now, you will forget to do it later, leading to a buildup of tension and angst.
- Impulsive behavior may be shaped by upbringing, such as growing up in a family that lacked boundaries or feeling pressured to fit in.
Overcoming Impulsiveness
- The most important step is to be aware of your triggers and identify the times when you feel like reacting impulsively.
- Practice patience and step back from immediate reactions to achieve more and improve your image and reputation.
- Not giving in to the urge to respond immediately can lead to being seen as trustworthy and respected.
Quotes on Impulsiveness
- "Everything comes gradually and at its appointed hour." — Ovid
- "Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself." — Saint Francis de Sales
- "It takes twenty years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you'll do things differently." — Warren Buffett
Understanding Impulsiveness
- Manny, a smart and talented account manager, had a tendency to act before thinking, which often led to trouble.
- Despite good intentions, Manny's impulsive behavior caused problems, such as offering questionable advice to a colleague, Jason.
Causes of Impulsiveness
- Impulsiveness can stem from a benign form of impatience, driven by a desire to react rather than considering consequences.
- It can also be caused by the feeling that unless you act now, you will forget to do it later, leading to a buildup of tension and angst.
- Impulsive behavior may be shaped by upbringing, such as growing up in a family that lacked boundaries or feeling pressured to fit in.
Overcoming Impulsiveness
- The most important step is to be aware of your triggers and identify the times when you feel like reacting impulsively.
- Practice patience and step back from immediate reactions to achieve more and improve your image and reputation.
- Not giving in to the urge to respond immediately can lead to being seen as trustworthy and respected.
Quotes on Impulsiveness
- "Everything comes gradually and at its appointed hour." — Ovid
- "Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself." — Saint Francis de Sales
- "It takes twenty years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you'll do things differently." — Warren Buffett
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Read about Manny, a talented account manager who loves his work, but has a tendency to act before thinking. This quiz is about Manny's story and decision making.
