COPY: Time Management Principles and Effectiveness

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What is one of the key tactics in negotiating concessions?

  • Interrupt the opposing negotiator
  • Avoid making any proposals
  • Put yourself in the shoes of the other person (correct)
  • Document and sign agreements

Which management attitude focuses on prioritizing relationships over business outcomes?

  • I WIN - YOU LOSE
  • I WIN - YOU WIN
  • I LOSE - YOU LOSE
  • I LOSE - YOU WIN (correct)

Which personality style in negotiation is characterized by impatience and a lack of attention to details?

  • Promoter (correct)
  • Analytical
  • Controller
  • Sustainer

What is the first phase of an effective presentation?

<p>Preparation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To effectively communicate, which of the following is NOT required?

<p>Provide extensive details (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tactic is suggested for dealing with deadlocks in negotiation?

<p>Change the negotiator (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of learner is primarily visual?

<p>Visual (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided to ensure a better negotiation outcome?

<p>Make unilateral concessions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to achieve efficient productivity?

<p>Adapting plans as needed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During negotiations, what is the purpose of effective communication?

<p>To listen actively and convey ideas clearly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum acceptable point in negotiations?

<p>The limit point to which one is willing to negotiate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT influence negotiation?

<p>The knowledge of negotiators (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tactic involves reaching partial agreements during negotiations?

<p>Small steps approach (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is taking notes important during negotiations?

<p>It helps maintain control of important details (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a key element of the negotiation process?

<p>Initiating conflict (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What phase is considered the most important in the negotiation process?

<p>Preparation phase (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of communication is attributed to non-verbal language?

<p>55% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which strategy is NOT recommended to maintain audience engagement during a presentation?

<p>Speaking very fast (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to enhance your presentation according to the 3 Vs rule?

<p>Ensure strong non-verbal language (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which practice is essential for good communication during presentations?

<p>Managing silence effectively (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended to improve your image as a speaker?

<p>Smile while presenting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid doing if you want to be an effective communicator?

<p>Repeating filler words (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of an effective elevator pitch?

<p>Maintain enthusiasm (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In order to convey your ideas effectively, it is important to:

<p>Adapt to the available time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of time emphasizes that it cannot be altered or stretched?

<p>Inelastic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of Acosta's Laws related to task management?

<p>Frequent disruptions make tasks take longer. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes prioritizing important tasks before they become urgent?

<p>Focus on Important Non-Urgent Tasks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when time is described as 'irreplaceable'?

<p>Lost time cannot be recovered or exchanged. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of time management, what does effectiveness refer to?

<p>Achieving the expected results with proper prioritization. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a misconception about time spent on tasks?

<p>More time guarantees better task outcomes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended approach for managing long tasks according to Acosta's Laws?

<p>Plan deliberately and break them down into shorter tasks. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In time management, which of the following is essential to creating effective plans?

<p>Setting specific and measurable objectives. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concept of the Zeigarnik Effect?

<p>Unfinished tasks can motivate completion and may cause procrastination. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which time management mode focuses on goal orientation?

<p>Compass mode (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining characteristic of the Pomodoro technique?

<p>It consists of 25 minutes of concentrated work followed by a 5-minute break. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should to-do lists be avoided according to the content?

<p>They don’t define priorities and lack a completion date. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with tasks that are both urgent and important?

<p>They should be done immediately. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the recommended tips for overcoming procrastination?

<p>Prioritize using tools like the Eisenhower Matrix. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the urgency vs. importance principle, what should be the focus of task planning?

<p>Tasks that are both urgent and important. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is time blocking primarily used for?

<p>To plan important tasks first and schedule them accordingly. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of efficiency in the context provided?

<p>Achieving the expected result using the minimum possible resources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered an internal time thief?

<p>Procrastination (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Parkinson’s Law, how should one manage their time to ensure efficiency?

<p>Set deadlines and commit to them (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What strategy can help reduce time wastage according to the content?

<p>Eliminate redundant steps in workflows (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which law emphasizes the importance of preparedness for unforeseen events?

<p>Murphy’s Law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Sandra considered effective but not efficient in her studying approach?

<p>She spends an excessive amount of time preparing for a single exam (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key takeaway from Pareto’s Law in time management?

<p>80% of results come from 20% of efforts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What element is crucial for effective time management as per the content discussed?

<p>Identifying personal productivity thresholds and respecting them (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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