Move Your Bus Ch 2

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What best describes Joan's approach to her job?

She frequently takes shortcuts to finish her work quickly.

She performs her tasks with passion but lacks attention to detail.

She is inconsistent and often forgets safety procedures.

She methodically follows procedures and completes tasks effectively. (correct)

What is a common trait of Joggers in the workplace?

They frequently arrive late and miss deadlines.

They consistently exceed expectations in all tasks.

They often break rules to achieve success.

They contribute to team efforts but do not push themselves to the limit. (correct)

How does Joan feel about Rufus?

She believes he is less capable than she is.

She respects him but thinks he is showy. (correct)

She dislikes him because he works too hard.

She has no opinion about him at all.

In what way do Joggers meet workplace expectations?

They usually meet basic and some high expectations. Signup and view all the answers

What stereotype about coaches is mentioned in relation to Joggers?

Some coaches may coast in their teaching duties until a game. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic that differentiates Joggers from Runners?

Joggers often seek validation for their work. Signup and view all the answers

In what way do Joggers typically engage with their work compared to Runners?

Joggers focus on completing basic job requirements. Signup and view all the answers

Why might a business leader find it acceptable to have Joggers in their team?

They can perform adequately to meet organizational goals. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common behavior of Joggers during significant events?

They tend to highlight their individual contributions. Signup and view all the answers

How do Joggers typically view their performance in relation to their job?

They are confident about their contributions and seek validation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'egg hatcher' metaphor primarily used to describe?

Workers who annually excel at a single project. Signup and view all the answers

What typically motivates a Jogger in their workplace?

Recognition and validation from others. Signup and view all the answers

How do Runners generally differ from Joggers in terms of workplace dynamics?

Runners tend to focus on collaborative efforts without seeking recognition. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about Joggers is accurate based on their approach to tasks?

Joggers often lack confidence in their abilities. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the long-term contributions of Joggers?

They may fall short of desired performance due to limited ambition. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Joggers

Joggers are steady and dependable employees who consistently meet basic expectations.
They are punctual, conscientious and follow rules.
They occasionally rise to meet high expectations but rarely exceed them.
Joggers are content doing what is expected of them and might feel they are doing their best.
They are not lazy, but may lack confidence, or focus their energy on tasks they are most skilled at.
Joggers value work-life balance.
Joggers might lack drive to go beyond their job descriptions.
Joggers generally seek validation and recognition for their efforts, often taking on one large project each year to showcase their capabilities.

Runners

Runners are high performers who consistently go above and beyond expectations.
They are driven, motivated and often excel at their jobs.
Runners are less concerned with recognition and are not driven by external validation.
They contribute to the organization because they want to make it better.

Other Key Points

Joggers see themselves as Runners but often fall short of that expectation.
There is a possibility that Joggers may resent Runners because they receive recognition without seeming to try.
Joggers can be valuable assets to an organization as they can provide support to Runners.
There are strategies to help Joggers accelerate their performance and become more impactful.

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Description

This quiz explores the characteristics of two employee types: Joggers and Runners. It delves into their work habits, motivations, and how they contribute to their organizations. Test your knowledge on the traits that define these categories and what they mean for workplace dynamics.