As indicated in the case, name one of the symptoms of stress Amanda was facing?
Burnout, fatigue, irritability, nausea, etc.
100
What percentage of students are procrastinators?
a) 50%
b) 85%
c) 90%
d) 75%.
c) 90%
100
People who procrastinate are never productive.
False.
200
What level of stress leads to the best job performance?
Moderate level of stress
200
Procrastinating results in a gap between _____ and _____.
Intention and Action
200
Eating healthy does make an impact on how you manage stress.
True.
300
Name one of the personality factors predisposing people toward stress?
Type A behaviour, low perceived control, low self-efficacy, and negative affectivity.
300
Which is not a skill that increases personal productivity?
a) Make a to-do list
b) Prioritize your tasks
c) Multitask
d) Improve internet search skills
c) Multitask
300
Hindrance stressors are stressful events and thoughts that do not have a negative impact on motivation and performance.
False.
400
What is the difference between stress and a stressor?
Stress: A response that is the consequence of any action, situation, or event that places special demands on a person.
Stressor: An external or internal force that brings about stress.
400
Explain the “WIFO” Principle.
Worst In, First Out. Tackle your worst task first to get it out of the way; smaller tasks act as a reward.
400
Burnout and work exhaustion are the same thing.
True.
500
Name 3 environmental conditions that can induce job stress.
Crowding, noise, air pollution, ergonomic conditions, carpal tunnel syndrome, commuting, etc.
500
Define Personal Productivity.
A measure of a worker’s output in relation to the resources, including time, that he or she consumes to achieve it.
500
Burnout is a phenomenon that is based on 4 factors.
False, there are 5 factors:
1. A feeling of limited autonomy
2. Receiving insufficient recognition
3. A lack of advancement opportunities
4. Having poor relationships with coworkers
5. Working in an organizational culture that doesn’t match your belief system