Understand workplace expectations and what employers are seeking.
What is the most serious consequence to an employee who fails to follow the business's rules of conduct?
Dismissal
Why are unions a powerful force in business?
They organize workers into a single bargaining unit and increase their bargaining power.
What effect does orderly and systematic behavior have on stress in the workplace?
Reduces stress
Rhonda would like to develop her desirable personal traits so she can be more successful at work. What is the first step she needs to take?
Determine which traits are desirable.
What double-feature buzzed through 2023 by mixing the pink perfection of Barbie with the explosive power of Oppenheimer?
Barbenheimer
What is the most important benefit of effective human relations at work?
Increased cooperation
What aspect of collective bargaining signals the successful end of negotiations?
Management and union leaders have reached a tentative agreement.
At Oh-So-Good Gourmet Cookie Company, Todd is the warehouse manager, Pamela is the lead shipping clerk, David is a part-time shipping clerk, Carrie is the shipping supervisor, and Sharon is the vice president of distribution. Following a vertical chain of command, who is Carrie's direct supervisor?
Todd
How does exploring different kinds of activities help to define your own personality?
It helps you to determine what you prefer.
Which of the continental US states is divided into two non-contiguous parts?
Michigan
Calling in sick only if you are truly sick is an example of what type of behavior that builds positive working relationships?
Carrying your own weight
Which of the following is an advantage to workers of having a union represent them?
Fair treatment of employees
Two salespeople show little interest in their own activities as well as the activities of others. What type of attitude is being exhibited by the salespeople?
Indifferent
What is a potential benefit to an employee who demonstrates initiative on the job?
More advancement opportunities
In which year did Great Britain officially leave the European Union?
2020
Sharing equipment with your coworkers is an example of what type of behavior that builds positive working relationships?
Being cooperative
How do unions benefit businesses?
Unions can help businesses save time by recruiting employees.
Penny finds her daily work tasks to be less mundane now that she understands how they contribute to accomplishing the team's shared vision. Which benefit of a shared vision has helped Penny in this situation?
It provides focus for team members' energy.
Why do many businesses provide opportunities for their employees to continue their education or receive additional training?
To be able to promote from within
Kale’s all the rage in green smoothies, but guess what – it’s just a funky cousin of which crunchy crucifer?
Cabbage
Organizing a charity event with your coworkers is an example of what type of behavior that builds positive working relationships?
Getting to know others on your work team
Give an example of a union pressure strategies
Strikes
Picketing
Boycotts
Corporate campaigns
Which of the following is a skill that coaches need to master to be effective?
Management
Communication
Flexibility
Integrity
Communication
If three employees have the same level of ability and competence, what factor might a business use to decide which one to promote?
Seniority
How many times was Franklin D Roosevelt elected as US President?
4