Unit 6
Define Emotional Intelligence
The ability to recognize and manage emotions
Define Synergy?
The idea that a team's output is greater than the sum of individual efforts.
Define Face Saving?
Protecting one's self-image during conflict.
What is the difference between Income and Expense?
Income is money earned, while expenses is money spent.
Which parliamentary rule ensures that all members have an equal chance to speak?
A) Limiting debate
B) Suspending the rules
C) Equal rights for all members
D) Requiring a second for motions
C) Equal rights for all members
Specialized knowledge about a task or job
Groupthink is when a group values unanimity over critical thinking, while Cohesiveness is the bond and connection among team members.
What is the difference between compromise and competition
Compromise is a conflict resolution style that balances cooperation and assertiveness, while Competition is a conflict style that prioritizes individual goals over collaboration.
What are the Parliamentary Procedures
1) Motion
2) Extend Debate
3) Adjourn
4) Point of Order
Which of the following is an example of emotional intelligence?
A) Managing time effectively to relate yourself and others and achieve goals
B) Understanding how others feel and responding appropriately
C) Developing long-term business strategies
D) Assigning roles based on technical skills
B) Understanding how others feel and responding appropriately
What are the 4 steps of Problem Solving
1) defining the problem
2) identifying possible solutions
3) evaluating those solutions
4) implementing the best one
What are the three R’s
1) Require Results
2) Review Results
3) Reward Results
Define Fractionation and give an example.
Breaking down a large issue into smaller parts.
Examples: Making committees, tackle the easy part of the issue first, etc.
What is the difference between deficit and surplus?
Deficit is owing more than what is earned, while Surplus is earning or having excess funds.
A student government is evaluating two catering options for an event. Why is cost-benefit analysis important?
A) To spend the most money for the highest quality
B) To maximize value while minimizing cost
C) To select the cheapest vendor regardless of quality
D) To ensure vendors get the best deals
B) To maximize value while minimizing cost
Define Administrative skills and give examples
Administrative Skills are qualities needed to manage an organization
Possible examples are communication, time management, problem solving, adaptability, etc.
Define Norms and give examples of different norms
Norms are rules of behavior established by a group.
Possible examples are coming to meetings fully prepared, keeping good communication, encouraging diverse ideas, etc.
What is the difference between Content Dimension and Relationship Dimension?
Content Dimension is the objective and observable aspects of a conflict (the message of the content), while Relationship Dimension is the perceptions of participant's connection to one another (attitudes, feelings, etc.)
Define Limit or Extend limits of Debate. Give 1 example of it.
to change limitations on number or length of speeches, after rules have been previously adopted. For example, on 2-minute discussion times.
When a group prioritizes agreement over critical discussion, it is engaging in what?
A) Groupthink
B) Cohesiveness
C) Synergy
D) Standard of Excellence
A) Groupthink
What is the difference between Interpersonal Skills and Conceptual Skills
Conceptual Skills is working with ideas and cognitive aspects of leadership, while Interpersonal Skills is abilities that help a leader work effectively with others.
What is the difference between Standards of Excellence and Constructive Climate?
Standards of Excellence are the Expectations for performance and conduct, while Constructive Climate is a work environment that encourages positive interaction.
What are the 4 principles of the Fisher and Ury’s Method of Principled Negotiation. Bonus points if you give 2 examples minimum for any of the principles, on how to use it.
1) Separate people from the problem. (examples: avoid blaming the other person, think of others by listening to the other side, appeal to the other party, etc.)
2) Focus on Interest. (examples: focus clearly on your interest, explain your interests clearly, etc.)
3) Invent options for mutual gain. (examples: Identify the decision makers and give them proposal, make neutral proposals, etc.)
4) Insist on using objective criteria upon which to base agreement. (examples: Ask reasoning behind other party’s suggestions, don’t yield to pressure, etc.)
Write your practice scenario of any of the parliamentary procedures being used (Point of Order, Motion, Adjourn, and Limit or extend limits of debate) Make sure to include the type of procedure you are using.
1) Which of the following statements about fundraising is true?
A) Fundraisers only benefit student government members
B) The purpose of fundraising is to generate money for an organization or cause
C) Organizations should raise as much money as possible, regardless of need
D) Fundraisers must always be school-sponsored events
2) Which leadership skill involves organizing and structuring a team's work?
A) Technical
B) Conceptual
C) Interpersonal
D) Administrative
1) B) The purposes of fundraising is to generate money for an organization or cause
2) D) Administrative