WRS

The first thing Barry does when he opens the home improvement store each day is to switch on the lighted "Open" sign. How would Barry most efficiently determine if the problem is with the power company or the sign itself?

Attempt to switch on another device to see if it has power.

Laurette's supervisor asks her to select the best contractor for an upcoming construction job. Laurette narrows the choices down to 4 contractors. What is the process for making her decision?

Evaluate all factors needed and select the most suitable contractor based on the factors.

Hector worked for a renewable energy company, but was recently fired. He did his job better than any of the other workers in his department, but he often refused to help others with their work. Hector did his work well, but never did anything extra. Why was he fired?

Hector does not have a good work ethic

Complying with workplace policies demonstrates:

Integrity

You are working at a graphic design firm. Your team is working on an important project and your team leader asks you to stay late to meet a deadline. Since you normally get off at 5 PM from work, you previously agreed to take a neighbor to an important appointment at 6:30 PM. What should you do?

Make other arrangements for your neighbor and stay to finish the project deadline.

Which of the following best resembles initiative?

Seizing a leadership opportunity

Eli proposed a plan to expand his business while cutting costs. This is an example of

creativity

An employee is at auto repair garage proposes a new, efficient way to safely dispose of used motor oil. This is an example of

creativity and innovation

You have researched the history of a product development and are about to propose providing an additional serve to your customers that should create return business and customer loyalty. This proposal is an example of

creativity and innovation

Carla believes she is more productive when she listens to music at work, but her boss does not allow it. She should

follow company policy

Paul feels the schedule posted at his place of employment is confusing. He creates a new form and presents it to his manager, sharing his thoughts on how it could improve the current schedule. This shows Paul's

initiative

Justice told his boss he would finish the financial report by Friday. Following through on his commitment is an example of which positive workplace trait?

integrity

An example of demonstrating creativity and innovation at work is to

learn to do your job more efficiently

While working as a restaurant cashier, your friends come in to eat dinner. You should

treat them as you would any other customers.

Even though Carla wants to view the updates on her social media accounts, stays on task and waits for her scheduled break. Carla is demonstrating

work ethic.

Creativity and Innovation

•Brainstorming and contributing ideas, strategies, and solutions •Developing and/or improving products, services, or processes •Figuring out what a resource is, if it is available to you, and how you can use it.

Work Ethic

•Demonstrating diligence (e.g., working with persistence to accomplish a task) •Maintaining dependability (e.g., being reliable) •Accounting for one's decisions and actions •Accepting the consequences of decisions and actions.

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

•Recognizing and analyzing problems •Evaluating potential solutions Using logic to make decisions and work towards solution

Integrity

•Recognizing the importance of having integrity in the workplace •Complying with local, state, and federal laws •Adhering to workplace policies and procedures •Exhibiting honesty, fairness, and respect toward self, others, and property. •Adherence to moral and ethical principles

Initiative and Self direction

•Recognizing the importance of proactive, independent decision making •Identifying workplace needs •Completing tasks with minimal direct supervision Applying solutions