Test
which of the following is a strengths-based substitute for a SWOT analysis?
SOAR analysis
which of the following statements is false?
a good life for one person is not necessarily a good life for another, the gallup and perma models of well being are almost the same thing: they just use different labels, different people well derive well being from different places to varying degrees, there is a business case for well being
In chapter 5, Greenberg and Maymin (2013) advise you to "predict the future by digging into the past." Yet in chapter 7 they said that you should "preview, don't just review performance." What is this an example of?
a nuance
Those who view their work as a _____ believe they are contributing to a larger, more meaningful purpose
calling
During interviews at Zappos, candidates are asked "How weird are you?" Which tool from Profit from the Positive does this question capture?
don't overlook your cultures quirks
which of the following is(are) counterproductive to negative events/stress? Select all that apply
becoming paralyzed, ruminating
sony has booked employee productivity by teaching its employees how to avoid ____ it has trained its employees on techniques to renew their energy by cultivating habits such as disconnecting from email during certain times of the day, taking daily mid afternoon walks, and going to the gym during work hours.
burnout
what should be the purpose of performance reviews?
energize
According to Gallup, the vast majority of people have "the opportunity to do what they .. every day" in their current job.
false
Research suggests that 60 minutes is the optimal length for meetings.
false
Stregnths-based leaders ignore problems and focus on what's right.
false
Using the lingo or jargon from Profit from the positive will help get your ideas across to others.
false
Visionary is the leadership domain that represents the ones who keep us all focused on what could be.
false
When hiring asking candidates future oriented questions are most effective
false
You should get your boss's permission to implement the tools you have learned in Profit from the positive
false
evidence suggests that exercise is good for your well-being but is not linked to work outcome
false
great leaders have strengths in all the following areas: communication, visionary... and follow through
false
managers should allow employees to have an external locus of control
false
the zeigamik effect is the idea that you should finish what you start in the same sitting
false
tough times can bring out the best in people. This is exemplified by the following examples in Profit from the Positive except for:
first responders
the ____ can measure how well a potential candidate aligns with the job itself and with your company or department
fitness test
which of the following is NOT an explanatory style component
prevalent
which leadership domain is the essential glue that holds a team together?
relationship building
Heather integrated change into her day to day business without fanfare. Her results spoke for themselves and others became curious. She graciously shared what she's learned. What is this an example of?
the backdoor approach
Which of the following is NOT true about leaders according to Rath & Conchie (2008)?
the best leaders are well rounded
Which of the following was NOT a key finding that emerged from Gallup's research on what ..... effective leader
the most effective leaders are well-rounded
What is the purpose of the Five FRESH themes?
to help explain concepts
one way to increase your odds on getting a task done is to set a time and a place to do it. what is this called?
triggering event
Effective leaders surround themselves with the right people and build on each person's strengths
true
FRE (Frequent Recognition and Encouragement) can increase employee productivity.
true
It appears that followers want stability in the moment and hope for the future
true
It is considered a best practice to mute your microphone when you join a virtual meeting
true
Resistance is a promising sign of change.
true
Specific and challenging goals are always more effective than easy and vague goals.
true
While each team member has individual strengths, the most cohesive and successful teams possess all four broader groupings of strengths
true
a drawback of multitasking is lost productivity due to flip-flop costs
true
being productive is a mindset that can be learned
true
fredrickson's broaden-and-build theory states that positive emotions broaden our awareness of the world.
true
how quickly one bounces back from negative events can separate an average leader form a great one
true
part of finding solutions, not fault is to encourage bad news
true
post-traumatic growth is the idea that people can grow from negative events
true
the Me-always-everything framework is useful for cultivating a learning mindset.
true
the higher up the ladder you are, the more your emotions can affect the productivity of the people who report to you
true
the spreading of emotions from one person to another is what psychologists call social contagion
true
which of the following is NOT true about trust?
trust decreases speed and efficiency in the workplace
According to Gallup's research, which of the following is not one of the basic needs of followers?
vision
Which leadership domain helps their team reach a much broader audience
visionary
why are toxic bosses tolerated? select all that apply
we overvalue technical competence, we are afraid to speak up, we underestimate the negative effect
Which of the following is NOT a reason performance reviews are often dreaded
we reduce shortcomings
According to Greenberg & Maymin (2013), which of the following is NOT one of the three main problems with meetings?
we think they're a chore
which productivity drain(s) is(are) usually our own doing? Select all that apply
were overworked, we multitask, we procrastinate
which tool is linked to the idea of disputing?
win debates against yourself
which productivity tool does Everfi's unlimited vacation policy fit with?
work less, accomplish more
What is the best ratio between asking questions and sharing information in a meeting?
1:1
During virtual meetings, how far should you sit from your computer?
2.5-3 feet
What is crowdsourced feedback for a performance review often called?
360-degree feedback
What is the magic ratio?
3:1
who is the father of strengths psychology
Donald Clifton
According to the Flow Model, if you give a task that is challenging to an employee whose skill level is low, he/she can become
anxious
Gallup research has found people who have a supervisor, or someone at work, who cares about them as a person are more likely to stay with their organization, have more engaged customers, be more productive, and be more profitable. This is an example of
compassion
Which of the following is true for strong teams? Select all that apply
conflict doesn't destroy them, they embrace diversity, they prioritize what's best for the organization, they are magnets for talent
people who are aware of their strengths and build self-confidence at a young age may ... that continue to grow over a lifetime. What is this phenomenon called?
cumulative advantage
Which of the following is not one of the Five FRESH themes?
happiness
hours worked equals productivity
no
A(n) _____ mindset builds resilience and boosts performance
optimistic
which of the following is NOT an obstacle to becoming a strength-based leader?
our brains are hardwired to the positive
according to prospect theory, leaders should _____ gains and _____ losses when delivering news.
separate, aggregate
which of the following is NOT an example of traditional time management
setting priorities
which of the following is NOT one of the four techniques to get yourself out of a negative mood?
shake it off
