Life Skills

Question 1

Short term goals are those goals that can generally be completed within one ________ or less.

Answer 1

year

Question 2

Which of these terms refers to the moral principles by which we live and work?

a. equality
b. emotions
c. ethics
d. justice

Answer 2

c. ethics

Question 3

The ability to deal with difficult circumstances comes from having _________.

Answer 3

well developed life skills

Question 4

All of the following are reasons why cosmetologists should study and have a thorough understanding of life skills except _________.

a. having good life skills eliminates the need for self-esteem
b. well-developed life skills will help you deal with more difficult circumstances
c. practicing good life skills leads to a more satisfying and productive career
d. life skills can help you keep interactions with clients positive

Answer 4

a. having good life skills eliminates the need for self-esteem

Question 5

Which of the following is one of the Action Steps for Success?

a. always strive to meet your salon manager’s definition of success
b. show respect only for those who can help you in your career
c. never practice new behaviors
d. keep your personal life and your work separate

Answer 5

d. keep your personal life and your work separate

Question 6

Which of the following is one of the recommended strategies for effectively managing your time?

a. make effective time management a habit
b. do not schedule free time into your day because free time is a waste of time
c. always work as hard as possible, even if it means neglecting physical activity
d. plan your commitments around your leisure time

Answer 6

a. make effective time management a habit

Question 7

Effective communication is improved through practicing nonverbal and verbal skills, as well as __________.

Answer 7

active listening

Question 8

In order to be diplomatic, you should be assertive rather than _________.

Answer 8

aggressive

Question 9

It is reccomended that you study during blocks of time that would otherwise be getting wasted, such as while ________.

Answer 9

waiting in a doctors office

Question 10

When we pay attention to our ________, we can learn how to manage our time effciently.

Answer 10

inner organizer

Question 11

Self esteem is based on inner strength and begins with trusting your ability to ________.

Answer 11

achieve set goals

Question 12

An unhealthy compulsion to do things perfectly is called ________.

Answer 12

perfectionism

Question 13

The conscious act of planning your life, instead of just letting things happen is discribed as having _________.

Answer 13

a game plan

Question 14

_________ or negative thoughts can be counterproductive and work against your ability to succeed.

Answer 14

self critical

Question 15

Putting off until tomorrow what you can do today is called ________.

Answer 15

procrastination

Question 16

To achieve success, it is important to make a conscious effort to _________ everyone.

Answer 16

respect

Question 17

Three bad habits that can keep you from maintaining peak performance include not having a game plan, seeking perfectionism, and _________.

Answer 17

procrastinating

Question 18

One Action Step for Success suggests that you practice doing whatever helps you maintain _________.

Answer 18

a positive self image

Question 19

Procrastination may be a symptom of ________.

Answer 19

taking on too much at one time

Question 20

__________ involves fulfilling one’s self potential.

Answer 20

self actualization

Question 21

Which of the following blocks the creative mind from exploring ideas and discovering solutions for challenges?

a. criticism
b. motivation
c. familial support
d. enthusiasm

Answer 21

a. criticism

Question 22

How long should your personal mission statement be?

Answer 22

one or two sentences

Question 23

When setting feasible goals, it is important to ________.

Answer 23

create a plan and revisit it often

Question 24

When you ensure your behavior and actions are aligned with your values, you maintain your _________.

Answer 24

integrity

Question 25

Motivation and self _______ skills will help you move to the next level in your career.

Answer 25

management