Organizational activities which are pulled in unintended directions by influential individuals or groups seeking to serve alternative goals is an example of

A suggested strategy in responding to a "Tell me about yourself" statement by an interviewer is to:

a) ask the interviewer to be more specific. b) talk about a weakness you are trying to correct. c) tell why you left your last job. d) discuss the weather or a recent sports event.

Chantal has just started college and is interested in pursuing a career in teaching. Her advisor tells her that she shouldn't have any trouble getting a job when she graduates. Why does her advisor think this?

a. Municipal funding for education is expected to increase 15 percent in the next ten years. b. There is a shortage of teachers in every community. c. Nearly half of the nation's teachers are expected to retire in this decade. d. The student-teacher ratio will decrease to 15 to 1.

Many employers want to hear about your specific accomplishments during your attempt to negotiate.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Which of the following actions is a skill as defined in this textbook?

a. baking a pie b. making a speech c. taking a test d. making a speech and taking a test e. All of the above