Life Skills

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

• day

• year

• month

• week

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

• Equality

• Emotions

• Ethics

• Justice

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

• well developed life skills

• specific career goals

• a fine-tuned smile

• a strong family unit

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

• having good life skills eliminates the need for self-esteem

• well developed life skills will help you deal with difficult circumstances

• practicing good life skills leads to a more satisfying and productive career

• life skills help you keep interactions with clients positive

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

• Always strive to meet your salon manager's definition of success

• Show respect only for those who can help you in your career

• Never practice new behaviors

• Keep your personal life separate from your work

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

• Make effective time management a habit

• Do not schedule free time into your day because free time is a waste of time

• Always work as hard as possible, even if it means neglecting physical activity

• Plan your commitments around your leisure time

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

• having a warm smile

• active listening

• talking softly

• speaking loudly

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

• aggressive

• intelligent

• sensitive

• considerate

It is recommended that you study during blocks of time that would otherwise be wasted, such as while _________.

• getting sufficient rest

• practicing new skills

• listening to your instructor

• waiting in a doctor's office

When we pay attention to our ___________, we can learn how to manage our time efficiently.

• insecurities

• cravings

• inner organizer

• feelings of guilt