Chapter 11

In addition to preparing a detailed job description, you should look for personal characteristics that would make a person a desirable employee.

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Interns are students who will work for little or no pay in order to gain experience in a particular field.

• True

• False

A job offer should clearly state the job description, benefits, and terms of employment.

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The amount of commission an employee earns is calculated by multiplying the amount sold by the commission percentage.

• True

• False

The paycheck for a person earning a wage will vary depending on how many hours are worked or how many units are manufactured.

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In most markets, an employer who offers much less than the going wage or salary is likely to find qualified employees.

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In dismissing an employee, you should meet privately with the employee, explain the reason for the dismissal, and ask him or her to leave the workplace within two weeks.

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Mentoring is a training technique in which one employee teams up with another more-experienced employee to learn a job.

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To manage your staff effectively, you will need to develop good leadership qualities and empower your employees.

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It is the responsibility of the employees to enforce the policies and procedures that allow them to work together as a team.

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• False