Managment+Quiz

=Management Quiz=

 For the most part, managing a successful career is more art than science. But arming yourself with the latest information can help you make better decisions in your professional life. This month's quiz is based on the results of our ongoing national surveys of business and industry executives, and is designed to test your knowledge of current workplace trends. Take our quiz to find out how in tune you are with today's work world. a. They may increase a candidate's chances of being hired b. They can be beneficial, but most miss the mark c. They are OK, as long as the style doesn't detract from the information d. Gimmicks are unprofessional; it's best to use a straight-forward resume
 * 1) Which of the following statements did more than half of marketing executives and one-quarter of advertising executives say most closely resemble their attitude toward unusual or gimmicky resumes (e.g., a resume that comes in a shoe "to get a foot in the door")?

2Which of the following was cited by executives as the greatest challenge for professionals starting a new job in the creative field? a. Learning new business protocols b. Acclimating to the corporate culture c. Adapting to a new manager's style d. Gaining acceptance among current employees a. 4 percent b. 10 percent c. 33 percent d. 50 percent a. Confront the person directly b. Notify the person's manager c. Alert a colleague to the situation d. Do nothing a. 10 percent b. 28 percent c. 57 percent d. 85 percent a. Very positive b. Somewhat positive c. Neither positive nor negative d. Negative a. 35 percent b. 53 percent c. 62 percent d. 85 percent a. Phone interview b. First or second interview c. Third interview or after d. Once the job offer is made a. 15 percent b. 32 percent c. 44 percent d. 65 percent a. Monday b. Tuesday c. Wednesday d. Thursday e. Friday
 * 1) What percentage of advertising and marketing executives said a colleague has tried to make them look bad on the job?
 * 1) Which of the following tactics did seven out of 10 executives say is the best way to handle a colleague who makes you look bad on the job?
 * 1) What percentage of advertising and marketing executives said it is OK for employees to surf non-work related websites during business hours?
 * 1) A majority of advertising and marketing executives said office gossip has what effect on the workplace?
 * 1) What percentage of executives said professional networking websites – like LinkedIn – will prove useful in the search for job candidates in the next three years?
 * 1) At which stage during the hiring process did more than half of executives say they are comfortable with applicants asking about compensation and benefits?
 * 1) What percentage of executives said applicants should use their cover letter to show they've researched the job?
 * 1) What day of the week do executives feel employees are generally most productive?