​Your Supervisor Criticizes a Project That You Worked Hard to Complete

question 24

Multiple Choice

​Your supervisor criticizes a project that you worked hard to complete and that you believed you did well.What is the most appropriate response?

• A) ​Let him or her know that you find this news upsetting.
• B) ​Tell him or her that he or she gave poor directions when he or she gave you the assignment.
• C) ​Ask for specific examples of what was wrong with your work.
• D) ​Blame coworkers who were absent and increased your workload.

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Definitions:

Looking-Glass Self

A social psychological concept suggesting that a person's self grows out of society's interpersonal interactions and the perceptions of others.

Automatic Egotism

The subconscious tendency to prioritize one's own perspectives or attributes over others’ in various situations.

Self-presentation

The process of controlling how one is perceived by others by carefully managing one's behavior and appearance.

High Self-esteem

The positive evaluation of oneself, reflecting a person's belief in their own worth and capabilities.