Mark Recently Graduated with Honors from His College

question 94

Multiple Choice

Mark recently graduated with honors from his college. He has bragged to his friends that his academic performance has prepared him so well for a successful career that he can forget school or training in his future. In evaluating the future of the workplace, Mark is:

• A) exactly right. His past performance should carry him to success.
• B) completely wrong. Studies show that a college education has little to do with success.
• C) over confident. Global competition means that continuous learning will be needed in the future to adapt to rapid changes.
• D) probably right. Specialized training today is a key to continued success in the future.

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Definitions:

SMART Goals

Stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals, embodying a criterion for setting clear and attainable objectives.

Intrinsic And Extrinsic Rewards

Internal satisfaction and external benefits, respectively, received from engaging in a task or activity.

Employee Assistance And Wellness Programs

Services offered by employers to support the mental, physical, and emotional health of employees, often including counseling and health resources.

Substance Abuse

The harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs.