Joe Is an Overachieving Sales Manager Who Puts a Lot

question 48

Multiple Choice

Joe is an overachieving sales manager who puts a lot of pressure on his employees. When his sales team doesn't perform up to his expectations, he often confronts them, criticizing their performance and threatening to fire them. He accuses them of trying to make him appear incompetent to his boss. Which component of Joe's personality most increases his risk for cardiovascular disease?

• A) Hostility
• B) Competitiveness
• C) Poor communication
• D) Compulsiveness

Identify the principal clusters of competencies necessary for success in HRM.

Recognize the ethical foundations and importance of privacy and due process in HR practices.

Understand ethical standards in HRM practices.

Recognize the importance of rights in the workplace, such as freedom of conscience, speech, and privacy.

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