What Should Be the Most Important Internal or External Factor

question 11

Multiple Choice

What should be the most important internal or external factor influencing training and development programs in organizations?

• A) demographics
• B) the competitive nature of the industry
• C) corporate strategy
• D) leadership and managerial characteristics

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Definitions:

Stress Management

Techniques and practices aimed at controlling a person's levels of stress, especially chronic stress, for the purpose of improving everyday functioning.

Relaxation Training

A therapeutic technique aimed at teaching individuals methods to reduce stress, anxiety, and tension through practices like deep breathing, meditation, or progressive muscle relaxation.

Psychological

Pertaining to the mind or mental processes, often relating to behavior, emotions, and thought processes.

Hormonal Stress Responses

The activation of the body's endocrine system in response to stress, resulting in the release of hormones like cortisol and adrenaline.