EST 2025 Flashcards
(29 cards)
What is self-reflection in self-management?
It’s thinking about your actions, decisions, and behaviors to learn and grow personally.
How does self-reflection support growth?
It helps identify strengths, improve weaknesses, and guide future actions.
What does SMART stand for in goal setting?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-based.
Why are SMART goals effective?
They make goals clear, trackable, and realistic, increasing success chances.
What is an example of a SMART goal?
“Study 30 minutes daily for 2 weeks to improve test scores.”
What are personal learning opportunities?
Learning through hobbies, volunteering, travel, or personal experiences.
What are professional learning opportunities?
Courses, training, work experience, or job-specific skill development.
How do learning opportunities relate to career development?
They build skills and knowledge that improve job performance and promotion chances.
What types of diversity exist in workplaces?
Age, ethnicity, physical ability, gender, religion, and culture.
Why is workplace diversity important?
It brings different ideas, improves teamwork, and creates an inclusive culture.
Why must we adjust to diversity?
To work respectfully with others and avoid conflict or discrimination.
How can we adjust to diversity in the workplace?
By being open-minded, respectful, and willing to learn from others.
What are strategies for unexpected events at work?
Stay calm, assess the situation, communicate, adapt, and problem-solve quickly.
Example of an unexpected work event?
A co-worker calls in sick, and you must cover their tasks.
What does taking personal risk in career choices mean?
Making bold decisions like changing jobs or returning to study.
How is re-training a personal risk?
It takes time and money but can lead to better job opportunities.
How do you stay employable in changing workplaces?
By learning new skills, up-skilling, and staying flexible.
What is up-skilling?
Learning new or advanced skills to improve job performance.
What is networking?
Building professional relationships to share knowledge or find job opportunities.
What is e-networking?
Making career connections online (e.g., LinkedIn, emails, forums).
How does social change affect work patterns?
It influences work values, like more flexible hours or mental health focus.
How does cultural change affect work settings?
It encourages inclusive practices and respect for diverse traditions.
How does technology change the workplace?
It introduces remote work, automation, and new communication tools.
How do economic changes affect careers?
They impact job availability, pay, and demand for certain skills.
