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In order to make mentoring relationships work,protégés must:


A) make mentoring a two-way street.
B) avoid reassessing and altering their network.
C) refrain from revealing goals and ambitions.
D) stick to the advice of a single mentor,rather than seeking multiple mentors.

E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

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During the _____ stage of a mentoring relationship,there is continued growth and development for both the mentor and protégé and there is mutual sharing,trust,and learning as the relationship becomes more rewarding for both parties.


A) orientation and initiation
B) cultivation
C) separation
D) redefinition

E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

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What are the different barriers to networking?

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People may find networking difficult when they possess some or all of the following characteristics: 1)Being shy/introverted,lacking in self-esteem or confidence in personal skills and abilities. 2)Difficulty in asking others for help and being or feeling unable to reciprocate the favor immediately. 3)Wanting to reach goals without any special help from others. 4)Concern about sharing sensitive or competitive information.

As a new college graduate,Peter needs to develop contacts to ensure that his goal of having his own consulting company becomes a reality in the future.Which of the following would be helpful to Peter in developing and/or maintaining his network?


A) He must realize that reciprocity is the only important principle for building a successful network.
B) He must avoid analyzing every situation for possibilities.
C) He must keep his ambitions and goals under wraps.
D) He must nurture relationships with individuals in the profession.

E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

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The largest portion of a person's network consists of secondary contacts.

A) True
B) False

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Anne will be more effective at networking if she can reach her goals without any special help from others.

A) True
B) False

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Which of the following is a benefit of mentoring for protégés?


A) Improvement in their leadership and communication skills
B) Developing patience,insight,and understanding
C) Higher personal satisfaction from helping another
D) Increased self-confidence,self-awareness,and growth

E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

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Which of the following can adversely affect a person's ability to network?


A) Concerns about having to pay back the favor
B) Aiming to reach personal goals with help from others
C) Being confident about one's abilities and personal skills
D) Being an extrovert

E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

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_____ peers tend to trust more and share more and even delve into some issues beyond work.


A) Formal
B) Collegial
C) Informational
D) Special

E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

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Successful networking requires a philosophy of expecting information and help from others.

A) True
B) False

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While networking,it is best if Conrad avoids discussing specific expectations until the trust between the parties is built.

A) True
B) False

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Define the characteristics of effective mentors.

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Some of the characteristics of effective...

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Informational interviews can be helpful in finding the right career path.

A) True
B) False

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Since Carl is majoring in accounting,he decided to meet his Mom's friend who works for a prestigious accounting firm to get her advice and perception on careers in the accounting field.Carl is learning about his career opportunities through a(n) :


A) scanning interview.
B) source interview.
C) information interview.
D) clarification interview.

E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

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List the different forms of mentoring that extend beyond traditional organizational,geographical,and functional boundaries.

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The different forms of mentoring include...

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All contacts must be deliberately cultivated because they do not evolve naturally.

A) True
B) False

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The notion that most of us can find a connection to anyone else in the world through six levels of contacts is referred to as the:


A) primary network.
B) select network.
C) secondary network.
D) secured network.

E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

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Mentoring programs is an excellent way to boost the performance and advancement rates of minorities and women,as well as to build confidence and boost morale.

A) True
B) False

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Identify one of the key things to do after a networking meeting.


A) Setting specific networking goals
B) Jotting down a few notes on the back of the person's business card
C) Being visible,not pushy
D) Allotting time in your weekly or monthly planner for networking activities

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Which of the following trends has led to an increased need for mentoring?


A) Tendency of workers to stick to the same company for long
B) Products and services being viewed as the key to sustainable competitive advantage
C) Importance being given to the benefit of the organization as a whole than to individual participants
D) Firms considering their employees as the source of competitive advantage

E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

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