Life Skills

Which of the following blocks the creative mind from exploring ideas and discovering solutions to challenges?

• Criticism

• Motivation

• Familial Support

• Enthusiasm

To achieve success, it is important to make a conscious effort to __________ everyone.

• respect

• criticise

• admire

• believe in

All of the following are reasons why cosmetologists should study and have a thorough understanding of life skills except: __________.

• having good life skills eliminates the need for self-esteem

• well developed life skills will help you deal with difficult circumstances

• practising good life skills leads to a more satisfying and productive career

• life skills help you keep interactions with clients positive

______________ or negative thoughts can be counterproductive and work against your ability to succeed.

• Unsure behaviour

• Vigorous exercise

• Self-critical

• Frequent naps

Short-term goals are those goals that can generally be completed within one _____ or less.

• day

• year

• month

• week

An unhealthy compulsion to do things perfectly is called _________.

• punctuality

• procrastination

• professionalism

• perfectionism

Motivation and self-________ skills will help you move to the next level in your career.

• esteem

• centredness

• involvement

• management

The ability to deal with difficult circumstances comes from having _________.

• well developed life skills

• specific career goals

• a fine-tuned smile

• a strong family unit

In order to be diplomatic, you should be assertive rather than __________.

• aggressive

• intelligent

• sensitive

• considerate

Which of the following is one of the Action Steps for Success?

• Always strive to meet your salon manager's definition of success

• Show respect only for those who can help you in your career

• Never practise new behaviours

• Keep your personal life separate from your work