Understanding 'On the Spur of the Moment'

Michael introduces the idiom 'on the spur of the moment', explaining it means doing something without planning. He provides examples, such as Jack's spontaneous trip to Montreal and Ken quitting his job. Michael advises that in business, planning is preferable to acting impulsively. He encourages viewers to share their own experiences of acting on the spur of the moment.

What does the idiom 'on the spur of the moment' mean?

• To do something suddenly without planning

• To plan something carefully

• To act with hesitation

• To follow a strict schedule

Which of the following is an example of acting 'on the spur of the moment'?

• Ken quit his job after careful consideration.

• Jack drove to Montreal without prior planning.

• Ken followed his daily routine as usual.

• Jack planned his trip to Montreal months in advance.

What did Ken do 'on the spur of the moment'?

• He quit his job.

• He bought a new car.

• He started a new business.

• He planned a vacation.

In business, what is generally advised over acting 'on the spur of the moment'?

• Acting without any information

• Ignoring all plans

• Making impulsive decisions

• Carefully planning activities

What does the speaker encourage the audience to do at the end of the video?

• Plan their next vacation

• Ignore the idiom discussed

• Leave a comment about their impulsive actions

• Start a new business