cosmetology life skills - test 1

what reasons do beauty professionals study and have a thorough understanding of life skills?

ability to deal with different circumstances

well rounded/developed skills

work with different types of clients

practicing good life skills will lead to a more satisfying and productive beauty and wellness

beauty and wellness is at heart a _____ industry

creative

list what is considered a life skill

organized, sense of humor, and making good friends

to fulfill one’s full potential is to go through the process of _______

self actualization

self esteem is based on ________

inner strength

what are ways to enhance your creativity?

being positive

looking for inspiration

improving vocabulary

why is a mission statement important?

it establishes the purpose and values of an institution

the mission statement often becomes the ________ of an organization

cultural pause

what is a good example of a mission statement?

“i plan to make my business a peaceful and ‘in touch with the environment’ organization”

“i am dedicated to pursuing a successful career with dignity and integrity”

“our partnership will be one that focuses on fair play and honesty in the markets”

________ is the identification of long term and short term goals

goal setting

what is a good example of a long term goal?

to slowly grow the company into broader international waters

why is it important to break up your long term goals into smaller pieces?

so it doesn’t become over whelming

ordering tasks on your to-do list from most important to least important is a form of ________

prioritizing

why should one NOT neglect physical activity?

exercise and recreation stimulate clear thinking

what is important to do when designing your time management system?

to make sure it works for you

to realize the greatest benefits education can provide, beauty professionals should commit themselves to all but which of the following?

flexible goals that are easily changed

why is it important never to stop learning about the beauty and wellness industry?

the beauty and wellness industry never stop changing

how can mnemonics be used as a learning tool to help you with your studies?

short cuts to recall information

define ethics

morals, principles by which we live and work

which qualities should you embody in order to be considered an ethical person?

integrity

what is considered unethical behavior?

concealing info about a product in order to sell it

why is discretion an important part of ethical behavior?

keep clients info confidential

what is the BEST term to explain diplomacy?

tact

why is it important to practice diplomacy in your career in beauty and wellness?

so you can deliver a message in a kind way

an individual’s personality is the sum of their _______

characteristics, attitudes, and behavior traits

Chandra is studying to have a career in beauty and wellness. What should she do to make sure she carries the necessary life skills to be successful?

be helpful and caring for others

have a good sense of humor

be consistent in her work

David is studying for a career in beauty and wellness. Which of the following will David need to achieve self actualization?

a lifelong commitment

Janine’s instructor has told her that she should take steps to build a solid foundation for achieving her goals. Which steps should Janine take?

build her self esteem

visualize her own success

stay true to herself

what would help Marvin the most, a recent graduate about to start his career in beauty and wellness, to build his self esteem?

reading positive affirmations

because we know that Sheila has written down the purpose and values by which she wishes her business to work and function, we know that she has done which of the following?

created a company mission statement

Kendra has just finished her company’s mission statement. What did she make come TRUE?

she made her company’s purpose and values public knowledge

Ingrid has just met with her employees to discuss her goals of achieving 20 percent more in sales of their products in the next month than they achieved in the month before. knowing this, what type of goal did she achieve?

she let her employees know about a short term goal

Angela wishes to branch out and open at least six more locations, one in each of the six surrounding towns, over the next five years. when she shares this with her employees, which of the following has she done?

she let her employees know about her long term goal

Jay is having difficulty managing his beauty and wellness because his personal life requires more flexibility than his business allows. He continually has time conflicts between the two. On which of the following must Jay work to run things more smoothly at work and home?

prioritizing

Narnia is nervous about being a first time student going into a career in beauty and wellness. What should she follow if she wants to increase her chances of success in her studies?

attend all classes

have all materials ready

highlight main/important points

Harvinder has mastered his study habits. He knows that, for the exam tomorrow, he will be able to recall the rules of “attentiveness, creativity, and excellence” by remembering “ACE.” What has Harvinder used in his studies?

acronyms

because Yolanda always adheres to providing skilled and competent service to her clients, to honestly and courteousness, to confidentiality, to keeping up with new techniques, and to giving accurate info about the treatments and products, she offers, she has done what?

adhered to ethical practices

Mohamed has, in all 17 years of running his beauty and wellness business, remained tactful in dealing with different types of clients. He makes it a point to deliver truth, even when critical or difficult, but always does so in the kindest way possible. What has Mohamed been able to maintain over his 17 years of business?

diplomacy

help her build her self esteem by reading positive affirmations that remind her to trust herself

to visualize his success

he did not set any long term goals