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Business Management Principles
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List and explain three benefits of planning in business.
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Sets clear goals, improves resource allocation, enhances decision-making
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What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
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Intrinsic: driven by internal rewards; Extrinsic: driven by external rewards
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Give two examples of ethical business practices.
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Honest advertising, fair employee treatment
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What does 'there is no one leadership style' mean?
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Effective leadership requires adaptability to situations and followers
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How can leadership and motivation theories be applied to solve workplace problems?
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By analyzing situation factors and selecting appropriate theories to guide actions
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Choose a management style and justify your choice.
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Transformational; it fosters innovation and motivated teams
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Reflect on your learning and personal growth in management skills.
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Improved communication, strategic thinking, and adaptability
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As a manager with disengaged employees, what leadership style would you use?
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Participative (democratic) style to involve employees in decision-making
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Which motivational theory best applies to increasing employee engagement?
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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, addressing unmet needs for growth and esteem
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How would you improve turnover in a team with disengagement issues?
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Enhance recognition, provide development opportunities, and involve employees in goal setting
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Choose two units and explain how their concepts apply to your personal or professional life.
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Leadership (unit 1): applying to team projects; Motivation (unit 2): maintaining self-discipline and goal focus.