SNCO DLC (Self Awareness) exam with 100% correct answers (latest update)

SMSgt John calls TSgt Crews into her office and says, "I notice you like to do things by the book...so I'm assigning you a significant tasker. You'll need to re-accomplish this operating instruction. It's going to require you to be very precise, so I'm going to provide you plenty of time." TSgt Crews' behavioral tendencies are MOSTLY aligned with the ___________ dimension. d. conscientiousness The conscientiousness dimension emphasis is on working conscientiously within existing circumstances to ensure quality and accuracy. This includes adhering to key directives and standards (you like to do things by the book), delegating important tasks (so I'm assigning you a significant tasker), values of quality and accuracy (require you to be very precise), and giving them time to plan carefully (I'm going to provide you plenty of time). SMSgt Conley explains to his team, "MSgt Duke was put in the program manager position because he performs in a stable and reliable manner. Although he likes to socialize a lot, he has a lot of perseverance and dependability which will fit well with the job. Because SMSgt Conley __________ of PPS, his actions will MOST likely _________ the mission. c. understands the steadiness dimension; enhance The steadiness dimension emphasis is on cooperating with others within existing circumstances to carry out the task. This includes being consistent (stable), predictable (reliable), patience (perseverance), and loyalty (dependability). Although the influence dimension includes contacting people (socializing a lot), there's more evidence of the steadiness dimension in the scenario and the position calls for steadiness. Understanding this will enhance the mission. SMSgt Wilson calls TSgt Tilley into his office and says, "I have a tasker that requires you to communicate with every individual in the unit. We need to show the positive impact of these new procedures. You might have to tutor and advise some of our new folks on the new process and I know you like that kind of stuff, so I'm going to give you this one." TSgt Tilley's behavioral tendencies are MOSTLY aligned with the ___________ dimension. b. influence The influence dimension emphasis is on shaping the environment by influencing or persuading others. This includes contacting people (communicate with every individual in the unit), making a favorable impression (show a positive impact), and coaching and counseling (tutor and advise). SMSgt Todd remembers her PPS lesson in the SNCOA distance learning course. She calls TSgt Smith into her office and says, "I noticed you are the type of person that likes to move fast on stuff at work. I have a project that requires you to take the lead and give me a hurried turnaround on it. It may also require you to manage some of the concerns of others. Smith replies, "I do like to be in charge of things...when can I start?" The next day, Todd notices Smith directing several aspects of the project without any supervision. SMSgt Todd's actions BEST illustrate her understanding that TSgt Smith is mostly in the______ dimension of PPS. a. dominance The dominance dimension emphasis is on shaping the environment by overcoming opposition to accomplish results. This includes getting immediate results (move fast), authority (take the lead), quick decisions (hurried turnaround), and power (be in charge). Although there is one aspect of steadiness (manage some of the concerns of others), there's more evidence of the dominance dimension in the scenario. SMSgt White explains to his team, "MSgt Foy was hired for the Superintendent, Inspector General, because of his keen focus on specifics. He has a knack for excellence and correctness which is what the position calls for. He likes making a favorable impression, so he's the logical choice." Because SMSgt White __________ of PPS, his actions will MOST likely _________ the mission. a. understands the conscientiousness dimension; enhance The conscientiousness dimension emphasis is on working conscientiously within existing circumstances to ensure quality and accuracy. This includes concentrating on key details (keen focus on specifics), and values of quality and accuracy (knack for excellence and correctness). Since MSgt Foy's tendencies include more than one aspect of the conscientiousness dimension and is what the position calls for, his actions will most likely enhance the mission. Dominance A dimension of PPS that focuses on shaping the environment by overcoming opposition to accomplish results. Influence A dimension of PPS that focuses on shaping the environment by influencing or persuading others. Steadiness A dimension of PPS that focuses on cooperating with others within existing circumstances to carry out the task. Conscientiousness A dimension of PPS that focuses on working conscientiously within existing circumstances to ensure quality and accuracy. The Adaption-Innovation Theory, developed by Dr. Michael J. Kirton, is founded on the assumption that all people solve problems and are creative. His theory suggests that problem solving and creativity are both outcomes of the same brain function...think of creativity as a component of problem solving. Since thinking involves problem solving (which includes creativity), everyone has the ability to solve problems creatively...just not in the same way. Creativity as it relates to AI Theory, involves problem solving, decisionmaking, and ideas for change. When accomplishing these actions, everyone 'creates' ideas/solutions; therefore, everyone is creative. Cognitive level (or 'level') is a measure of your cognitive capacity. Or, put another way, it's a measurement (high/low) of how much knowledge you have about a particular topic. This 'level' of knowledge could be attained in many different ways...education/ training, experience gained in positions you've held (NCOIC, supervisor, etc.), or just plain natural talent. The key thing to remember about cognitive level is that it's about how much you know. Cognitive style preference (or 'style') refers to your preferred manner of solving problems, making decisions, and bringing about change. It represents the approach you use to think...the way you perceive and process information. The key thing to remember about cognitive style is that it's about the way you think...the manner in which you exercise creativity. An adaptive style represents a method/preference of problem solving that's more structured and methodical. Creativity is exercised 'inside the box'. Someone that prefers this style usually comes up with ideas by modifying the current organizational paradigm... not "throwing the baby out with the bath water". An innovative style represents a method/preference of problem solving that's less concerned with structure and details. Creativity is exercised 'outside the box'. Someone that prefers this style usually breaks (or goes against) the current organizational paradigm when coming up with ideas. Problem A is the actual problem that a team has come together to solve. Problem B encompasses issues (other than the actual problem itself) that arise as a result of human interactions and diversity. These issues, or 'team problems', can include team dynamics, interpersonal relationships, communication, etc. More Adaptive Style..."Seek To Do Things Better" More adaptive individuals can be described as: •• Precise •• Reliable •• Efficient ••Disciplined