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NguyenJ

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Calvin feels like he was meant to do his job. He is energized by the opportunity to help his clients, and sometimes thinks he would be happy to do his work for free. Which of the following best reflects his orientation toward work?
 
  A) Job Orientation
  B) Career Orientation
  C) Calling Orientation
  D) Duty Orientation

Question 2

Edward's motto is a fair day's work for a fair day's pay. Which of the following best reflects his orientation toward work?
 
  A) Job Orientation
  B) Career Orientation
  C) Calling Orientation
  D) Duty Orientation


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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanataion: A) Incorrect. People with a job orientation primarily focus on their work as a transaction. They see their work as a means to make money.
B) Incorrect. People with a career orientation primarily focus on advancement and prestige. They see their work as a way to get ahead and feel important.
C) Correct. People with a calling orientation primarily focus on contribution to some valued cause. They see their work as a way to serve others.
D) Incorrect. Duty is not one of the major work orientations.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Explanataion: A) Correct. People with a job orientation primarily focus on their work as a transaction. They see their work as a means to make money.
B) Incorrect. People with a career orientation primarily focus on advancement and prestige. They see their work as a way to get ahead and feel important.
C) Incorrect. People with a calling orientation primarily focus on contribution to some valued cause. They see their work as a way to serve others.
D) Incorrect. Duty is not one of the major work orientations.



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