Question

Select all that apply
The professional reputation of entry-level business people can be improved relatively quickly
through which of the following? (Choose every correct answer.)
being conscious of strengths and weaknesses
repeating over and over that you are credible
defining one's self as an outsider to corporate culture
offering something of value to the work environmen

Answer 1

Correct answers:
- being conscious of strengths and weaknesses
- offering something of value to the work environment

Why:
- Self-awareness lets entry-level employees play to their strengths, seek help for weaknesses, and behave professionally — all of which quickly build credibility.
- Contributing useful work or ideas demonstrates competence and reliability, which improves reputation fast.

Why the others are incorrect:
- Repeating that you are credible doesn’t convince others — demonstrated performance does.
- Defining yourself as an outsider undermines fit and collegiality, damaging reputation rather than improving it.