In a typical work setting, business executives:

Interpersonal Relationships

• Have a high level of interaction with staff and the public.
• Communicate by phone, e-mail, letters, memos, and in person on a daily basis.
• Regularly work as a part of team.
• Occasionally speak in front of large groups.
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• Are extremely responsible for the outcome of work done by their staff.
• Are greatly responsible for the health and safety of others.
• Are frequently placed in conflict situations in which they must deal with angry or rude individuals.

Physical Work Conditions

• Mostly work indoors.

Work Performance

• Must be sure that all the details of the job are performed.
• Must be very exact in their work. If mistakes are made the consequences would be serious.
• Make decisions on a daily basis that strongly impact clients, employees, and their company's performance and reputation.
• Make nearly all their decisions without consulting others.
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• Set their daily tasks and goals independently.
• Work in a stressful and competitive environment in which daily deadlines must be met.
• Often repeat the same mental or physical tasks.

Hours/Travel

• Usually work long hours, including evenings and weekends.
• May have flexible schedules.
• Travel frequently to monitor operations. They may travel nationally or internationally, depending on the size of the company.