Self-orientation is defined as what?

• A. Focusing on one's own interests
• B. Intimacy with stakeholders
• C. Reliability in delivering promises
• D. Credibility

Answer: (A)

Self-orientation means prioritizing your own interests in interactions with others, focusing on personal gain or agendas rather than considering stakeholders’ needs. This mindset shows up when your actions are driven by what benefits you most, even if it hurts relationships or long-term value for others. That’s why focusing on one’s own interests is the best description here. The other terms describe different relational qualities: being intimate with stakeholders is about closeness and rapport, reliability in delivering promises is about consistency, and credibility is about believability and trustworthiness. Self-orientation contrasts with these by signaling selfish motive rather than cooperative or trustworthy behavior.