Cultural Differences in Organizational Behavior

Which factor could contribute to a worker not feeling inspired to be productive?

Feeling bored and not challenged enough

In the equation S + T = R, what does 'T' represent?

Thinking

What happens if demands are greater than perceived resources?

Employee sends themselves into sickness

What is one way to motivate employees, as stated in the text?

Providing a more exciting job Signup and view all the answers

What does GNS stand for in the context of individual motivation?

Growth Needs Strength Signup and view all the answers

Which theory suggests that people may overestimate the salary of their coworkers?

Equity Theory Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of OB Human Resources Management?

Retaining employees Signup and view all the answers

Which term encompasses the knowledge, skills, and abilities of an organization's employees?

Human Capital Signup and view all the answers

What are the goals of Organizational Behavior (OB)?

Predicting and explaining human behavior in organizations Signup and view all the answers

What is Evidence-Based Management focused on?

Applying principles supported by scientific evidence in organizational practices Signup and view all the answers

What does meaningful work lead to in employees?

Higher work engagement and creativity Signup and view all the answers

What are the four sources of meaningful work mentioned in the text?

Job design, human resource practices, leadership style, culture & values Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about high levels of commitment to a particular form or style of organization?

They can hinder innovation and lead to resistance to cultural change. Signup and view all the answers

How long does it typically take for individuals to form an impression of someone based on physical features?

3 seconds Signup and view all the answers

In the context of perception, what does the Perceptual Defence phenomenon suggest?

Individuals tend to see what they want to see. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Perceiver play in the process of Perception?

Perceiver's experience, needs, and emotions can influence their perception of the target. Signup and view all the answers

According to the Social Identity Theory, how do people form perceptions of themselves?

Based on their characteristics and memberships in social categories. Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of 'Target' relate to the process of Perception?

Perception involves interpretations of targets; ambiguous targets are susceptible to improper interpretation. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Power Distance' refer to according to Hofstede's cultural dimensions?

Acceptance of unequal distribution of power Signup and view all the answers

In a culture with strong Uncertainty Avoidance, what is typically observed?

Conformity and lots of rules Signup and view all the answers

How does Masculinity differ from Femininity in organizational culture?

Emphasis on dominance of men Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Individualism in organizational culture?

Independence and initiative Signup and view all the answers

Which cultural dimension would likely avoid a piece-rate pay system in organizations?

Collectivism Signup and view all the answers

'Subcultures in large firms have different power distances' - What does this imply?

'Power Distance' can vary within different parts of a large firm Signup and view all the answers

What tends to happen when people perceive a problem as a choice between losses?

They make risky decisions Signup and view all the answers

Which type of interdependence is described when someone relies on another person to finish their work before they can proceed?

Sequential interdependence Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for justifying a faulty decision in order to avoid cognitive dissonance?

Rationalization Signup and view all the answers

What motivates decision makers to invest additional resources in a failing course of action?

Escalation of Commitment Signup and view all the answers

What causes problems in the rational decision-making process according to the text?

Reliance on others Signup and view all the answers

What can be challenging for decision makers when they need others to implement their decisions?

Anticipating others' ability and motivation Signup and view all the answers