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Norepinephrine strengthens connectivity in the _______________________ (PFC), aiding focus.
Norepinephrine strengthens connectivity in the _______________________ (PFC), aiding focus.
prefrontal cortex
What is characterized by overwhelming stress and information overload?
What is characterized by overwhelming stress and information overload?
The optimal balance of catecholamines such as dopamine and norepinephrine is essential for the prefrontal cortex (PFC) to function effectively.
The optimal balance of catecholamines such as dopamine and norepinephrine is essential for the prefrontal cortex (PFC) to function effectively.
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What is the term used to describe the peak of the inverted U, often referred to as being 'in the zone'?
What is the term used to describe the peak of the inverted U, often referred to as being 'in the zone'?
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Match the criteria that define the state of flow:
Match the criteria that define the state of flow:
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What happens when individuals are fully engaged and motivated to achieve a task?
What happens when individuals are fully engaged and motivated to achieve a task?
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Too little catecholamine leads to apathy and distraction.
Too little catecholamine leads to apathy and distraction.
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Who delved deeper into the concept of the inverted U?
Who delved deeper into the concept of the inverted U?
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What is the primary focus of Content Theories of motivation?
What is the primary focus of Content Theories of motivation?
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Intrinsic motivation is derived from external factors such as money and recognition.
Intrinsic motivation is derived from external factors such as money and recognition.
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What is the name of the theory that represents a satisfaction-progression process, where individuals progress up a needs hierarchy as a result of the satisfaction of lower-order needs?
What is the name of the theory that represents a satisfaction-progression process, where individuals progress up a needs hierarchy as a result of the satisfaction of lower-order needs?
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According to Alderfer's ERG Theory, the desire for physiological and materialistic wellbeing is categorized as ______________ needs.
According to Alderfer's ERG Theory, the desire for physiological and materialistic wellbeing is categorized as ______________ needs.
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What is the primary focus of Process Theories of motivation?
What is the primary focus of Process Theories of motivation?
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Extrinsic motivation is derived from internal factors such as inherent satisfaction and enjoyment of the job.
Extrinsic motivation is derived from internal factors such as inherent satisfaction and enjoyment of the job.
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What are the three categories of needs in Alderfer's ERG Theory?
What are the three categories of needs in Alderfer's ERG Theory?
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Match the following motivation theories with their descriptions:
Match the following motivation theories with their descriptions:
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What happens when individuals are in a state of flow?
What happens when individuals are in a state of flow?
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Intrinsic motivation is derived from external factors such as money and recognition.
Intrinsic motivation is derived from external factors such as money and recognition.
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The inverted U curve represents the relationship between ______________ and our ability to perform a task.
The inverted U curve represents the relationship between ______________ and our ability to perform a task.
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What is the optimal balance of catecholamines essential for?
What is the optimal balance of catecholamines essential for?
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Match the motivation theories with their descriptions:
Match the motivation theories with their descriptions:
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According to Alderfer's ERG Theory, what are the three categories of needs?
According to Alderfer's ERG Theory, what are the three categories of needs?
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Extrinsic motivation is derived from internal factors such as inherent satisfaction and enjoyment of the job.
Extrinsic motivation is derived from internal factors such as inherent satisfaction and enjoyment of the job.
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What is the primary focus of Process Theories of motivation?
What is the primary focus of Process Theories of motivation?
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Study Notes
Employee Motivation
- Motivation is the psychological process that causes the arousal, direction, and persistence of voluntary actions that are goal-directed.
- Many managers believe that money is the key to motivation, but employees can be motivated by various factors such as:
- Sense of achievement
- Recognition
- Enjoyment of the job
- Promotion opportunities
- Responsibility
- Personal growth
- Motivation depends on a wide variety of variables and is a complex issue involving both intrinsic and extrinsic factors.
Intrinsic and Extrinsic Factors
- Intrinsic factors: inherent satisfaction derived from completing the activity
- Extrinsic factors: instrumental value gained from completing the activity
Content Theories of Motivation
- Focus on identifying internal factors such as instincts, needs, satisfaction, and job characteristics that energize employee motivation
- Examples:
- Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory: individuals progress up a needs hierarchy as a result of the satisfaction of lower-order needs
- Alderfer's ERG Theory: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth needs
Process Theories of Motivation
- Focus on explaining the process by which internal factors and cognitions influence employee motivation
- Examples:
- Yerkes-Dodson Law: the inverted U of performance shows that we need some stress but not too much
The Inverted U
- The relationship between arousal level and our ability to perform a task
- Optimal performance at intermediate arousal level: too much or too little arousal reduces our ability to perform the task well
- The inverted U illustrates the effects of both under-stimulation and excessive pressure on our cognitive performance
Chemical Balance and Flow
- Catecholamines such as dopamine and norepinephrine play crucial roles in brain function
- Optimal balance of these chemicals is essential for the prefrontal cortex to function effectively
- Flow is a state of effortless focus and immersion in an activity, characterized by:
- Clear challenge that captures attention
- Possessing the skills necessary to meet the challenge
- Receiving immediate feedback on performance
- Experiencing a positive feeling from the activity
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Understand the psychological processes that drive employee motivation, including arousal, direction, and persistence of voluntary actions. Learn how managers can foster motivation beyond just monetary rewards.
