29 Questions
According to the social cognitive theory, what is the primary basis for individuals making choices?
Appraisal of the situation and personal knowledge
What is the primary outcome of the appraisal process in the context of employee work passion?
Shaping of work passion
What is the key characteristic of human behavior according to the social cognitive theory?
Agentic and self-influential
What is the primary purpose of the Employee Work Passion Appraisal (EWPA) Model?
To explain the cognitive processes of work passion
What is the role of personal characteristics in the appraisal process?
They influence the appraisal of the work environment
What is the key concept that refers to the subjective probability of an individual taking a particular action?
Behavioral intention
In collectivistic countries, what type of motivation is prevalent?
External and imposed motivational outlooks
What is a key difference between individualistic and collectivistic cultures in terms of work environment factors?
Individualistic cultures value autonomy, while collectivistic cultures value workload balance
What is the goal of autonomy support strategies in intervention programs?
To foster a sense of autonomy and harmonious passion
What is the underlying philosophy of the 'Fire in the Office' concept?
This is more than my business; it's who I am
What is a key aspect of work passion, according to the model for the formation of employee work passion?
A passion for the work itself, beyond external motivations
What is the primary goal of autonomy-supportive strategies in promoting employee work passion?
To foster internalization and intrinsic motivation
What is the primary focus of intervention strategies in the model for the formation of employee work passion?
Changing organizational policies, procedures, and management philosophies
According to the Dualistic Model of Passion (DMP), what is the characteristic of harmonious passion?
Investing time and energy into an activity with an autonomous motivation
What is the role of locus of control (LOC) in the model of employee work passion formation?
It is a personal antecedent that affects motivational regulation
What is the primary distinction between individualistic and non-individualistic countries in the context of employee work passion?
No difference in the antecedents and consequences of employee work passion
What is the characteristic of obsessive passion, according to the Dualistic Model of Passion (DMP)?
A controlled motivation towards an activity with a strong sense of importance
What is the outcome of high levels of internal forms of motivation, such as intrinsic and identified motivations, in individualistic countries?
Higher intention to stay and endorse their organizations
According to Identity Control Theory, what is the primary function of the feedback loop in regulating behavior?
To compare inputs from the social environment with internalized standards or behavior
What is the primary difference between Identity Theory and Social Identity Theory?
Identity Theory focuses on societal roles, while Social Identity Theory focuses on social categories
What is the term used to describe the process of viewing ourselves as objects that can be categorized, evaluated, and adopted in relation to other social forces or groups?
Reflexive process
What is the primary motivator of behavior according to the concept of Identity?
Passion
What is the term used to describe the organization of multiple identities within the self-concept?
Identity hierarchy
Which theory suggests that development and evolution of passion can be linked to the evaluations and reactions of others?
Mead's theory
What is the primary objective of aligning employees' motivation and identities with that of the firm through mission and vision statements?
To enhance employee satisfaction and productivity
What can be a potential consequence of overidentification with the job?
Burnout and interpersonal conflict
What is the purpose of formal and informal socialization for new employees?
To enhance familiarity and identification with the firm
What can be a result of increasing identification with the organization and socialization?
Increased passion at work, leading to higher productivity and satisfaction
What is the purpose of encouraging better team work through creating shared team identities?
To promote better team process and performance
Test your understanding of the Employee Work Passion Appraisal (EWPA) Model, a process model that explains how work passion is formed based on social cognitive theory. Learn about the cognitive processes that influence work passion and behavioral intentions. Evaluate your knowledge of this important concept in organizational behavior.
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