Fostering Innovation
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Which of the following is a characteristic associated with creative thinking skills?

  • Internal locus of control
  • Risk talking
  • Intelligence
  • Tolerance for ambiguity (correct)

What is the primary focus of design thinking?

  • User-centric approach
  • Iterative process
  • Collaborative problem-solving
  • All of the above (correct)

What does change in an organization's structure refer to?

  • Adding robotics
  • Implementing social media tools
  • Changing job design
  • Modifying authority relationships (correct)

What are the external forces that create the need for change?

<p>Economic factors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is involved in turning creativity into innovation?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which internal force can create a need for change?

<p>Origination of workforce composition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can a manager foster innovation?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the metaphor used to describe organizational change as a small raft navigating a raging river?

<p>White water rapids (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the reasons why change fails?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics associated with creative individuals who display dynamic leadership?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an organisational development (OD) effort?

<p>Survey feedback (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the adverse reaction people have when excessive pressure is placed on them from extraordinary demands, constraints or opportunities?

<p>Stress (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a behavioural symptom of stress?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a category of stressors in an organization?

<p>Organizational demands (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which personality type is characterized by a chronic sense of urgency, an excessive competitive drive, and difficulty enjoying leisure time?

<p>Personality Type A (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can stress be reduced in the workplace?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an employee assistance program (EAP) used for?

<p>Providing counseling and support (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an organisational stressor related to role demands?

<p>Role ambiguity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of process consultation in organisational development?

<p>Assessing organisational processes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of team building in organisational development?

<p>Making work groups more cohesive (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key factor in encouraging innovation in an organization?

<p>Promoting training and development (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between creativity and innovation?

<p>Innovation is a subset of creativity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for an organization to accept ambiguity?

<p>They encourage silly questions and ideas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of idea champions in an organization?

<p>To implement new ideas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a way to encourage innovation in an organization?

<p>Focusing on means rather than ends (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does an organization's culture affect innovation?

<p>It encourages experimentation and risk-taking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for an organization to keep external controls minimal?

<p>To have strict rules and regulations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which human resource variable affects innovation by reducing fear of making mistakes?

<p>Offering high job security (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of expertise in innovation?

<p>It supports new ideas and overcomes resistance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for an organization to tolerate diversity of opinions?

<p>To encourage different viewpoints (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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