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What is the primary focus of a good manager?
What is the primary focus of a good manager?
- To organize members to meet organizational goals while ensuring their satisfaction (correct)
- To solely increase productivity
- To prioritize financial gains over team loyalty
- To delegate tasks without oversight
Which skill is essential for understanding and motivating people?
Which skill is essential for understanding and motivating people?
- Human skills (correct)
- Technical skills
- Conceptual skills
- Financial skills
Which of the following managerial functions includes defining goals and establishing strategies?
Which of the following managerial functions includes defining goals and establishing strategies?
- Organizing
- Planning (correct)
- Directing
- Controlling
Which of the following represents Henri Fayol's managerial functions?
Which of the following represents Henri Fayol's managerial functions?
Which level of management primarily requires conceptual skills?
Which level of management primarily requires conceptual skills?
What is included in the directing function of management?
What is included in the directing function of management?
Which of these is NOT a component of organizing according to the definition provided?
Which of these is NOT a component of organizing according to the definition provided?
How are the managerial functions categorized in modern management?
How are the managerial functions categorized in modern management?
What is the primary purpose of controlling in management?
What is the primary purpose of controlling in management?
Which of the following is not included in the factors a manager should consider for managing people and organization?
Which of the following is not included in the factors a manager should consider for managing people and organization?
According to the contingency approach, what must a manager consider when making decisions?
According to the contingency approach, what must a manager consider when making decisions?
What is considered a significant challenge for managers in today's organizations?
What is considered a significant challenge for managers in today's organizations?
Which activity is primarily associated with traditional management?
Which activity is primarily associated with traditional management?
What is the first step in Taylor's principles of scientific management?
What is the first step in Taylor's principles of scientific management?
What is a key component in human resource management activities?
What is a key component in human resource management activities?
What does the term 'networking' primarily refer to in managerial activities?
What does the term 'networking' primarily refer to in managerial activities?
What is the primary benefit of implementing the principle of division of labor?
What is the primary benefit of implementing the principle of division of labor?
According to Henri Fayol, what is a key relationship between authority and responsibility?
According to Henri Fayol, what is a key relationship between authority and responsibility?
What does the unity of command principle emphasize for employees?
What does the unity of command principle emphasize for employees?
In the context of Fayol's principles, what does the line of authority refer to?
In the context of Fayol's principles, what does the line of authority refer to?
What is centralization in the context of organizational structure?
What is centralization in the context of organizational structure?
What is the intent behind Fayol's principle of equity?
What is the intent behind Fayol's principle of equity?
The principle of order in Fayol's theory prioritizes what aspect for employees?
The principle of order in Fayol's theory prioritizes what aspect for employees?
Which principle of Fayol's suggests that each group with the same objective should have one head?
Which principle of Fayol's suggests that each group with the same objective should have one head?
What is the principle of Initiative according to Fayol's principles?
What is the principle of Initiative according to Fayol's principles?
How does Fayol view the role of discipline in an organization?
How does Fayol view the role of discipline in an organization?
What does the principle of Stability of Tenure highlight?
What does the principle of Stability of Tenure highlight?
According to Fayol, what is meant by General interest over individual interest?
According to Fayol, what is meant by General interest over individual interest?
What does the principle of Team Spirit (Esprit de corps) emphasize?
What does the principle of Team Spirit (Esprit de corps) emphasize?
What is cognitive dissonance primarily concerned with?
What is cognitive dissonance primarily concerned with?
What was a primary focus of Festinger's Cognitive Dissonance Theory?
What was a primary focus of Festinger's Cognitive Dissonance Theory?
Which statement correctly represents cognitive dissonance in practice?
Which statement correctly represents cognitive dissonance in practice?
What does Festinger argue about inconsistency in attitudes?
What does Festinger argue about inconsistency in attitudes?
What primarily determines the desire to reduce cognitive dissonance according to Festinger?
What primarily determines the desire to reduce cognitive dissonance according to Festinger?
If elements causing dissonance are unimportant, what effect do they have according to cognitive dissonance theory?
If elements causing dissonance are unimportant, what effect do they have according to cognitive dissonance theory?
In the scenario where a junior executive is against working late, what is the role of his new position as Manager?
In the scenario where a junior executive is against working late, what is the role of his new position as Manager?
Which of the following is NOT an alternative for reducing dissonance mentioned in the content?
Which of the following is NOT an alternative for reducing dissonance mentioned in the content?
Why is it difficult to reduce dissonance in the case of the junior executive turned Manager?
Why is it difficult to reduce dissonance in the case of the junior executive turned Manager?
What might be a personal justification for the Manager to request employees work overtime?
What might be a personal justification for the Manager to request employees work overtime?
What psychological state do individuals typically seek in regards to dissonance?
What psychological state do individuals typically seek in regards to dissonance?
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Study Notes
Managing People and Organization
- Effective managers align team members to achieve organizational goals while ensuring satisfaction, loyalty, and commitment.
- Individual performance and job satisfaction are critical elements for a manager to consider.
Key Managerial Skills
- Technical Skill: Proficiency in specialized knowledge and applying expertise.
- Human Skill: Ability to work with and motivate people, understanding both individuals and groups.
- Conceptual Skill: Mental capability to analyze complex situations and make decisions.
Managerial Functions
- Planning: Involves defining goals, establishing strategies, and coordinating activities.
- Organizing: Includes determining tasks, assignments, groupings, reporting relationships, and decision-making locations.
- Directing: Entails motivating employees, selecting communication channels, and resolving conflicts.
- Controlling: Monitoring activities to ensure compliance with plans and correcting deviations.
Organizational Management Considerations
- Consider individual behaviors, diversity, demographic characteristics, teamwork, and organizational culture.
- The contingency approach emphasizes adapting management strategies based on specific situational variables.
Managerial Challenges
- Increasing global organizations require enhanced efficiency, quality, and responsiveness.
- Managers must balance ethical considerations while improving performance and managing a diverse workforce.
- Utilizing new technologies is essential for modern management practices.
Managerial Activities
- Traditional Management: Includes decision-making, planning, and controlling.
- Communication: Focuses on routine information exchange and paperwork.
- Human Resource Management: Concerns motivation, conflict resolution, staffing, and training.
- Networking: Involves socializing and interacting with others for professional relationships.
Background of Organizational Theory: Scientific Management
- Taylor's Principles:
- Study and optimize worker task performance based on detailed time and motion studies.
- Establish rules governing task performance and train workers accordingly.
- Select workers based on their fit for specific tasks.
- Create a performance standard tied to pay systems for motivating higher output.
Henri Fayol's 14 Principles of Management
- Division of Labor: Encourages specialization for efficiency but warns against excessive specialization.
- Authority and Responsibility: Authority derives from position and personal expertise; should be balanced with responsibility.
- Unity of Command: Employees should report to one supervisor to avoid confusion.
- Line of Authority: Emphasizes a clear hierarchical structure.
- Centralization: Addresses the distribution of authority; context determines the optimal concentration.
- Unity of Direction: All activities toward a common objective should be directed by a single plan.
- Equity: Fair treatment of all employees fosters loyalty and respect.
- Order: Maintains an organized workplace for optimal value.
- Initiative: Encouraging innovation promotes satisfaction and productivity.
- Discipline: Adherence to agreements is crucial for operational success.
- Remuneration of Personnel: Fair payment systems enhance satisfaction and productivity.
- Stability of Tenure: Long-term employment fosters loyalty and reduces turnover.
- General Interest Over Individual Interest: Organization's goals should precede individual interests.
- Team Spirit: Emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication for organizational success.
Cognitive Dissonance Theory
- Proposed by Leon Festinger, this theory explains the relationship between attitudes and behavior.
- Dissonance refers to inconsistencies between attitudes and behavior, leading to discomfort.
- Individuals strive to minimize dissonance by reconciling conflicting attitudes or adopting behaviors that align with their beliefs.
- The importance of the attitudes involved and perceived control over dissonance elements affect the desire to resolve inconsistencies.
- Real-world applications illustrate how individuals navigate contradictions in professional settings.
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