Motivation and Performance Theories
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What characteristic defines individuals with a Type A behavior pattern?

  • They prioritize relaxation and self-care.
  • They are driven to accomplish more in less time. (correct)
  • They thrive on a balanced lifestyle.
  • They tend to avoid competition.

    • How does an internal locus of control affect a sales agent's performance?

  • It decreases motivation in commission-based roles.
  • It promotes a belief in personal responsibility and effort. (correct)
  • It leads to increased reliance on luck.
  • It encourages passive behaviors in the workplace.

    • What psychological concept is demonstrated when Kyle blames his poor sales on external factors?

  • Cognitive dissonance
  • Groupthink
  • Fundamental attribution error
  • Self-serving bias (correct)

    • What is the term for the situation where conflicting responsibilities exceed an individual's capacity to manage?

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    According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, how should employers motivate employees?

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    What does high valence refer to in terms of employee rewards?

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    What is the relationship between a thoughtful boss and the phenomenon of quiet quitting?

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    What is the main driver of performance when comparing intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?

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    What is a hallmark of transformational leadership?

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    In Fiedler’s contingency model, which type of leadership is optimal in high-control situations?

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    What does leading for autonomy entail?

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    What does social loafing refer to in a team context?

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    Which conflict-handling style involves neglecting one's own concerns?

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    What is a key characteristic of self-managed teams?

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    What characterizes the storming stage of Tuckman’s five-stage model?

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    Which stage of team development involves establishing group norms?

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    Which statement accurately describes the function of norms within teams?

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    What can undermine the effectiveness of a reward system in expectancy theory?

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    Which type of need is associated with McClelland’s power theory?

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    What is a notable benefit of moderate conflict in teams?

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    In which scenario would a task-oriented leadership style be most effective according to the contingency model?

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    What is the focus of Herzberg's concept of motivators?

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    Which of the following statements about transactional leadership is true?

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    What best differentiates a team from a group?

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    What type of power does Ilanah possess in the workplace?

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    Which of these represents a dysfunctional team dynamic?

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    What approach to leadership emphasizes that effective behavior varies depending on the situation?

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    Why is face-to-face communication considered the richest form of communication?

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    What would an example of empathetic communication involve?

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    What does inducing feelings of relatedness at work involve?

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    Which scenario exemplifies a barrier in cross-cultural communication?

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    What is the cornerstone skill of effective communication?

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    What aspect should be assessed in an organization’s social media readiness?

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    What characterizes the transactional leadership behavior in the full-range model?

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    What is the Dunning-Kruger effect illustrated by?

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    When do managers typically make mistakes?

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    Flashcards

    Type A Behavior

    A personality pattern characterized by a strong drive to achieve, often leading to time-related stress.

    Internal Locus of Control

    Belief that one's outcomes are primarily determined by one's own actions and effort.

    Self-Serving Bias

    Attributing success to internal factors and failure to external factors.

    Role Overload

    When responsibilities exceed one's capacity to manage effectively.

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    Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

    A theory suggesting that human needs are organized in a hierarchy, starting with basic physiological needs.

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    Valence

    The perceived value of a reward.

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    Intrinsic Motivation

    Motivation that comes from internal rewards and satisfaction.

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    Group

    A collection of individuals who interact to achieve shared goals or a common identity.

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    Team Types

    Teams are categorized by their purpose, duration, and number of members.

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    Storming Stage (Tuckman)

    Leaders should focus on conflict resolution and collaboration, not task completion.

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    Moderate Conflict

    A moderate level of conflict can boost creativity and performance.

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    Norms

    Norms are implicit group expectations, often unspoken.

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    Contingency Leadership

    Effective leadership depends on the situation.

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    Bureaucratic Culture

    Rigid cultures typically result in less inspirational leadership.

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    Transactional Leadership

    Involves using rewards and punishments to manage.

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    Narcissistic Leaders

    Generally undermine team dynamics and performance.

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    Expert Power

    Power derived from specialized knowledge and skill.

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    Communication Barriers

    Obstacles preventing clear communication.

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    Rich Communication Mediums

    Methods of communication offering multiple cues for understanding.

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    Face-to-Face Communication

    The richest form of communication; observes multiple cues.

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    Empathetic Communication

    Understanding and acknowledging others' feelings and perspectives.

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    Cross-Cultural Communication Barriers

    Misunderstandings arising from cultural differences.

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    Dunning-Kruger Effect

    Novice individuals overestimate their skills and abilities.

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    Transformational Leadership

    Inspiring and motivating employees to exceed expectations and align with organizational goals.

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    Leader-Member Relations

    A crucial aspect of situational control, evaluating subordinate acceptance of the leader.

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    Fiedler's Contingency Model

    Effective leadership style depends on the control situation.

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    High Control Situation

    Situations where leaders have strong support, clear tasks, and favorable circumstances.

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    Employee Characteristics (Path-Goal Theory)

    Factors like locus of control, task ability, and need for achievement that impact employee motivation.

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    Leading for Autonomy

    Empowering employees by granting freedom and responsibility in decision-making.

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    Contingency Approach to Leadership

    Effective leadership adjusts based on the specific situation or context.

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    Social Loafing

    Team members reducing individual effort as the team grows in size.

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    Self-Managed Teams

    Teams that have autonomy and responsibility for their work, projected to improve productivity and quality of life for team members.

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    Group vs. Team

    A group shares common interests, while a team actively collaborates toward shared goals.

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    Devil's Advocacy

    Generating diverse opinions without personal attacks.

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    Avoiding Conflict-Handling Style

    Temporarily withdrawing from a conflict to cool down.

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    Accommodating Conflict-Handling Style

    Neglecting one's own concerns to prioritize another's.

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    Team-Based Rewards

    Incentivizing shared effort and collaboration among employees.

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    Goal Commitment

    Increases when goals are perceived as attainable and aligned with individual values or rewards.

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    Study Notes

    Motivation and Performance

    • Type A Behavior: Characterized by a strong drive to achieve and time pressure-related stress.
    • Locus of Control: Internal locus of control (personal responsibility) is more effective in commission-based sales.
    • Self-Serving Bias: Blaming external factors for failures instead of internal ones. (e.g., poor sales due to bad luck, not effort.)
    • Role Overload: When conflicting responsibilities exceed a person's capacity to manage.
    • Maslow's Hierarchy: Needs must be met in a specific order, starting with basic physiological needs.
    • Valence of Reward: Reward valence is influenced by the individual's appraisal of a reward. Low valence = little value in the reward.
    • Quiet Quitting: Disengagement, not necessarily associated with a thoughtful boss.
    • Motivation Types: Intrinsic motivation is often more sustainable and productive than extrinsic motivation.
    • Group vs. Team: Group = shared interests; team = collaboration for shared goals.

    Teams and Leadership

    • Team Formation: Teams are classified by purpose, duration, and membership size.
    • Tuckman's Stages (Storming): Leaders focus on conflict resolution and collaboration, not completing tasks.
    • Conflict Resolution: Moderate levels of conflict can be beneficial by inducing creativity and performance improvements.
    • Norms: Typically implicit and understood within groups, rather than explicitly discussed.
    • Contingency Leadership: Task-oriented leadership can be more effective in structured, trusted, high-authority situations.
    • Leadership Styles: Bureaucratic cultures rarely support the inspirational and flexible qualities of leadership.
    • Transactional Leadership: Using structured methods like written warnings to enforce rules is a characteristic of transactional leadership, which is a form of management.
    • Narcissistic Leaders: Often hinder team dynamics and decrease productivity.
    • Power Types: Expert power involves specialized knowledge and helpfulness from colleagues, like Ilanah's.
    • Grapevine Communication: An informal channel for spreading unverified information.
    • Communication Barriers: Thick accents and broken microphones are physical barriers to clear communication.
    • Communication Channels: Face-to-face communication is considered richer due to numerous observable cues.

    Communication and Social Media

    • Effective Communication Advice: Active listening, thoughtful contributions, and collaboration are crucial for a valued team member.
    • Empathetic Communication: Acknowledging and understanding others' emotions.
    • Cross-Cultural Barriers: Misunderstandings arising from differing nonverbal cues or language expectations.
    • Communication Cornerstone: Listening is a crucial skill for good communication.
    • Social Media Readiness: Leadership support and prioritization for social media is vital for an organization's adoption.

    Conflict Handling and Group Dynamics

    • Social Loafing: Team members reducing effort, leading to reduced interest in meeting team goals.
    • Team Optimization: Clear role definition, open communication, and measurable goals are essential for effective teams.
    • Self-Managed Teams: Enhance productivity and quality of life for employees through autonomy and responsibility.
    • Devil's Advocacy: Encouraging constructive different opinions without involving personal feelings.
    • Conflict-Handling Styles (Avoiding): Stepping back from conflict temporarily is one style.
    • Conflict-Handling Styles (Accommodating): Neglecting personal concerns to allow another person's concerns to prevail.
    • Team Rewards: Team-based rewards motivate collaboration.
    • Excessive Conflict: Dysfunction, reduced productivity, and strained relationships are typical traits of teams with excessive conflict.
    • Adjourning Stage: Questioning "what's next?" during the project closure.
    • Goal Commitment: Increased when goals are attainable and aligned with values, contributing to goal attainment.

    Expectancy Theory and Motivation

    • Instrumentality: Belief that effort will lead to rewards. Doubts about rewarding the efforts of employees, if there are doubts about fulfilling the reward.
    • Job Enrichment: Motivating workers through opportunities for personal growth and skills enhancement.
    • Acquired Needs Theory (McClelland): Achievement, affiliation, and power are important motivators.
    • Relatedness Needs: These needs are fulfilled by recognition and sense of connection.
    • Need for Achievement: Desire to set and accomplish challenging goals for personal success.
    • Herzberg's Motivators: Recognition directly improves job satisfaction and motivation.
    • Employee Citizenship Behaviors: Exceeding basic work requirements by helping colleagues or taking initiative.

    Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity: Represents all ways people are similar and different, from culture to personal experience.
    • Diversity Wheel: Understanding that individual characteristics impact workplace dynamics, helping to create inclusive environments.

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    Explore the key concepts surrounding motivation and performance, including Type A behavior, locus of control, and Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. This quiz will challenge your understanding of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, self-serving bias, and practical applications in workplace settings. Test your knowledge of how these theories interrelate and impact individuals and teams.

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