Organizational Behavior and Motivation Theories
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of assertiveness, as described in the text?

  • Practicing active listening skills in communication.
  • Regularly expressing gratitude for others contributions.
  • The ability to recognize and manage emotions effectively.
  • Consistently placing blame on others to avoid personal responsibility. (correct)

    • According to the provided text, which of the following exemplifies a legitimate right at the workplace?

  • The entitlement to refuse to help others with their problems, except in emergencies.
  • The right to consistently avoid taking responsibility for errors.
  • The right to criticize others without facing consequences.
  • The freedom to offer your opinions, even when unsolicited. (correct)

    • How does feedback contribute to the communication process?

  • By consistently making the person providing feedback seem superior.
  • By saving time and diminishing the occurrence of errors and human relations problems. (correct)
  • By reducing the need for clarification and verification.
  • By creating communication barriers and misunderstandings.

    • What is the core principle of assertiveness described in the provided content?

    <p>The ability to effectively defend your own rights without infringing upon the rights of others. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is timely and precise feedback considered effective?

    <p>Because it helps avoid communication barriers, and improve ongoing performance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Herzberg's motivation-hygiene theory, which of the following is considered a hygiene factor?

    <p>Company policy and administration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Theory X and Theory Y, which statement best describes a Theory X manager's belief about employees?

    <p>Employees are fundamentally lazy and seek to avoid work. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to McClelland's three-needs theory, what does the 'need for power' refer to?

    <p>The need to make others behave in a certain way (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Equity Theory, what constitutes an 'outcome' for an employee?

    <p>The pay received and benefits provided (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Expectancy Theory?

    <p>The comprehensive explanation of individual motivation through expectations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which of the following is classified as a motivator rather than a hygiene factor?

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

    According to Equity theory, what is the impact when an employee perceives that their input-outcome ratio is significantly lower than a colleague's?

    <p>The employee will feel a state of inequity and dissatisfaction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between hygiene factors and motivation factors?

    <p>Hygiene factors prevent dissatisfaction, while motivators result in high satisfaction and commitment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of conducting a job analysis?

    <p>To define the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes, and abilities required for a job role. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a competency, in the context of job analysis?

    <p>The specific characteristics and behavior patterns a job holder must demonstrate to perform job tasks competently. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When conducting a job analysis, which of the following groups would typically NOT be involved in providing data about the job role?

    <p>Shareholders of the company (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which job analysis method would be most suitable for understanding the psychological factors associated with a job, as opposed to just the precise tasks?

    <p>Behavioral Event Interviews (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A company wants to select a recruitment technique that minimizes bias and is legally defensible. Which criterion is MOST relevant when making this choice?

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

    In the context of job analysis, what does a 'worker-oriented' approach primarily emphasize?

    <p>The specific person attributes required to perform a job. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of interview is designed to assess a candidate's past behaviors in specific situations as an indicator of future performance?

    <p>Competency-based interview (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key distinction between 'task-oriented' and 'worker-oriented' job analyses?

    <p>Task-oriented focuses on specific activities, while worker-oriented concentrates on human attributes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided content, what is a key distinction between the Great Man theory and modern leadership development perspectives?

    <p>The Great Man theory posits that leadership is an inherent trait, while modern perspectives view it as acquirable through learning and experience. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y present contrasting views on employee behavior. Which statement best encapsulates the core difference?

    <p>Theory X views workers as naturally disliking work and responsibility, while Theory Y sees them as capable of self-direction. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Fiedler's contingency theory differ from Hersey-Blanchard's Situational Leadership Theory?

    <p>Fiedler focuses on the leader's style as fixed, whereas Hersey-Blanchard emphasizes adaptability of leadership style to the situation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of leadership styles, which of the following correctly aligns a style with its characteristic?

    <p>Free-rein: empowering, with employees leading themselves and making decisions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided sources, which of the following best defines 'referent power' in a leadership context?

    <p>Influence stemming from a leader's desirable personal traits or resources. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Within the stimulus-response-transactional framework of stress, 'cognitive appraisal' refers to which specific aspect?

    <p>The individual's subjective interpretation of a perceived imbalance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Karasek's demand-control model, what characterizes a 'passive job'?

    <p>Low decision latitude and low job demands. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fundamental concept underlying the use of empathy in leadership, based on the content provided?

    <p>Using sensitivity to effectively manage interpersonal interactions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following processes is NOT considered a key organization process by managers?

    <p>Competition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component of calling emphasizes the importance of personal values and behavior?

    <p>Values-driven behavior (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'career' as defined in the provided content?

    <p>A lifelong sequence of role-related experiences (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following interventions is NOT typically part of organizational career management?

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    What is a primary characteristic of lifelong learning as mentioned in the content?

    <p>It is a continuous and mandatory process. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does conflict in organizations relate to?

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

    What does personal development require from individuals as highlighted in the content?

    <p>Believing in the importance of development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of career management interventions?

    <p>Supporting career development and options (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to team cohesion?

    <p>Individual work styles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a power culture, when are individuals most likely to feel a sense of vulnerability?

    <p>When key individuals are removed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organizational culture typically prioritizes the completion of specific tasks and projects above individual contributions?

    <p>Task culture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a rose culture and a task culture?

    <p>Rose cultures emphasize rules and procedures, while task cultures emphasize flexibility and innovation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a wholesale change that could result from incremental change?

    <p>Shifting from a centralized to a decentralized decision-making structure. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately reflects the relationship between organizational culture and behavior?

    <p>Culture shapes behavior only when it is strong and unchallenged. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an organization wants to promote a culture of innovation and risk-taking, which of the following approaches would LEAST support this aim?

    <p>Promoting a strong sense of hierarchy and control. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of organizational change, what is the most important factor that determines the success of the emergent approach?

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    Flashcards

    Job Analysis

    The process of defining knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for a job role.

    Competency

    Specific characteristics and behavior patterns required for job performance.

    Purpose of Job Analysis

    To aid in recruitment, induction, performance management, and career development.

    Competency Model

    A framework defining the skills and behaviors needed for a job role.

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    Data Collection Methods

    Techniques to identify competencies like observation and interviews.

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    Recruitment Technique Criteria

    Reliability, validity, legality, and other factors to evaluate recruitment methods.

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    Types of Interviews

    Various interview formats including structured, situational, and panel interviews.

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    Behavioral Event Interviews

    A method that assesses past behavior as an indicator of future performance.

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    Importance of Feedback

    Feedback motivates, clarifies communication, and improves performance.

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    Characteristics of Assertiveness

    Includes emotional management, active listening, and fairness.

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    Legitimate Rights at Work

    Rights include correcting mistakes, expressing opinions, and negotiating.

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    Assertiveness and Emotions

    Assertiveness involves recognizing and managing your emotions effectively.

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    Assertive Behavior Types

    Assertiveness includes aggressive, passive, and assertive communication types.

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    Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

    A theory proposing that human needs are arranged in a hierarchy from basic to advanced.

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    Hygiene Factors

    Factors that prevent dissatisfaction but do not motivate, like salary and working conditions.

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    Motivation Factors

    Elements that drive high motivation, including achievement and recognition.

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    Theory X

    Management approach believing employees are motivated mainly by money and are lazy.

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    Theory Y

    Management approach believing employees are inherently motivated and cooperative.

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    Equity Theory

    The theory suggesting employees compare their job inputs and outcomes to others for fairness.

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    Expectancy Theory

    A comprehensive motivation theory stating individuals act based on expected outcomes from their efforts.

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    Three-Needs Theory

    Theory categorizing needs into achievement, power, and affiliation.

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    Empathy in Leadership

    Using sensitivity to others' feelings to manage interactions.

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    Great Man Theory

    Leaders are born with inherent traits rather than learned abilities.

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    Behavioral Theory

    Leadership is a learned ability through experience and education.

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    Situational Leadership Theory

    Leadership style should adapt based on specific job situations.

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    Leadership Styles

    Patterns of behavior leaders use in managing teams.

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    Sources of Power

    Different types of power leaders can use: reward, coercive, legitimate, etc.

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    Cohesiveness

    The degree to which a team sticks together and acts as one.

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    Group Norms

    Shared values about acceptable behaviors within a team.

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    Organizational Culture

    Beliefs, values, ethics, and atmosphere that shape how an organization operates.

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    Power Culture

    A culture centered around key individuals holding control in a hierarchy.

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    Role Culture

    A rigid, bureaucratic culture focused on rules and procedures.

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    Task Culture

    Project-oriented culture emphasizing skills and job completion.

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    Person Culture

    Culture where individuals work independently but aim for common goals.

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    Emergent Approach to Change

    Change seen as a continuous process involving adaptation and experimentation.

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    Learning Climate

    An environment fostered by managers to encourage experimentation and learning.

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    Career Definitions

    Career can refer to advancement, profession, or a lifelong sequence of job experiences.

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    Components of Calling

    Five elements include identification, person-environment fit, sense, values-driven behavior, and guiding force.

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    Career Management Interventions

    Methods like mentoring, personal development plans, and career coaching to support career progress.

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    Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

    Ongoing learning to meet job role and career needs.

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    Self-Development

    Individual responsibility for learning and growth through chosen activities.

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    Conflict in Organizations

    Inevitability of disagreement related to jobs, resources, and power.

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    Technology's Influence

    Impact of technology on workplace dynamics and processes.

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    Study Notes

    Introduction to Psychology for Business and Public Life

    • Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes, aiming to describe and explain human thought, feelings, and actions.
    • Organizational psychology applies psychological principles to the workplace, focusing on human behavior within work environments.
    • Organizations are comprised of multiple people with shared goals and interactions within an external environment.
    • Organizational behavior studies individual and group behavior within organizational settings to improve effectiveness.
    • Organizations operate with a defined structure facilitating communication and efficient workflows.
    • Individual participation is vital to organizational success, with positive interactions among employees crucial to efficiency.
    • The psychological contract is a set of mutual expectations defining the rights and privileges of employees and organizations.

    Individuality

    • Organizations consist of individual members, who react to organizational expectations and external influences.
    • Conflicts arise when individual needs clash with organizational demands; understanding this conflict is crucial.
    • Managing relationships in dynamic work environments demands cultural awareness and individual understanding.

    Work Analysis

    • A productive worker is a happy, focused, and respected worker.
    • Improving worker well-being is key to improving organizational performance.
    • Employee performance varies, some exceeding expectations, while others perform less effectively.

    Descriptive vs Prescriptive Theories or Models

    • Descriptive theories accurately depict existing organizational structures and operation, while prescriptive ones illustrate ideal organizational structures.
    • Descriptive theories need to be accurate, and prescriptive need to be effective and efficient.

    The Job Characteristics Model (JCM)

    • The JCM is a work design theory that identifies five core dimensions (skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, and feedback) vital to employee motivation and satisfaction.

    The Vitamin Model

    • The organization is like a living organism needing nourishment (nutrients) to grow and operate efficiently.
    • Motivated employees are crucial, and well-being is influenced by factors like supportive supervision, autonomy, and opportunities for interpersonal contact.

    Externally Generated Goal Vs Internal Goal

    • Externally generated goals (demands, task demands, and responsibilities) influence job satisfaction and employee well-being if present at optimal, reasonable levels.
    • This applies to all external influences.

    Bureaucratic Management

    • Bureaucratic management involves a hierarchical structure with clearly defined rules.
    • Key elements include clearly defined job roles, hierarchical authority, and standardized procedures.

    Hawthorne Study

    • The Hawthorne study highlighted the importance of social factors in workplace productivity.
    • Social interactions, employee relationships, and work environment were significant factors in worker performance.

    Communication

    • Effective communication is vital for team building, improving employee morale, and creating a positive work atmosphere.
    • Active listening, feedback, and self-expression are vital communication skills in the workplace.

    Assertiveness

    • Assertiveness is the ability to defend oneself while respecting others, maintaining self-control, and practicing active listening.
    • Assertive people can be more effective in workplace situations.
    • Assertiveness involves appropriately respecting one's rights while considering the rights of others.

    Organizational Culture

    • Organizational culture is the beliefs, values, and ethical practices of an organization.
    • Culture shapes activities, behaviors, and responses.

    Types of Organizational Structures

    • Organizational structures are crucial, with different designs (functional, divisional, matrix) best for diverse situations or needs.
    • The selection of the appropriate structure impacts productivity and well-being.

    Leadership

    • Leadership theories (like Theory X/Theory Y, situational leadership) explain how managers interact with and manage teams or individuals.

    Work-Life Balance

    • Work-life balance is essential, with primary interventions changing sources of workplace stress (e.g. changes in organization design) and secondary interventions to improve coping skills.

    Personnel Selection

    • Job analysis is crucial for understanding the specific skills, abilities, and knowledge needed to perform a role efficiently.

    Conflict

    • Conflict is inevitable when individuals compete for resources or have differing views.
    • Properly managed conflict results in better ideas and solutions, whereas poorly managed conflict can be detrimental.

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