Organizational Behavior: Attitudes and Job Satisfaction

What is the affective component of an attitude?

What are the three components of an attitude?

How do the three components of an attitude relate to each other?

Why are attitudes important in organizations?

What does the text suggest about the relationship between prior cognition and behavior and affect in the context of organizational commitment?

What are the two popular approaches to measuring job satisfaction?

How can managers use the summation of job facets method to improve job satisfaction?

What is the main reason cited for the drop in job satisfaction levels in the United States in late 2007?

What does the text suggest about the consistency of job satisfaction levels over time?

Which of the following statements is TRUE about the relationship between job satisfaction and organizational commitment?

What is the key factor in understanding the formation and change of organizational commitment?

Why is it important for organizations to understand the factors that contribute to job satisfaction?

What is the main takeaway from the study mentioned in the Netherlands regarding organizational commitment and affect?

What is the key difference between the single global rating and summation of job facets methods of measuring job satisfaction?

What is the main argument presented in the text regarding the effectiveness of the single global rating and summation of job facets methods?

According to the passage, what is a common characteristic of extraverted individuals?

Which of the following is a personality type described in the passage, known for being visionary and driven?

What is a key difference between the MBTI and the Big Five Personality Model?

Which of the following is NOT a problem mentioned in the passage regarding the MBTI?

Which of the Big Five personality dimensions is associated with personal consistency and reliability?

According to the passage, individuals with high emotional stability are more likely to be:

What is the opposite of emotional stability?

Which of the Big Five personality dimensions refers to a person's ability to handle stress?

Which of the following is a characteristic typically associated with individuals who score high on extraversion?

Individuals who are open to experience are more likely to be:

Which of the Big Five personality dimensions is associated with a person's propensity to defer to others?

Which of the following is a common characteristic of individuals who score low on agreeableness?

What is a significant advantage of using The Big Five Personality Model when evaluating job candidates?

According to the passage, what is the main reason why managers should consider using the Big Five model over the MBTI for job selection?

Based on the passage, which of the following best describes the personality of Mary Barra, the CEO of General Motors?

What are the two most common MBTI types, according to the text?

Which Big Five personality trait is most strongly associated with reduced burnout and intentions to quit?

Which personality trait is most likely to lead to higher job knowledge?

Which personality trait is most strongly associated with leadership emergence and behaviors in groups?

Which personality trait is most likely to be linked to lower levels of career success?

Which personality trait is associated with reduced work-family conflict?

Which personality trait is most likely to engage in Organizational Citizenship Behaviors (OCBs)?

Which personality trait is associated with increased creativity and innovation?

Which personality trait is associated with less susceptibility to performance decline over time?

Which personality trait is associated with higher levels of job satisfaction?

Which personality trait is associated with increased likelihood of engaging in counterproductive work behaviors (CWBs)?

Which personality trait is associated with better performance in jobs requiring interpersonal interaction?

Which personality trait is associated with better adaptability to organizational change?

Which personality trait is most strongly associated with life satisfaction?

Which personality trait is least likely to engage in counterproductive work behaviors (CWBs)?

Which personality trait is associated with higher levels of persistence, attention to detail, and setting high standards?

According to the provided text, what is a common consequence of responding too favorably to personality tests?

What is a key point emphasized regarding the importance of honesty when taking personality tests?

What is the primary argument made about the influence of heredity on personality?

In the context of personality assessments, what does the term "lie scale" refer to?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor influencing personality development?

What is the primary purpose of using personality frameworks?

Which of the following traits is considered less desirable for jobs that require a competitive nature?

What is the main objective of personality assessments in the context of job recruitment?

What is one of the key advantages of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)?

What is the recommended approach to personality assessments from an ethical standpoint?

Which of the following is NOT a personality trait commonly associated with Richard Branson?

What does the text suggest regarding personality stability over time?

What does the text suggest about the relationship between personality and job performance?

Which of the following best describes the concept of "personality traits" as defined in the text?

What is the primary distinction between the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Big Five Personality Model?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic typically associated with psychopathy, as defined in the OB context?

What is a potential downside to individuals who score high on psychopathy in an organizational setting?

Which of the following 'Dark Triad' traits is characterized by low self-esteem and unpredictable behavior in the workplace?

What is a potential benefit associated with 'Schizotypal' individuals in the workplace?

Which personality trait is described as an individual's ability to adapt their behavior to external situations?

What is a key characteristic of individuals with high core self-evaluations (CSEs)?

What is a potential drawback of having excessively high core self-evaluations (CSEs)?

Which of the following is NOT a potential outcome associated with individuals possessing high core self-evaluations (CSEs)?

What is a potential benefit of high self-monitoring in the workplace?

Which of the following best describes individuals with low self-monitoring?

What is a common misconception about individuals with high core self-evaluations (CSEs)?

The text mentions that Blake Mycoskie, the founder of TOMS Shoes, exemplifies the benefits of high core self-evaluations. What is the key takeaway from this example?

What is a key difference between individuals with high and low self-monitoring?

What is a potential consequence of low self-monitoring in the workplace?

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of a 'proactive personality'?

Why is it essential to consider personality traits in the context of organizational behavior?

According to the information provided, which of these components represents the emotional aspect of an attitude?

How does the provided text describe the relationship between cognition and affect?

Which of these statements best exemplifies the behavioral component of an attitude?

Why is it important to understand the three components of attitude, according to the provided text?

What does the text suggest is the main reason for focusing on attitudes in organizational contexts?

Which of these examples best illustrates the concept of attitude as described in the text?

According to the provided text, what can be inferred about the relationship between attitudes and behavior?

Based on the information provided, which of these statements would most likely be considered the cognitive component of an attitude towards a specific task?

What factor is least likely to influence an individual's commitment to a goal?

Which task characteristics are important in influencing goal-performance relationships?

In which cultural context may assigned goals lead to higher commitment?

What is the effect of participative goal setting on individuals compared to assigned goals?

Which factor is essential for an individual to understand in absence of participation in goal setting?

Which statement best describes the relationship between goal abandonment and self-affirmation?

What potential advantage does participative goal setting have for team outcomes?

Which of the following influences how specific and difficult individual goals may motivate in different cultures?

What is the primary criticism of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs theory?

Which factor is NOT considered a hygiene factor in Herzberg's two-factor theory?

According to Herzberg, what is the opposite of job satisfaction?

Which level of Maslow's hierarchy includes the need for safety and security?

What aspect of personality is being increasingly linked to employability and job search success?

What did Herzberg find to be a common attribute of individuals who experience job satisfaction?

Which need level in Maslow's hierarchy is primarily concerned with self-fulfillment?

Herzberg's theory suggests that eliminating job dissatisfaction will:

What type of factors does Herzberg identify that can lead to job dissatisfaction?

What role does intrinsic motivation play in Herzberg's theory?

In which context did Herzberg's work on motivation have significant influence?

The term 'motivation-hygiene theory' is another name for which concept?

Which of the following is a newly proposed need in Maslow's theory?

How is Maslow’s hierarchy typically visually represented?

What is a key concept of self-determination theory regarding motivation?

Which of the following best describes the relationship between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation according to self-determination theory?

What does cognitive evaluation theory suggest about extrinsic rewards?

According to self-determination theory, which need is most relevant for achieving positive outcomes?

What is self-concordance in the context of goal achievement?

What is a likely effect of transitioning from a volunteer position to a paid role, as illustrated by Marcia's example?

What does Dan Ariely's research suggest about moral decision-making?

In research on motivation, what does a high degree of neuroticism tend to affect?

What is one challenge associated with applying contemporary theories of motivation in practice?

Which of the following better predicts job satisfaction according to self-concordance?

What is a common realization about providing extrinsic incentives in a workplace?

What has recent research indicated about the effects of intrinsic motivation and performance metrics?

One reason self-determination theory is widely applicable is due to its relevance in which of the following fields?

What is the primary focus of McClelland's theory of needs?

How do high achievers generally perceive their probability of success?

Which need focuses on the desire for interpersonal relationships according to McClelland's theory?

What type of environment do employees with a high need for achievement tend to perform well in?

What characteristic is commonly associated with high achievers in relation to their goal-setting?

What is a common misconception about individuals with a high need for power?

Which of the following factors influences when employees are most likely to accept advice?

What approach is most effective for giving advice to someone who is resistant to it?

How does the need for affiliation (nAff) affect group dynamics according to research?

What is a likely characteristic of a successful manager according to McClelland's theory?

What does research suggest about employees with high levels of need for achievement (nAch)?

What is one of the main reasons people may reject advice, even if it is sound?

Which target described in the analogy would likely appeal to someone with a high need for achievement?

Which of McClelland's needs may be more familiar to people in broad terms rather than in specific definitions?

What is the primary means by which personality is measured?

Which of the following factors are considered when evaluating the effectiveness of personality assessments in organizational settings?

What is the primary difference between self-report surveys and observer-ratings surveys?

What are employees likely to experience when they feel obligated to work rather than enjoying their work?

In organizations that prioritize objective outcomes, how can engaging in Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) affect an employee's career?

What is the main implication regarding the use of personality assessments in employment decisions?

How does culture influence self-ratings in personality assessments?

Which aspect of goal-setting theory enhances work motivation according to Edwin Locke's research?

What is a potential consequence for employees in organizations with competitive cultures that disregard OCB?

What is the primary argument for using personality assessments in hiring decisions?

Which of the following is NOT a facet of job satisfaction as identified in Exhibit 3-3?

How does feedback influence performance according to goal-setting theory?

What do organizations gain by linking employee goals with organizational goals?

According to Exhibit 3-4, which country has the highest average level of employee job satisfaction?

What is a potential explanation for the low job satisfaction score in South Korea, as discussed in the passage?

Which of the following statements reflects a drawback of performing OCB in organizations focused on what gets done?

In terms of performance, how does difficulty of a goal affect an employee's effort?

What is the primary focus of the "Personality" section in the provided content?

What does goal-setting theory suggest about vague goals like 'do your best'?

In what way can personality assessments be helpful for managers?

How can participation in goal-setting impact employee motivation?

Which of the following is a potential concern associated with using self-report surveys for measuring personality?

What is the main argument for using observer-ratings surveys in addition to self-report surveys for personality assessment?

Which of the following is not a suggested incentive for managers to improve employee motivation?

What aspect of feedback is considered more effective for performance improvement?

What is a potential implication of self-enhancement in personality assessments for individuals in collectivist cultures?

What is the primary purpose of the "Career Objectives" section in the provided content?

What benefit do organizations receive from fostering environmentally sustainable behaviors among employees?

What is the main takeaway regarding the influence of heredity and environment on personality?

Why might organizations sometimes overlook the importance of OCB?

Which of the following is NOT a trait associated with Machiavellianism?

How do Machiavellian individuals typically perform in the long term?

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a narcissist?

How might narcissists react to negative feedback about their performance?

What is the relationship between narcissism and CWB (Counterproductive Work Behavior)?

Which of the following is a potential benefit associated with high levels of narcissism?

Which of the following statements about the Dark Triad is TRUE?

In what way is psychopathy NOT considered a clinical mental illness in organizational behavior?

Which of the following is NOT considered a characteristic of narcissistic CEOs?

How can Machiavellian tendencies affect an organization's commitment to CSR?

When does the Dark Triad seem to be most pronounced?

What is one potential reason why narcissists might be more often found in business?

Which of the following is NOT a common consequence of high levels of Dark Triad traits?

Which of the following statements about narcissism and its effects on organizational performance is true?

Which of the following best describes the relationship between Machiavellianism and ethical leadership?

Which of the following is a characteristic of individuals with a proactive personality?

What is one potential pitfall of having a proactive personality?

Which of the following is a key factor that can influence the effectiveness of a proactive team?

Based on the research discussed, which of the following is a common characteristic of high self-monitors?

Which of the following is a potential negative consequence of high self-monitoring?

Which of the following personality traits is most likely to be judged accurately from a brief encounter?

In what type of situation is neuroticism more likely to be accurately judged?

According to the research mentioned, how long does it typically take for interviewers to form an initial impression of a job candidate?

What is the main takeaway from the research on “zero acquaintance” personality judgments?

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of having a proactive personality?

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the relationship between a proactive personality and career success?

What is the study on R&D teams in Chinese companies suggest about the impact of proactive personality?

Which of the following is a key difference between high and low self-monitors?

How does the passage describe the accuracy of first impressions?

Which of the following is a potential pitfall of relying heavily on first impressions when making employment decisions?