Organizational Behavior

Surface-Level Diversity = Observable characteristics such as age, gender, and race Deep-Level Diversity = Differences in beliefs, values, and personalities among employees Age = A characteristic believed to impact job performance negatively Gender = Debate regarding performance differences between men and women

Gender = Minor psychological differences affect job performance Race = Employees may favor colleagues of the same race in evaluations Age = Legislation outlaws mandatory retirement Ethnicity = Affirmative Action attitudes can impact employment decisions

Surface-Level Diversity = Readily available information in a personnel file Deep-Level Diversity = In-depth differences that are not immediately evident Race = A key factor affecting evaluations and promotions Gender = A characteristic that often sparks debates in workplaces

<p>Job Performance = Belief that it declines with age Workforce Aging = Increase of older employees in organizations Mandatory Retirement = Legislation preventing enforced retirement Psychological Studies = Findings about performance across genders</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Legislation = Outlaws age discrimination in the workplace Affirmative Action = Aims to improve employment outcomes for minorities Psychological Studies = Examine gender differences in job performance Workplace Training = Promotes inclusivity across all diversity forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Age = Concerns about declining performance Gender = Debates over women's workplace capabilities Race = Influences performance evaluations Ethnicity = Affects perceptions of affirmative action</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Beliefs = Core values that drive employee behavior Values = Fundamental principles shaping decision-making Personality = Individual differences impacting teamwork Cultural Background = Influences perspectives and interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diversity = Variety of differences among people in an organization Group Dynamics = How people in a group interact and influence each other Attitudes = Evaluative statements or judgments about objects, people, or events Emotions &amp; Moods = Affective states that can significantly impact behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Debate = Gender performance comparisons Favoritism = Racial preferences in promotion decisions Legislation = Rules regarding age and employment Research = Studies revealing minor differences in gender behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Age = Can influence job satisfaction and performance Gender = May affect leadership styles and group dynamics Ethnicity = Related to cultural background and perspective Education = Impacts knowledge, skills, and abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Culture = Shared values and beliefs within an organization Leadership = The ability to influence and guide others Power and Politics = Influence tactics used within the organizational structure Change = The process of transforming organizational practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intellectual Ability = Capacity to perform mental activities Physical Ability = Capacity to perform tasks requiring stamina or strength Emotional Intelligence = Ability to recognize and manage emotions in oneself and others Social Skills = Competence in social and interpersonal relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Motivation = The process that drives individuals toward goals Perception = How individuals interpret and make sense of their environment Values = Core beliefs that guide behavior and decision-making Communication = The exchange of information that affects workplace dynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Individual = Focus on personal traits and behaviors The Group = Concentration on interpersonal relationships and team dynamics The Organization = Emphasis on the structure and culture of the workplace System = Interaction among various components within the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Intellectual Ability = Needed to perform mental activities like thinking and problem solving Physical Ability = Capacity to perform physical tasks in a job Verbal Comprehension = Ability to understand and relate words while reading or listening Perceptual Speed = Ability to identify visual similarities and differences quickly</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Deductive Reasoning = Choosing between two different suggestions offered by employees Inductive Reasoning = Forecasting demand for a product in the next time period Spatial Visualization = Redecorating an office by imagining object positions Number Aptitude = Computing the sales tax on a set of items</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Memory = Remembering the names of customers Verbal Comprehension = Following corporate policies on hiring Inductive Reasoning = Identifying a logical sequence in a problem Perceptual Speed = Identifying clues to support a charge of arson</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Personality = Individual's characteristic patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving Values = Beliefs and principles that guide behavior Attitudes = Evaluative statements about objects, people, or events Ability = Current capacity to perform various tasks in a job</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aptitude = Potential to learn or excel in specific tasks Memory = Recall of past experiences and information Deductive Reasoning = Assessing implications of arguments logically Spatial Visualization = Imagining changes in object positions in space</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ability = Assessing a candidate's skill set for a job Values = Corporate culture aligning with personal beliefs Attitudes = Employee perceptions influencing teamwork Personality = Individual traits impacting workplace dynamics</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perceptual Speed = Fire investigator identifying visual clues Number Aptitude = Accountant performing quick calculations Inductive Reasoning = Market researcher analyzing data trends Spatial Visualization = Interior decorator redesigning spaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Verbal Comprehension = Interpreting policies and procedures accurately Deductive Reasoning = Making decisions based on logical assessments Memory = Recalling essential customer information Inductive Reasoning = Solving problems by identifying patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Salesperson = Memory Plant Manager = Verbal Comprehension Supervisor = Deductive Reasoning Market Researcher = Inductive Reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Disability = A physical or mental impairment that limits major life activities Stereotypes = Assumptions about groups that ignore individual differences Sexual orientation = Discrimination based on an individual's sexual preference Gender identity = Refers to those who change genders</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Age discrimination = Discriminating against a candidate based on their age Race discrimination = Discrimination based on race, skin color, or ethnicity Sex discrimination = Discrimination based on sex or gender Religious discrimination = Discrimination that occurs due to one's religious beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mental impairment = Strong biases exist against individuals with this condition Job seniority = Impact on job performance subject to misconceptions Sexual orientation protection = Laws do not protect against discrimination based on this Transgender employees = Often referred to in discussions about gender identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reasonable accommodation = An issue for employers regarding disabled individuals Surface-level diversity = Refers to visible differences such as age and race Stereotypes in organizations = Leads to unfair discrimination against groups Sexual orientation in law = Protection against employment discrimination is lacking</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Discrimination = Noting differences between things Unfair discrimination = Refusing to recognize individual differences Biases = Prejudices against specific groups or identities Accommodations = Adjustments made for individuals with disabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Disability awareness = Promotes understanding of individual needs Diversity training = Aims to reduce misconceptions in workplaces Legal protection for minorities = Helps to address discrimination issues Gender identity discussions = Fosters inclusion of transgender individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Systematic discrimination = Results in unfair treatment across a group Implicit biases = Affects decision-making unconsciously Explicit biases = Clear and open expression of prejudice Intersectionality = Involves multiple aspects of identity influencing discrimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Strength = The ability to exert force against resistance Flexibility = The capacity to bend and move joints easily Stamina = The ability to sustain prolonged physical effort Dexterity = Skill in performing tasks with the hands</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Attracting Diverse Employees = Efforts to reach a broad range of candidates Selecting Diverse Employees = Choosing candidates from a variety of backgrounds Developing Diverse Employees = Providing training and growth opportunities Retaining Diverse Employees = Creating an inclusive workplace to keep talent</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Workplace inclusivity = Creating an environment for all identities Cultural competence = Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds Equity in hiring = Ensuring fair recruitment practices Employee resource groups = Support networks for underrepresented employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diversity Management = Making everyone aware of differences Legal Framework = Policies ensuring compliance with laws Effective Diversity Programs = Initiatives that promote inclusion Market Advantages = Benefits gained from a diverse workforce</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Formulating Workplace Policies = Challenges in accommodating disabilities Hiring Decisions = Recognizing individual abilities Accommodations for Disabilities = Making adjustments in the workplace Evaluating Employee Performance = Considering unique strengths and abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Strength = Exerting maximum force Flexibility = Range of motion in joints Endurance = Ability to sustain prolonged effort Coordination = Ability to use different parts of the body together</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Training = Increase sensitivity to diversity issues Recruitment = Ensure a diverse applicant pool Retention = Maintain a supportive work environment Evaluation = Measure the effectiveness of diversity initiatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stamina = Running a marathon Dexterity = Performing surgery Strength = Lifting heavy weights Flexibility = Practicing yoga</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Values = Beliefs that guide behavior Personality = Unique characteristics and traits Interpersonal Skills = Ability to interact effectively with others Cognitive Style = Different ways of processing information</p> Signup and view all the answers