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What is the primary purpose of socialization in an organization?
What is the primary purpose of socialization in an organization?
- To provide employees with technical skills
- To reduce uncertainty and foster role clarity (correct)
- To establish formal hierarchical structures
- To create a competitive organizational culture
Which stage of socialization involves employees aligning with organizational values?
Which stage of socialization involves employees aligning with organizational values?
- Encounter
- Role Management (correct)
- Exit
- Anticipatory
What differentiates orientation from socialization?
What differentiates orientation from socialization?
- Orientation is a formal long-term process
- Socialization is focused on job performance metrics
- Socialization only happens during the first week
- Orientation provides a quick introduction to rules (correct)
What does a Realistic Job Preview (RJP) aim to achieve?
What does a Realistic Job Preview (RJP) aim to achieve?
What can lead to dissatisfaction in the context of the psychological contract?
What can lead to dissatisfaction in the context of the psychological contract?
Which pair of socialization tactics is considered part of the STAR framework?
Which pair of socialization tactics is considered part of the STAR framework?
What is a characteristic of a strong organizational culture?
What is a characteristic of a strong organizational culture?
How can an organization diagnose its culture?
How can an organization diagnose its culture?
What is the main difference between culture and climate in an organization?
What is the main difference between culture and climate in an organization?
Which aspect of socialization helps to reduce anxiety for new employees?
Which aspect of socialization helps to reduce anxiety for new employees?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the psychological contract?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the psychological contract?
What is the impact of proactive socialization on employee adaptation?
What is the impact of proactive socialization on employee adaptation?
Which socialization tactic involves providing a structured approach to adaptation?
Which socialization tactic involves providing a structured approach to adaptation?
What effect can a strong organizational culture have on employee behavior?
What effect can a strong organizational culture have on employee behavior?
What is the strategic significance of socialization for organizations?
What is the strategic significance of socialization for organizations?
Which element is a characteristic of a development network in mentoring?
Which element is a characteristic of a development network in mentoring?
How can the psychological contract be strengthened?
How can the psychological contract be strengthened?
Which of the following is an example of a psychosocial mentoring function?
Which of the following is an example of a psychosocial mentoring function?
In the STAR socialization framework, which tactic affirms an employee’s identity?
In the STAR socialization framework, which tactic affirms an employee’s identity?
What is the goal of the uncertainty reduction theory in socialization?
What is the goal of the uncertainty reduction theory in socialization?
Which of the following is a liability of a strong organizational culture?
Which of the following is a liability of a strong organizational culture?
What is an example of a serial socialization tactic?
What is an example of a serial socialization tactic?
What does the "irreversibility" strategy in commitment-building emphasize?
What does the "irreversibility" strategy in commitment-building emphasize?
Which of the following tactics focuses on affirming the unique identity of the employee during onboarding?
Which of the following tactics focuses on affirming the unique identity of the employee during onboarding?
According to the STAR framework, what distinguishes fixed from variable socialization tactics?
According to the STAR framework, what distinguishes fixed from variable socialization tactics?
Which function of mentoring is related to building confidence and trust in a mentee?
Which function of mentoring is related to building confidence and trust in a mentee?
Flashcards
Organizational Culture
Organizational Culture
Shared values, beliefs, and norms of an organization.
Subculture
Subculture
Smaller cultural groups within an organization based on shared values and practices.
Organizational Climate
Organizational Climate
Employees' tangible perception of how things work in an organization.
Organizational Socialization
Organizational Socialization
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Orientation
Orientation
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Psychological Contract
Psychological Contract
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Mentoring
Mentoring
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Socialization Tactics
Socialization Tactics
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Socialization: What is it?
Socialization: What is it?
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Anticipatory Socialization: Pre-Arrival Stage
Anticipatory Socialization: Pre-Arrival Stage
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Orientation vs. Socialization
Orientation vs. Socialization
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Realistic Job Previews (RJP): Managing Expectations
Realistic Job Previews (RJP): Managing Expectations
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Psychological Contract: Unwritten Expectations
Psychological Contract: Unwritten Expectations
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Mentoring: Guiding Growth
Mentoring: Guiding Growth
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Socialization Tactics: Different Approaches
Socialization Tactics: Different Approaches
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Proactive Socialization: Taking Initiative
Proactive Socialization: Taking Initiative
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Study Notes
Organizational Culture and Socialization
- Culture encompasses shared values, beliefs, and norms within an organization.
- Subculture represents smaller cultural groups within the organization.
- Climate reflects employees' tangible perceptions of organizational functioning.
- Culture is diagnosed via symbols (like logos), rituals (like ceremonies), and stories that portray organizational values.
Socialization Process
- Socialization is the process employees learn organizational norms, roles, and values.
- It has three stages: anticipatory (pre-arrival), encounter, and role management.
- Anticipatory stage involves pre-employment expectations.
- Encounter stage involves initial orientation and role clarification, reducing anxiety, and clarifying job roles.
- Role management involves aligning with organizational values and becoming insiders.
Strategic Importance of Socialization
- Socialization reduces uncertainty, clarifies roles, and boosts performance, satisfaction, and retention.
- Orientation is a formal, short-term introduction to rules and policies; socialization is a long-term, informal adaptation process.
Realistic Job Previews (RJPs)
- RJPs manage employee expectations by showcasing both positive and negative job aspects.
- This reduces turnover and encourages self-selection.
Psychological Contract
- A psychological contract is an unwritten agreement between employees and employers.
- Breaches in this contract (unmet promises) lead to dissatisfaction and turnover.
- Commitment is developed through visibility, explicitness, irreversibility, and personal volition.
Mentoring and Networks
- Mentoring offers career coaching and psychosocial support.
- Developmental networks provide guidance from various sources.
Socialization Tactics (STAR)
- Socialization tactics include collective vs. individual, formal vs. informal, sequential vs. random, fixed vs. variable, serial vs. disjunctive, and investiture vs. divestiture.
- Institutionalized tactics are more structured.
- Proactive socialization involves employees actively seeking feedback, networking, and building relationships to adapt.
Strong Organizational Culture
- A strong culture features intense shared beliefs, rituals, and charismatic leaders.
- Benefits include coordination and financial success.
- Drawbacks include resistance to change and culture clash.
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