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What is motivation in the context of organizational behavior?
What is motivation in the context of organizational behavior?
- The amount of recognition from the boss
- The number of years of experience of the manager
- The underlying drive of individuals to accomplish tasks and goals (correct)
- The salary paid to the employees
Why is it important to motivate employees in the workplace?
Why is it important to motivate employees in the workplace?
- To help retain good employees and let them reach their full potential (correct)
- To decrease the communication between employees and managers
- To reduce the number of tasks assigned to employees
- To increase the working hours of employees
What are some factors that can influence employee motivation?
What are some factors that can influence employee motivation?
- Employee's favorite TV shows, music preferences, and social media usage
- Employee's daily commute time, favorite color, and food preferences
- Employee's age, gender, and marital status
- Organizational structure, integrity of company operations, and company culture (correct)
What is the role of organizational structure in employee motivation?
What is the role of organizational structure in employee motivation?
What can help managers and new hires reach their full potential in the workplace?
What can help managers and new hires reach their full potential in the workplace?
What does management involve?
What does management involve?
Which resources are managed in the field of management?
Which resources are managed in the field of management?
What concepts are used in management to differentiate between continued delivery of goods or services and adapting to changing customer needs?
What concepts are used in management to differentiate between continued delivery of goods or services and adapting to changing customer needs?
What does the term 'management' refer to?
What does the term 'management' refer to?
In what fields can management be applied?
In what fields can management be applied?
Flashcards
Employee Motivation
Employee Motivation
The drive and enthusiasm that encourages employees to work towards organizational goals.
Importance of Motivation
Importance of Motivation
Motivated employees are more productive, efficient, and provide better customer service. It also leads to higher job satisfaction, reduced absenteeism, and improved overall well-being.
Factors Influencing Motivation
Factors Influencing Motivation
These factors include: Personal (personality, values, needs), Job-related (design, autonomy, feedback), Environmental (culture, leadership, environment), and Social (relationships, teamwork, support).
Organizational Structure & Motivation
Organizational Structure & Motivation
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Reaching Full Potential
Reaching Full Potential
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Management Role
Management Role
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Resources in Management
Resources in Management
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Operational Efficiency vs. Adaptability
Operational Efficiency vs. Adaptability
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Defining Management
Defining Management
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Management Application
Management Application
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Study Notes
Understanding Motivation in Organizational Behavior
- Motivation refers to the drive and enthusiasm that initiates, guides, and sustains goal-oriented behaviors in the workplace
- Employee motivation is crucial for achieving organizational goals, enhancing job satisfaction, and reducing turnover rates
Importance of Motivating Employees
- Motivated employees are more productive, efficient, and provide better customer service
- Motivation boosts job satisfaction, leading to increased morale, reduced absenteeism, and improved overall well-being
Factors Influencing Employee Motivation
- Personal factors: personality, values, and growth needs
- Job-related factors: job design, autonomy, and feedback
- Environmental factors: organizational culture, leadership style, and work environment
- Social factors: social relationships, teamwork, and social support
Organizational Structure and Employee Motivation
- Organizational structure can either enhance or hinder employee motivation, depending on factors like autonomy, empowerment, and communication
- A well-designed organizational structure can foster motivation by providing opportunities for growth and development
Reaching Full Potential in the Workplace
- Managers and new hires can reach their full potential through training, development opportunities, and ongoing feedback
- A supportive and inclusive work environment can also help individuals reach their full potential
The Role of Management
- Management involves planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources to achieve organizational goals
- Effective management enables organizations to achieve their objectives by utilizing resources efficiently and effectively
Resources in Management
- Human resources: people and their skills, knowledge, and abilities
- Physical resources: equipment, materials, and facilities
- Financial resources: money and credit
- Information resources: data, knowledge, and technology
Differentiating between Operational Efficiency and Adaptability
- Operational efficiency: focuses on delivering goods or services in a consistent and efficient manner
- Adaptability: involves adapting to changing customer needs and responding to environmental changes
- Concepts used to differentiate between these two include flexibility, innovation, and responsiveness
Defining Management
- Management refers to the process of achieving organizational goals through efficient and effective utilization of resources
- It involves coordinating and supervising the efforts of others to achieve common objectives
Application of Management
- Management can be applied in various fields, including business, healthcare, education, government, and non-profit organizations.
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Setting objectives at the top
The first app in MBO process is to analyse the purpose of mission of the organisation the exercise is undertaken at the top level the mission of the organisation will be converted into goals for a given period
