Self-Awareness in Organizational Behavior

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What is the primary aspect of self-awareness?

  • The ability to manage relationships
  • The ability to influence others
  • The ability to express emotions
  • The ability to see ourselves clearly (correct)

Which component is NOT part of internal self-awareness?

  • Physical appearance (correct)
  • Goals
  • Cognitions
  • Values

External self-awareness includes which of the following?

  • Individual goals
  • Personal beliefs
  • Internal thoughts
  • Social evaluations (correct)

Which of the following best describes the social aspect of external self-awareness?

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Which review agreed on the varied conceptualizations of self-awareness?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of internal self-awareness?

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Which phrase best encapsulates the process of self-awareness?

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Self-evaluations in relation to feedback are associated with which aspect of self-awareness?

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What is the primary focus of the Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior?

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Which universities are affiliated with the authors Manuel London and Valerie I. Sessa?

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What is a key outcome associated with developing self-awareness in organizational behavior?

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Which of the following best describes the authors' approach to self-development?

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How do the authors propose that self-awareness affects learning processes?

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What can be seen as a barrier to self-awareness according to the discussion on interpersonal growth?

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Which aspect is critical for achieving self and interpersonal growth?

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What is the expected impact of developing self-awareness on organizational behavior?

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What has recent research primarily focused on regarding self-awareness?

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How many articles were reviewed in the literature search concerning self-awareness?

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What motivates individuals to close the gap between the self and the standard?

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Which research methods were identified in the literature review regarding self-awareness?

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What is one of the possible responses to discrepancies between the self and the standard?

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What limitations were applied to the literature searches conducted for self-awareness research?

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According to intentional change theory, what do individuals choose when seeking change?

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What databases were utilized for the literature search related to self-awareness?

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What was the focus of the literature review conducted on self-awareness?

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What does the career motivation theory link together?

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In what time frame was the literature review on self-awareness conducted?

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How does self-awareness serve as a motivational spark?

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What may result from a lack of self-awareness?

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What types of measures were considered in the reviewed studies on self-awareness?

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What role do others' expectations play in self-awareness?

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What do adult constructive development theories suggest about self-awareness?

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According to Kegan's theory, what process do individuals engage in throughout their lives?

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What is a potential effect of actively pursuing congruence with personal standards?

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What is a key feature of adult self-development theories described in the content?

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What does Kegan suggest happens when individuals take themselves as objects?

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According to Laske's view, how does the self evolve?

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What governs an individual's relationship to themselves, according to Kegan's theory?

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What is emphasized as a vital aspect of self-awareness development in adults?

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In the context of adult development theories, what role does meaning-making play?

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What does external self-awareness primarily focus on?

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Which concept encompasses both how we see ourselves and how we perceive others see us?

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What is reflective self-awareness characterized by?

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Which term describes the understanding of one's strengths, weaknesses, and other personal perceptions?

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What does mindfulness emphasize in its practice?

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What aspect of self-awareness is characterized by attention motivated by perceived threats or losses?

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Which of the following best defines self-identity?

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What is the main focus of metacognition?

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How does internal and external integration contribute to self-awareness?

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The dimension of self-image includes which of the following elements?

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What drives the awareness fostered by reflective self-awareness?

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Which of the following describes a potential barrier to developing self-insight?

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In what way can self-image affect an individual’s behavior?

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Which process involves continuous attention to one's self and aims for balance in learning?

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Flashcards

Self-Awareness

Understanding one's own thoughts, feelings, values, strengths, and weaknesses.

Learning Processes

Activities that help individuals gain new knowledge, skills, and insights.

Self-Growth

Developing your personal potential and becoming the best version of yourself.

Interpersonal Growth

Improving your ability to interact effectively with others.

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Annual Review

A yearly evaluation of an organization's performance and progress.

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Organizational Psychology

The study of human behavior in organizations.

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Organizational Behavior

The study of how people behave in work settings.

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Developing Self-Awareness

The process of becoming more aware of your own inner world.

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Internal Self-Awareness

Understanding our inner world - our emotions, beliefs, thoughts, goals, personality, values, and life patterns.

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External Self-Awareness

How we perceive our physical appearance, behavior, and how others perceive us.

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Social Self-Awareness

The ability to understand how our actions affect others, and to act in ways that are sensitive to their needs.

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Self-Evaluation

Judgements we make about ourselves based on feedback from others.

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How others relate to us

Understanding the dynamics of our social interactions, how people react to us, and how we impact those around us.

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Behavior's effect on others

Being aware of the impact our actions have on those around us, both positive and negative.

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Sensitivity to others

The ability to modify our behavior to be considerate and empathetic towards others.

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Adult Self-Development Theories

These theories explain how individuals' understanding of themselves evolves and changes throughout their adult lives.

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Constructive Development Theories

These theories emphasize that self-awareness becomes more sophisticated and complex over time.

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Kegan's Theory of Meaning Making

We're constantly making sense of the world, and this process shapes our self-understanding.

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Taking Self as Object

Being able to step back and observe yourself as if you were someone else.

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Self-Awareness and Relationships

Our evolving self-awareness influences how we interact with others and how we approach work and life.

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Experiential Learning Theory

Learning happens through experiences, and it's essential for developing self-awareness.

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Continuous Self-Evolution

The idea that self-awareness is an ongoing process, not a fixed destination.

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Self-Awareness Development

The process of gaining a deeper understanding of your thoughts, feelings, values, strengths, and weaknesses.

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Self-Awareness Gap

The difference between your current state and a desired ideal or standard.

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Motivational Spark

The drive to close the gap between your current state and your desired state.

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Intentional Change

The process of consciously choosing and pursuing specific personal changes.

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Self-Awareness and Resilience

Being aware of your strengths and weaknesses helps you bounce back from setbacks.

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Self-Identity and Career

Understanding yourself helps you find fulfilling career paths.

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Environmental Awareness

Being aware of others' expectations and opportunities.

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Closing the Gap (Self-Development)

Making conscious efforts to improve yourself by changing behaviors, skills, or attitudes.

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Changing the Standard

Adjusting your ideal or standard to better align with your current abilities and situation.

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Self-Awareness Research Focus

Recent research on self-awareness development has primarily concentrated on educational interventions and personal practices.

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Self-Awareness Research Sources

Researchers use databases like APA Psychological Abstracts, APA PsychInfo, EBSCO Host, and ProQuest to find articles related to self-awareness development.

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Self-Awareness Research Scope

Studies typically focus on college students and working adults, aiming to measure self-awareness and its changes.

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Self-Awareness Research Goal

The goal is to understand the current focus and level of research on self-awareness, particularly in the last five years.

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Self-Awareness Research Design

Research designs often involve pre- and post-test assessments to measure changes in self-awareness after interventions.

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Self-Awareness Research Methods

Researchers measure self-awareness using various tools, including surveys and questionnaires.

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Self-Awareness Research Findings

Findings are analyzed to determine the effectiveness of educational interventions in promoting self-awareness development.

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Self-Awareness Research Summary

The summary of research findings provides a comprehensive overview of current knowledge about self-awareness development.

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Reflective Self-Awareness

Consciously paying attention to yourself and your thoughts, driven by a desire to learn and grow.

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Ruminative Self-Awareness

Focusing on yourself due to a perceived threat, loss, or injustice, often leading to negative thoughts.

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Self-Insight

Assessing your strengths, weaknesses, and how you perceive opportunities and obstacles.

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Self-Image

Your overall view of yourself, including your self-confidence, self-esteem, and how you see your role in the world.

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Self-Identity

The unique characteristics and roles you see in yourself, and the roles you aspire to achieve.

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Metacognition

Awareness of your own thinking processes and understanding your cognitive strengths and weaknesses.

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Mindfulness

Being present and aware of your current thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations without judgment.

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Self-Awareness Processes

The various ways in which we become aware of ourselves and our inner world.

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Internal and External Integration

Combining insights from your internal self-awareness with your understanding of how you impact others.

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How does self-awareness impact performance?

Self-awareness helps you understand your strengths and weaknesses, allowing you to develop strategies to improve your performance in various areas.

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Why is self-awareness important in leadership?

Self-aware leaders understand their own emotions, motivations, and impact on others, allowing them to effectively motivate and guide their teams.

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How does self-awareness impact relationships?

By understanding your own emotions and boundaries, and how you are perceived by others, you can improve communication and build stronger relationships.

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Study Notes

Developing Self-Awareness: Learning Processes for Self- and Interpersonal Growth

  • Self-awareness, how we see ourselves and the impact we have on our environment, affects our behavior and the type of person we aspire to be.
  • This study examines research and practical approaches to self-awareness development over time.
  • The study builds upon existing comprehensive literature reviews to define self-awareness and evaluate its accuracy, measurement, and effects, including the potential negative aspects of excessive introspection.
  • A framework is proposed to integrate theoretical self-awareness processes.
  • Research results on educational interventions focusing on mindfulness, reflection, feedback, and coaching to increase self-awareness are presented.
  • The study emphasizes the need for further research in measuring and tracking self-awareness changes, designing interventions, analyzing self's impact on others, and self-presentation on digital media, including how self-awareness affects organizational and team membership.

Defining Self-Awareness

  • Self-awareness is the ability to understand one's self clearly, becoming the object of one's own internal attention.
  • Internal and external components define self-awareness. Internal self-awareness encompasses feelings, beliefs, thoughts, interests, goals, personality, values, and life patterns. External self-awareness includes perceptions of physical appearance and behavior, and social evaluations of ourselves and the impact of our behavior on others.
  • Self-awareness processes involve thinking about ourselves, recognizing characteristics, and applying this understanding to our interactions with others. These processes include introspection, self-examination, reflection, rumination, and mindfulness.

Self-Awareness Accuracy

  • Self-evaluations are often inaccurate, with objective assessments showing a correlation of only 0.29.
  • Implicit vs Explicit self-views explain this discrepancy. Implicit self-view operates unconsciously; explicit is conscious.
  • Differences in self-perceptions and external assessments (supervisor or peer evaluations, assessments centers) can create inaccurate or flawed self-views which could affect motivation and behaviors.

Effects of Self-Awareness

  • Self-awareness contributes to better decision making, improved team performance, increased leadership opportunities, and enhanced resilience.
  • It's associated with reduced stress, increased self-regulation, and prosocial behaviors.
  • Excessive introspective behavior may result in negative outcomes such as depression, self-blame, and anxiety.
  • People with low self-awareness may utilize self-protective mechanisms such as denial, withdrawal, and self-aggrandizement.
  • Self-awareness is linked to higher leadership effectiveness, better ability to assess uncertain situations, adapt, and maintain composure.

Interventions to develop self-awareness

  • Mindfulness training, feedback, and coaching are highlighted as effective intervention methods.
  • Interventions help develop self-awareness processes, and in turn, boost self-confidence, resilience, and self-insight
  • Time and resources are required for these interventions and continuous support beyond initial training may be helpful.

Developing Self-Awareness

  • Theory-based strategies, educational and teaching interventions, and personal interventions are proposed as three general categories.
  • Self-awareness isn't a fixed state but a continuous development.
  • Adult developmental theories (Kegan, Laske) provide a framework to understand self-awareness changes over time.
  • Experiential learning, with feedback from others plays an essential role.

Self-Awareness and Other Relationships

  • Societal culture and gender have an impact on how self-awareness is viewed.
  • Digital media usage affects how people project self-images and how these projections interact with and/or affect others.
  • Team dynamics and peer interactions influence individual self-awareness.

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