11-20 Flashcards
Pygmalion Effect
Another name for Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
Fundamental Attribution Error
Placing too much importance on personality, when interpreting human behavior
Attribution Theory
How people attribute behavior to personality
Locus of Control
People believe they control their fate through their own efforts
Magnitude
The level of difficulty a person feels they can attain
Emotional Intelligence
The ability to cope and be self-motivated
Behavioral Intentions
The extent to which a person actually expects to engage in a behavior
Job Satisfaction
A person feels positively or negatively about various aspects of work
Normative Commitment (G&V)
A strong belief in the organization’s goals and values
Affective Commitment
A strong emotional attachment to the organization
