Lecture 5 (Decent work) Flashcards
Decent work
employment that respects human rights, fair income, security, social protection and participation
Utilitarianism
Behavior is just if it benefits the majority
Kantian ethics (Stakeholder theory)
emphasizes individual rights, duties, and universal principles. It argues that the morally right action is one that is done from duty, regardless of its consequences
Stress capacity
level of issues that our responses are positive in terms of work performance and well-being
Intrinsic motivators
Stem from person’s internal desire to do something, self-applied
Extrinsic motivators
Stem from outside the
individual and include
tangible rewards (pay)
Maslow’s needs pyramid
Physiological
Safety
Belonging
Esteem
Self-actualization
Herzberg motivator-hygiene theory
Hygiene - dissatisfaction
Opportunities - satisfaction
Equity theory
People should get a proporcionate reward for their efforts
Vroom’s Expectancy theory
individuals choose behaviors based on their expectations of outcomes and rewards
Effort = Expectancy * Instrumentality * Valence
Expectancy - Expectation of increase effort will increase performance
Instrumentality - Expectation of increased performance leading to rewards
Valence - How important the reward is
Discretionary behavior
Extra effort that employees put into their work beyond what is defined or expected
Structural empowerment
Delegating authority to the lowest level
Psychological empowerment
State of mind in which employees take ownership of their jobs and show proactive behavior
Five indicators of decent work
- Productive work (job provides sufficient income for independent life)
- Equity (No discrimination)
- Dignity (Quality of life outside work)
- Security (No hazards to physical and psychological health)
- Social dialogue (Workers have a say in their conditions & are taken seriously)
State of homeostasis meaning
Steady and optimal level of physical, emotional and social stability
People can do what is required of them
