Week 4 - Motivation and Performance Flashcards
What are the three components of motivation?
Direction (what a person does), intensity (how hard they work), and persistence (how long they work).
What does SMART in SMART goal setting stand for?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-based.
What is the difference between promotion-focused and prevention-focused individuals?
Promotion-focused individuals strive for achievement and advancement, while prevention-focused individuals avoid risks and threats.
What are the five core dimensions of job characteristics theory?
Skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, and feedback.
What is job crafting?
When individuals design their own work to increase engagement and satisfaction.
Define equity theory.
Employees assess fairness by comparing their input-output ratio to others’.
What are the four types of organizational justice?
Distributive, procedural, interpersonal, and informational justice.
What is the Pygmalion effect?
High expectations from leaders lead to better performance by employees.
What is the Golem effect?
Low expectations from leaders result in poor employee performance.
What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
Intrinsic motivation is driven by interest and enjoyment, while extrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards.
Define amotivation
A lack of motivation or intention to act.
What are the three needs in self-determination theory?
Autonomy, competence, and relatedness.
What is the Galatea effect?
When individuals set high expectations for themselves and perform accordingly.
What are the key steps in performance management?
Regularly discussing employee performance and aligning it with organizational goals.
What are common problems with performance reviews?
Perceptions of bias, fear of punishment, and resistance to negative feedback.
