Hackman and Oldham Developed a Way to Score Jobs on Their

question 1

Multiple Choice

Hackman and Oldham developed a way to score jobs on their potential to motivate an individual.All of the following are job characteristics tied to this motivation potential except

• A)the extent to which the individual identifies with coworkers.
• B)the extent to which a task or job is self-contained.
• C)the extent to which the individual can control schedules.
• D)the number of skills required to perform a job successfully.

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Definitions:

Employee Needs

Refer to the requirements or conditions necessary for employees' well-being, satisfaction, and productivity in the workplace, such as fair wages, safe working conditions, and recognition.

Leadership Substitutes Model

A theory suggesting that certain characteristics of the organization, task, or subordinates can diminish or replace the need for leadership.

Transformational Leaders

Leaders who inspire and motivate followers to achieve extraordinary outcomes by transforming their values and priorities.

Path-Goal Leadership Theory

The Path-Goal Leadership Theory posits that leaders can enhance employee performance and satisfaction by clarifying paths to goals, removing obstacles, and providing or increasing rewards for goal achievement.