Discuss the Main Tenets of the "New Public Service

question 12

Essay

Discuss the main tenets of the "new public service." How do they differ from traditional models?

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Definitions:

Social Comparison

The process of evaluating oneself by comparison with others, often in terms of abilities, achievements, and social status.

Sociometer Model

The idea that a basic function of self-esteem is to indicate to the individual how much he or she is accepted by other people.

Individualist Cultures

Societies that prioritize the needs and goals of the individual over the group.

Collectivist Cultures

Societies that prioritize group goals over individual ones and emphasize strong social ties and interdependence.