According to Expectancy Theory, a Skill-Development Training Program Would

question 21

Multiple Choice

According to Expectancy Theory, a skill-development training program would:

• A)have no effect on employee motivation.
• B)mainly increase the effort-to-performance expectancy.
• C)mainly increase the performance-to-outcome expectancy.
• D)mainly increase the valence of pay increases and other organizational outcomes.
• E)mainly alter the comparison other.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Therapies

A category of psychotherapies that aim to change maladaptive thinking patterns to improve mood and behavior, based on the premise that thoughts influence feelings and behaviors.

Future Direction

Refers to the planned or anticipated path that an individual or organization intends to follow over a period of time.

Psychotherapy Integration

An approach to psychotherapy that combines methods and insights from various therapeutic orientations to best meet the needs of a client.

Meaning in Life

Pertains to the significance individuals find in their lives, often relating to their understanding of purpose, values, and reasons for being.