In Your Own Words, Define Organizational Behavior OB

question 16

Essay

In your own words, define Organizational Behavior OB. Include in your answer the purpose of OB.

Appreciate the role of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in enhancing work performance.

Identify strategies for finding work that aligns with personal interests and strengths.

Recognize the impact of preconceptions and biases in the hiring process and employee evaluations.

Understand the key factors that influence a market economy.

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Definitions:

Linear

Describing something that is sequential or straightforward, often used in contexts like processes or growth patterns that follow a direct path.

Profit-Sharing Programs

Incentive plans introduced by businesses that provide employees with a share of the company's profits beyond their standard pay.

Skill-Based Pay

A compensation system that bases an employee’s pay on the skills, knowledge, and abilities they demonstrate, rather than their job title or position.

Company Profits

The financial surplus generated from a company's operations after subtracting all expenses from its total revenue.