1. Motivational Theories Exercise
Review the different motivational theories in Chapter 2 and address each of the following assignment requirements:
- Choose three motivational theories and write a brief summary about each one.
- Write a brief analysis in which you compare and contrast these three theories.
- Explain how managers can use motivation theories to motivate employees.
The completed assignment should be at least 1 page.
2. Your personal characteristics influence your perceptions, attitudes, and interpersonal behavior. This assignment will help you determine your individual personality type to help guide your interactions with others:
- Complete Question 2 of "Check your Understanding" on page 109.
- Take at least two of the personality tests located at Queendom (Links to an external site.).
- Write a paper in which you address the following prompts:
- Summarize the results of each test and explain what your strongest and weakest traits are.
- Compare and contrast the results from the two personality tests.
- Do they contradict or confirm one another?
- How can knowing one's personality type affect how they work with others?
- How can it help improve one's leadership skills?
The completed assignment should be at least 1 page.
Book
Hegar, K. W. (2012). Modern human relations at work (11th ed.). Mason, OH: South-Western.