DISCUSSION 1: Attribution Theory
1. Your boss has recently heard a little about attribution theory and has asked you to explain it to him in more detail, focusing on its possible usefulness in managing your department. How do you address his request? Please make sure you indicate your department. Respond to at least two of your classmates' postings.
DISCUSSION 2: Career Planning
Describe how career planning is useful throughout one's career and is not just carried out during initial entry. Respond to at least two of your classmates' postings
Required Resources
Text: Schermerhorn, J., Osborn, R., Uhl-Bien, M., & Hunt, J. (2012). Organizational behavior. (12th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. ISBN: 9780470878200
• Chapter 1: Introducing Organizational Behavior
• Chapter 2: Individual Differences, Values, and Diversity
• Chapter 3: Emotions, Attitudes, and Job Satisfaction
• Chapter 4: Perception, Attribution, and Learning
Articles
Duffus, L.R. (2004). The personal strategic plan: A tool for career planning and advancement. International Journal of Management, 21(2), 144-148.Feldman, D.C. (1989). Careers in organizations: Recent trends and future directions.Journal of Management, 15(2), 135.
Use references for both discussions.