Organizational Behavior Essentials You Always Wanted To Know

Section 1: Introduction

1. What Is Organizational Behavior? History, Theories, Global Perspectives

1.1 The Changing Workplace

1.2 The Challenge of Increased Quality

1.3 Employee Motivation and Commitment

1.4 Global Organizational Behavior

1.5 Leadership Responsibilities

1.6 Training

1.7 Diversity and Inclusion

1.8 Globalization and Leadership

1.9 Global Culture and Communication

Chapter Summary

Quiz 1

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Section 2: The Individual

2. Understanding People At Work: Diversity And Individual Differences

2.1 Inclusion Leadership

2.2 Workplace Diversity

2.3 Managing Differences

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Quiz 2

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3. Motivation And Reinforcement

3.1 Key Concepts of Reinforcement

3.2 Motivation

3.3 Expectancy Theory of Motivation

3.4 Performance Management and Motivation

Chapter Summary

Quiz 3

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4. Perceptions, Decision-Making, And Problem Solving

4.1 Perceptions and Behavior

4.2 Problem Solving

4.3 Decision Making

4.4 Decision Making Framework

Chapter Summary

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5. Theories In Talent Development

5.1 Talent Development and Training

5.2 ADDIE - Analysis

5.3 ADDIE - Design

5.4 ADDIE - Development

5.5 ADDIE - Implementation and Evaluation

5.6 Kirkpatrick Model

5.7 Globalization of Training

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Section 3: The Group

6. Group Behavior, Teamwork And High-Performance Teams

6.1 Stage 1: Forming

6.2 Stage 2: Storming

6.3 Stage 3: Norming

6.4 Stage 4: Performing

6.5 Stage 5: Adjourning

6.6 Team Development

6.7 Cultural Differences

6.8 Qualities of High-Performing Teams

6.9 Talent Acquisition

6.10 Rewards and Motivation

6.11 Leadership and Communication

6.12 Empowering Teams

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7. High-Performance Job Designs

7.1 The Value of High-Performing Work Systems

7.2 High-Performance Work Systems and Employee Empowerment

7.3 Role of Human Resources in High-Performance Job Designs and Work Systems

7.4 Technology in High-Performance Organizations

7.5 Align Goals with Business Strategy

7.6 Performance Management in HPWS

7.7 Impact of High-Performance Work Systems

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8. Information And Communication

8.1 Communication Within Organization

8.2 Groups and Teams

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9. Power And Politics

9.1 Different Ways Organizations Use Power

9.2 Power at all Levels

9.3 Power and Leadership

Chapter Summary

Quiz 9

10. Decision Making, Conflict, And Negotiation

10.1 Decision Making Leadership

10.2 Communication

10.3 Motivation and Accountability

10.4 Building Positive Relationships

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Section 4: Organizations

11. Basic Attributes Of Organizations

11.1 Different Leadership Role & Skills

11.2 Organizational Global Culture

11.3 Organizational Environment and Motivation

11.4 Managing Workplace Stress

11.5 Leadership: Fundamentals & Emerging Perspectives

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12. Strategic Competency And Organizational
Design

12.1 Technology Supports Technology

12.2 Organizational Design and Talent Pool

12.3 Cultivate Leadership

12.4 Elevate Training Initiatives

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13. High-Performance Organizational Cultures

13.1 Creating a High-Performance Culture

13.2 From Vision to Performance

13.3 Traits of High-Performance Work Teams

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14. Change, Innovation And Stress

14.1 Political Aspect in Leadership

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15. Human Resource Management Systems

15.1 HRMS Effectiveness and Efficiencies

15.2 Recruitment Tracking

15.3 Confidential Personnel Files

15.4 Payroll

15.5 Benefits Administration

15.6 Learning and Development

15.7 Performance Management

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Glossary

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-- Dr. Benito Garza, South Texas College

This book provides an exploration into how managers and employees work in groups for the completion of organizational objectives. Emphasis is placed on the growing dependency in understanding the behavior and the personality of communities of practice (teams) in the workplace. The book equips students with insights regarding the ability to manage work teams, operate and navigate teams successfully, and to obtain successful results via team dynamics. Researchers tell us that opportunities to succeed need to be more abundant in today’s workplaces; the author of this book is the proverbial knock and invitation for students to open that door.
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This book will be an industry standard on how you provide a blueprint in creating a more sustainable and equitable work environment. Organizational Behavior Essentials You Always Wanted to Know will provide a strategic developmental framework in re-invigorating your employees to high level success.
-- Denean Robinson, Instructor of Workforce Continuing Education

This book will make a valuable addition to a business library or a public library with a business collection.
-- Tim Neale, Aurora Public Library, Canada

A concise guide in helping the reader understand the components of organizations as well as identify what makes a successful organization
-- Jeff Conner, Library Director, Command Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY), Japan

I recommend this book if you are first learning the art of leadership, or just need reminders on the aspects of management.
-- Annie Bahringer,
Library Director,
North Shore Library

Organizational Behaviors is a vast subject of study and it requires a comprehensive and holistic approach to understand it. This book has nicely presented the essential concepts of Organizational Behaviors in easy language for the students of management programs. The quizzes at the end of the chapters are helpful in self assessments of the learning. All essential and relevant aspects related to Organizational Behavior are considered in this book and it is useful for the practitioners also.
-- ANANT KUMAR SRIVASTAVA
Professor- Information Systems and Analytics,Asia-Pacific Institute of Management, New Delhi
Professor of Information Systems and Analytics and Consultant for Business Process Re-Engineering

The book is a congruent guide leading you from one chapter to another. Right from making readers
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-- Ms. Jyoti Kukreja Assistant Professor,
Jagannath International Management School,
Kalkaji, New Delhi

This is a very good read for organizational behavior -- it helped me see how I should manage, employ, and divide up job duties to my employees. I would recommend this book to anyone looking into management and leadership responsibilities.
-- Allison Marie
Librarything User

I have a background in organizational communication, having taught one semester of it. As the title implies, this is an overview of organizational behavior, with quizzes and references for further reading and discussion.
-- 06nwingert
Librarything User

I work for the government which is a massive organization. My previous work experience was in the private sector so going public was a big change for me. I’m young in my career and I work with people twice my age so I am always looking for ways to delicately shake up the work place without ruining our mission. This was a great read with solid information. I’m not going to be able to change the whole government but I’ll try to implement some of the things I’ve learned and also try to keep things I learned about as well.
-- Ashlie Sannan
Net Galley User

This book is a great resource for managers, planners and business consultants. Heck, it’s great for every person that works for an organization. Green or seasoned, there’s insight in this book for everyone on topics such as office politics, diversity, effective leading, learning and development, and stress in the workforce. I’m very pleased I picked up a copy of Organizational Behavior Essentials You Always Wanted To Know. If you’re thinking about getting a copy of this book, I highly recommend it.
-- Shelly Harlander
Net Galley User

This serves as a good little primer volume on organizational behavior. The organization is excellent - each chapter begins with an overview of topics to be covered, then addresses the topics and ends with a short summary (followed by a short quiz). The material is presented at a very high level and is geared to only providing an introduction to the material. Although there is a bibliography at the end, i believe the authors would be much better served having a section for "further reading" at the end of each chapter.
-- Jasoos
Librarything User

As a manager, I have found this book incredibly useful. It is easy to read and is organized into chapters that actually make sense. This is an excellent tool to help manage the workplace, create motivation, increase effective problem solving, and increase productivity in the office. It is also quite useful for inner reflection on what type of manager/leader you currently are, and helps you plan a roadmap to the type of leader you want to be. I highly recommend this to any business professional!
-- Amy Garrett

The content was interesting and covers many business topics. Many of the topics placed responsibility for success on leadership skills of higher management. Development of a proper culture and concern for employees was key. The author includes summaries after each chapter and a set of questions to test your knowledge. The comments seemed to be truisms about influence and power as well as conflict resolution. The need to be able to address change is also a key. I thought the book was well done.
-- Glenn Bell
Librarything User

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