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- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/00%3A_Front_Matter/07%3A_PrefaceWhile this book will focus on some of the theories you might find in an OB book, the focus is a direct benefit to students in their current and future jobs. This book will meet the needs of a course i...While this book will focus on some of the theories you might find in an OB book, the focus is a direct benefit to students in their current and future jobs. This book will meet the needs of a course in the business department or will be offered to professional technical students in any number of career fields, such as automotive, dental hygiene, culinary, or technology.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/06%3A_Understand_Your_Motivations/6.02%3A_Human_Motivation_at_WorkThere are a number of theories that attempt to describe what makes a satisfied employee versus an unsatisfied employee. Knowing what motivates us—and what doesn’t—is the key to choosing the right care...There are a number of theories that attempt to describe what makes a satisfied employee versus an unsatisfied employee. Knowing what motivates us—and what doesn’t—is the key to choosing the right career path. It may be surprising, but much of what makes us satisfied or unsatisfied at work has little to do with money. We will discuss some of these theories next.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/01%3A_What_is_Human_RelationsHuman relations is an important part to our career success. It is defined as relations with or between people, particularly in a workplace setting. Because a company depends on good human relations th...Human relations is an important part to our career success. It is defined as relations with or between people, particularly in a workplace setting. Because a company depends on good human relations through its organizational structure, developing these skills is important. Technology has greatly impacted human relations because so much of our communication occurs without the advantage of seeing body language. This can result in miscommunications.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/13%3A_Manage_Your_Career/13.03%3A_Career_Growth_-_Behaviors_and_ChangeHow to get promoted must be one of the questions managers are asked the most. Often earning a promotion or movement into a higher level is dependent on not only one’s skills and abilities but also cer...How to get promoted must be one of the questions managers are asked the most. Often earning a promotion or movement into a higher level is dependent on not only one’s skills and abilities but also certain behaviors. According to Long Yun Siang of Career Success for Newbies, there are several characteristics people have that can help them earn a promotion, and these areas fall into one of three categories: plan, attitude, and action. They are as follows:
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/01%3A_What_is_Human_Relations/1.03%3A_Personality_and_Attitude_EffectsOur personality is defined as a set of traits that can explain or predict a person’s behavior in variety of situations. In other words, personality is a set of characteristics that reflect the way we ...Our personality is defined as a set of traits that can explain or predict a person’s behavior in variety of situations. In other words, personality is a set of characteristics that reflect the way we think and act in a given situation. Because of this, our personality has a lot to do with how we relate to one another at work. How we think, what we feel, and our normal behavior characterize what our colleagues come to expect of us both in behavior and the expectation of their interactions with us
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/01%3A_What_is_Human_Relations/1.05%3A_Self-Esteem_and_Self-Confidence_EffectsSelf-esteem is the opinion you have of yourself and your perception on your value as a person. Low (negative) self-esteem can cause people to be negative, lack motivation, and be moody. Those with hig...Self-esteem is the opinion you have of yourself and your perception on your value as a person. Low (negative) self-esteem can cause people to be negative, lack motivation, and be moody. Those with higher (positive) self-esteem like themselves, so they expect others to like them, too. Self-confidence, on the other hand, is your belief in yourself and your abilities. Often, people with high self-esteem also have self-confidence, although this may not always be the case.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/13%3A_Manage_Your_Career/13.06%3A_Chapter_Summary_and_CaseThis is different from influence, which is the application of our power to get people to do what we want them to do. His job includes managing safety and breaks and setting schedules for his twenty-fi...This is different from influence, which is the application of our power to get people to do what we want them to do. His job includes managing safety and breaks and setting schedules for his twenty-five employees who use forklifts and other machinery to package and move filled bottles on to trucks for delivery. While Robert wants to be promoted in the organization, he knows he lacks some of the skills needed to do the job, such as the ability to put together budgets.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/02%3A_Achieve_Personal_Success/2.S%3A_Achieve_Personal_Success_(Summary)Emotional intelligence (EQ) is different from intelligence quotient (IQ) in that EQ can help predict career success and can be improved over time, whereas IQ is stable over time. Social awareness refe...Emotional intelligence (EQ) is different from intelligence quotient (IQ) in that EQ can help predict career success and can be improved over time, whereas IQ is stable over time. Social awareness refers to one’s ability to read body language and social cues to develop positive relationships both professionally and personally. People resist change because of fear of job security, fear of the unknown, fear of failure, their individual personality, and bad past experience with change.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/13%3A_Manage_Your_Career/13.01%3A_Prelude_to_Managing_Your_CareerIn the morning, Jackson gives a lot of thought to what he is going to wear to work. Not only does he want to look nice, but he also finds that clients respect him more and look to him for answers when...In the morning, Jackson gives a lot of thought to what he is going to wear to work. Not only does he want to look nice, but he also finds that clients respect him more and look to him for answers when he dresses up. His company has a casual policy, but Jackson always wears at least dress pants and a button-up shirt. The program director wears the same outfit, and Jackson wants to be promoted some time, so he assumes it is best to look the part.
