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- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/06%3A_Understand_Your_Motivations/6.03%3A_Strategies_Used_to_Increase_MotivationAs we have addressed so far in this chapter, human motivation is an important aspect to understanding what makes us happy or unhappy at our jobs. Companies implement many strategies to keep us motivat...As we have addressed so far in this chapter, human motivation is an important aspect to understanding what makes us happy or unhappy at our jobs. Companies implement many strategies to keep us motivated at work. This section will discuss some of those specific strategies.
- 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)/09%3A_Handle_Conflict_and_Negotiation/9.02%3A_Understanding_ConflictIn this chapter, you’ll see that learning how to handle conflict and engaging in effective negotiation are key to successful human relations and to a successful career. Learning how to handle conflict...In this chapter, you’ll see that learning how to handle conflict and engaging in effective negotiation are key to successful human relations and to a successful career. Learning how to handle conflict confidently is a key component in your emotional intelligence toolkit, specifically, self-awareness and relationship management. Without the ability to deal with conflict, we would have no friends or partner, and very little work would get done.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/09%3A_Handle_Conflict_and_Negotiation/9.06%3A_Ethical_and_Cross-Cultural_NegotiationsEthics establish a way of doing what is right, fair, and honest. If your counterpart feels you are being unfair or dishonest, he or she is less likely to make any concessions—or even to negotiate with...Ethics establish a way of doing what is right, fair, and honest. If your counterpart feels you are being unfair or dishonest, he or she is less likely to make any concessions—or even to negotiate with you in the first place. Not understanding cultural differences is another common mistake. Some cultures have a higher or lower threshold for conflict. For example, in countries such as Japan or Korea, the preference is for harmony (called wa in Japan) rather than overt conflict.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/09%3A_Handle_Conflict_and_Negotiation
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/12%3A_Be_a_Leader/12.01%3A_Prelude_to_LeadershipCasey thinks about the situation and asks you if the timing of Casey's behavior change was around the same time corporate people had come to visit. Casey explains that many of the managers have been t...Casey thinks about the situation and asks you if the timing of Casey's behavior change was around the same time corporate people had come to visit. Casey explains that many of the managers have been told they need to make some changes in the organization, and these changes are those that must be done without feedback from employees. Casey says that he knows it is different than the usual management style of the branch and asks you if you can hang on for a little longer.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/02%3A_Achieve_Personal_SuccessPersonal success may include the ability to travel, interpersonal relationships, friendships, and other factors that have little to do with professional success. We know there is much crossover betwee...Personal success may include the ability to travel, interpersonal relationships, friendships, and other factors that have little to do with professional success. We know there is much crossover between skills that can help us achieve both professional and personal success or happiness. Emotional intelligence is one of those skills, which we will discuss in greater detail throughout this chapter.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/02%3A_Achieve_Personal_Success/2.01%3A_Prelude_to_Achieving_Personal_SuccessDesiree does not earn large sums of money and does not have a fancy job title. She has never been promoted and has worked as an administrative assistant for twelve years for more or less the same sala...Desiree does not earn large sums of money and does not have a fancy job title. She has never been promoted and has worked as an administrative assistant for twelve years for more or less the same salary. However, she does not have the goal of being promoted and prefers to leave the office at 5 pm and not have to think about work beyond that. She has a rich life full of friends and travel. One would not argue that Desiree has achieved success and happiness personally.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/10%3A_Manage_Diversity_at_Work/10.04%3A_Chapter_Summary_and_CaseMulticulturalism is similar to diversity but focuses on the development of a greater understanding of how power in society can be unequal because of race, gender, sexual orientation, power, and privil...Multiculturalism is similar to diversity but focuses on the development of a greater understanding of how power in society can be unequal because of race, gender, sexual orientation, power, and privilege. Many studies have shown a direct link between the amount of diversity in a workplace and the success of the company. While you have been on the job for three months, you have noticed a few concerning things in the area of multiculturalism, besides the way your salary was offered.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Communication/Human_Relations/Human_Relations_(Dias)/08%3A_Make_Good_Decisions/8.01%3A_Chapter_IntroductionThe hardest thing to learn in life is which bridge to cross and which to burn. The other job is a lower salary and position, but the possibilities to grow with the company seem better. Big decisions, ...The hardest thing to learn in life is which bridge to cross and which to burn. The other job is a lower salary and position, but the possibilities to grow with the company seem better. Big decisions, such as career choices, take a lot of planning and thought to make sure we make the right decision for our needs. This chapter will discuss the ways we can learn to make good personal decisions but also good decisions for the organizations we work for.
- 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.
