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principles of organizational behavior
Questions and Answers of
Principles Of Organizational Behavior
I have effective and adaptable contingency plans available.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I am likely to impress others as :(a) Practical and direct.(b) Emotional and somewhat stimulating.(c) Astute and logical.(d) Intellectually oriented and difficult to understand.
I seize opportunities to reward, celebrate, and encourage successful change.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I make sure everybody knows the answer to “What’s in it for me ?”1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I am careful not to create over-optimistic or over-pessimistic expectations.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I plan well ahead for the long-term pay-offs of change.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I try to anticipate and lead change within my organization.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I ensure that thorough training keeps people up to date with change.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I review and revise the assumptions that underlie the change plan.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I use quantitative measurement to obtain the results that I want.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I use quick-fix changes for instant results early in the change programme.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I use and develop teams as the basic units of change management.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I obtain people’s agreement to the actions demanded of them.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I consult widely in the process of deciding on strategy and action.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I break change projects down into manageable components.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
Explain mentoring. How it helps the change management of an organization ?
People in organizations are only motivated by extrinsic rewards such as pay and bonus. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
My job is like a hobby to me. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
My job is usually interesting enough to keep me from getting bored. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
It seems that my friends are more interested in their jobs. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
I am often bored with my job. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
I feel fairly well satisfied with my present job. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
Most of the time I have to force myself to go to work. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
I am satisfied with my job for the time being. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
I feel that my job is no more interesting than others I could get. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
I definitely dislike my work. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
I feel that I am happier in my work than most other people. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
Most days I am enthusiastic about my work. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
Most people do not like to work. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
Most people today generally avoid responsibility. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
Many employees in big companies today do not accept the company’s goals but instead work only for their own welfare. 5 4 3 2 1 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly
Most people are not innovative and are not interested in helping their employers to solve problems. 5 4 3 2 1 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
Most people need someone else to tell them how to do their job. 5 4 3 2 1 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
Many people today have little ambition, preferring to stay where they are and not work hard for advancement. 5 4 3 2 1 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
Each day of work seems like it will never end. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
I like my job better than the average worker does. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
My job is pretty uninteresting. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
I consider my work more than my leisure time. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
Which of the suggestions described in the chapter for managing an organizational change successfully seem to be the most difficult to manage ? Why ?
Explain the reason for failure of OD programmes in India.
What do you mean by Change management ? List out a successful change management programme for Traditional company aspire to go international.
I find real enjoyment in my work. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
I am disappointed that I ever took this job. Strongly Agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree
Most employees today are lazy and have to be forced to work hard. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
I make full use of the latest worthwhile IT developments.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
List major OD programmes in detail.
Define power and politics.
If I thought I was being treated unfairly, I would be very motivated to change things. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
It makes me uncomfortable if I think someone else is not being treated fairly. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
In the way I approach my work, I :(a) Want it to be stimulating and involve lively interaction with others.(b) Concentrate to make sure the work is systematically or logically developed.(c) Want to
In communicating with other, I may :(a) Appear to lost interest with talk that is too detailed.(b) Convey impatience with those who express ideas that are obviously not complete.(c) Show little
When circumstances prevent me from doing what I want, I find it most useful to :(a) Review any weakness in my approach and modify it accordingly.(b) Re-think all that has happened and develop a new
Sometimes I think I may appear to others as being :(a) Too emotional or too intense.(b) Almost too controlled or perhaps too logical.(c) Too concerned with specifics and matters related to how to do
When I write to an individual I do not know, I usually try to :(a) Clarify the reasons for the contact and relate this to my purpose in writing.(b) Highlight in plain language what I want, need, or
When confronted by others with a different point of view, I can usually make progress by :(a) Getting at least one or two specific commitments on which we can build later.(b) Trying to put myself in
In terms of the dimension of time, I probably concentrate most on :(a) Whether what I’m doing or planning to do is going to hurt or disturb others.(b) Making sure that any actions I take is
In reacting to individuals whom I meet socially, I am likely to consider whether :(a) They can contribute ideas and challenge.(b) They seem thoughtful and reflective.(c) They are interesting and fun
In speaking to groups with whom I have little regular contact, I would hope to leave the impression of being :(a) A systematic thinker who can analyse the kind of problems the particular group is
It doesn’t really bother me if someone else gets a better deal than me. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
It is impossible for everyone to be treated fairly all the time. 5 4 3 2 1 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
When I’m a manager, I’ll make sure that all of my employees are treated unfairly. 5 4 3 2 1 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
Short-term inequities are okay, because things are even out in the long run. 5 4 3 2 1 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
I would quit my job if I thought I was being treated unfairly. 5 4 3 2 1 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
In stressful interactions with others, I may occasionally :(a) Be too open, expressing feelings that might have been better left unsaid.(b) Be overly cautious and avoid some contacts that might have
If I am not careful, others may at times feel that I am :(a) Highly unemotional and inclined towards being impersonal or detached.(b) Superficial or self-centered.(c) Snobbish, superior, or
I feel satisfied with myself when I :(a) Get more accomplished than I planned.(b) Understand the underlying feelings of others and react in a helpful way.(c) Solve a problem by using a logical or
Explain various methods resorted to different people of yours in acquiring political base in any organisation .
I think it is important for everyone to be treated fairly. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
I pay a lot of attention to how I am treated, in comparison to how others are treated. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
I find it easy to be convincing when I am :(a) Sensitive to my own feelings and those of others.(b) Logical, patient, and forbearing.(c) Practical and direct.(d) Intellectually in control of things
I enjoy it when others see me as :(a) Intellectually gifted and having wisdom.(b) An individual who knows where he or she is going and has competence to get there.(c) Creative and stimulating.(d) A
When things are not going well, I feel it is preferable to :(a) Maintain an approach that has proved effective before, even though by taking risks I might with more victories.(b) Be respected as
When others pressure me, I am :(a) Overly emotional, impulsive, or inclined to lose control of my feelings.(b) Too inclined towards being analytical and critical of them.(c) Too concerned with
In considering my approach to difficult situations, it is possible that I become overly involved :(a) An intellectual arguments.(b) Getting and doing as I wish in the current issue.(c) In the world
Explain how important power hierarchy to the organisation.
How can we acquire power ?
Explain the sources of power.
Define organisation politics and method of resolving politics.
How do you control dysfunctional organisation politics ?
I get really angry if I think I’m being treated unfairly. 5 4 3 2 Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree Nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree
Imagine you as a CEO of a social welfare institution. How do you acquire power among the members ?
I involve customers and suppliers in my plans for change.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I keep my change philosophy simple and concise.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I link change to any known needs of the customers.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I like to be different and seek productive ways of creating difference.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
I make a full and careful business case for changes and change projects.1. Never 2. Occasionally 3. Frequently 4. Always
Which of the decision-making problems may have occurred at India com ?
What type of decisions was each of these ?
Identify the many different decisions indya.com made that eventually led to its problems.
If you were advising a major U.S. company that is planning investments in South Korea, how would you advise them to handle the Kim administration ?
Where is the communication process breaking down in this situation ?
What role does communication play in relations between business and government in South Korea ?
How should subsequent performance be measured ?
What time frame should be established for the various actions proposed ?
Who should be responsible for implementation ?
What resources-human, financial, or other-will be required ?
What is the role of leadership in developing maintaining, and changing organizational culture
Identify ways in which the internationalisation of business affects businesses in India.
How do you assess the organizational effectiveness ? What criteria you apply when you measure success of new generation companies like Infosys and ICICI Ltd. ?
Visit a leading corporate house like Infosys, or ICICI via Internet and chat with their leader N.R. Narayana Murthy or K.V. Kamath. Find out what made motivate him to set a tam for the new
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