1. Working remotely rather than in a central location (e.g., office) to which all employees converge has become increasingly common. This may have implications for motivation and performance management that you are to discuss.

Answer "1a" or "1b" below. Do not answer both.

a) Does working remotely impact employee motivation? What might increase motivation? What might decrease it? Consider possible individual differences in reactions to this form of work. Refer to theories of motivation where relevant

b) Discuss the possible impact of working remotely on performance management systems. In other words, can a performance management system created for working in the office be applied to remote work or are there changes that need to be made?

2) Organizational change (major change, not little changes) is difficult. A major issue that needs to be addressed in change efforts is resistance to change from organizational members. Describe the reasons for resistance to change. Discuss possible ways to overcome resistance to change.

Please explain the above questions with respect to organizational behavior.