Perception of Self and Others

Self$-$Perception

Definition: Explain the concept of self$-$perception.

Components:

Self$-$Concept: Discuss the understanding of one's identity.

Self$-$Esteem: Explain the evaluation of one's worth.

Self$-$Efficacy: Discuss belief in one's abilities.

Impact: Provide examples of how self$-$perception affects behavior and performance.

Perception of Others

Definition: Explain how we form perceptions of others.

Perceptual Process: Discuss the steps involved in the perceptual process $($attention$,$ organization, interpretation$).$

Perceptual Biases: Describe common biases $($stereotyping$,$ halo effect$)$ and their impact on judgment.

Examples: Provide scenarios showing how perception influences workplace interactions.

Section $2$: Factors Influencing Individual Behavior and Performance

Internal Factors

Personality: Reiterate the influence of personality traits.

Values: Discuss how personal values guide behavior.

Attitudes: Explain how attitudes $($e$.$g$.,$ job satisfaction$)$ affect performance.

Emotions: Discuss the role of emotions in shaping behavior.

External Factors

Organizational Culture: Explain how the shared values and norms within an organization impact behavior.

Leadership: Discuss how leadership styles and behaviors influence individual performance.

Work Environment: Describe the impact of physical and social work environment on behavior.

Motivation: Discuss theories of motivation $($e$.$g$.,$ Maslow$$s Hierarchy of Needs, Herzberg$$s Two$-$Factor Theory$)$ and their influence on performance.

Section $3$: Types of Individual Behavior

Task Performance

Definition: Explain what task performance is$.$

Importance: Discuss its significance for achieving organizational goals.

Organizational Citizenship Behavior $($OCB$)$

Definition: Describe OCB and its characteristics.

Importance: Explain how OCB contributes to organizational effectiveness.

Counterproductive Work Behavior $($CWB$)$

Definition: Explain what CWB is and provide examples.

Impact: Discuss the negative effects of CWB on organizational performance.

Withdrawal Behaviors

Definition: Describe withdrawal behaviors $($e$.$g$.,$ absenteeism$,$ turnover$).$

Impact: Explain how withdrawal behaviors affect the organization.