Recently, during a group project in my Organizational Behavior class, I applied Organizational Behavior Modification (OB Mod) to improve a teammate's participation. One member consistently missed deadlines and contributed minimally. Instead of confronting them directly, I used positive reinforcementa key OB Mod strategy. I began by acknowledging their efforts, however small, in group chats and during Zoom meetings. I also privately messaged them to thank them for their input and encouraged their ideas, making it clear that their contributions were valued.

This positive reinforcement increased their engagement noticeably. They began submitting work on time and even took the initiative to suggest ideas for our final presentation. I believe the behavioral change resulted from the reinforcement of desirable actions rather than criticizing the poor ones.

I was satisfied with the outcome, as the team functioned more cohesively and we performed well. However, in hindsight, I would have set clearer expectations and established a shared timeline earlier. This might have prevented the initial lack of motivation. Still, applying OB Mod helped transform a negative behavior into a productive one, reinforcing the importance of acknowledgment and encouragement in shaping behavior in both academic and professional settings.

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