MHR 405 Chapter 3-4: MHR 405 //Chapters 3&4 // Week 2 readings
8 Feb 2017
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Self concept: an individual"s self beliefs and self - evaluations. We have an individual self ( our personal traits), relational self (interpersonal relations) , collective self ( membership in identi able social groups) Self - concept complexity , consistency , and clarity. Effects of self - concept characteristics on well- being and behaviour. Self enhancement: a person"s inherent motivation to have a positive self- concept (and to have others perceive him/ her favourably), such as being competent, attractive, lucky, ethical, and important. Self veri cation: a person"s inherent motivation con rm and maintain his/ her existing self- concept. Chapter 4 (page 81 - 98: includes seeking feedback that is not necessarily attering, but verifying. Employees are more likely to remember info that is consistent with their self- concept and screen out inconsistent info: 2. Clearer self - concept = less likely to accept contradictory feedback: 3. Employees more likely to interact with others that af rm their self view.
