HRMT 70015 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Life Satisfaction, Equal Opportunity, Baby Boomers
13 Nov 2020
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Chapter 3 values, attitudes, and diversity in the workplace. Intensity attribute specifies how important it is. Value system = ranking individual"s values in terms of their intensity. Ethics = study of moral principles that guide our behaviour and inform us whether actions are right or wrong. Kent hodgson identified 7 general moral principles that individuals should follow when making decisions: called the magnificent seven". Values are learned; passed down through generations and vary by culture. Indulgence natural human desires related to enjoying life: restraint need to control and gratification of needs. Global leadership and organizational behaviour effectiveness (globe) = cross-cultural investigation of leadership and national culture. Identified 9 dimensions which national cultures differ: added dimensions: humane orientation, performance orientation. Individuals that have better understanding to job requirements will do better and have greater satisfaction and organizational commitment: positive work attitudes, lower turnover, and greater productivity. 2 major factors that clash in values in canadian workplace: generational differences and cultural differences.
