Week 1 discussion

In response to
security threats in todays world, the U.S. government federalized airport
security workers. Many argued that simply making screeners federal
workers would not solve the root problem: bored, low-paid, and poorly trained
security workers have little motivation to be vigilant. Using one of the
motivational theories or methods presented in Chapter 5, describe how these
employees might be motivated to provide the security that travel threats now
demand. Please state the theory/method in the “Subject” field
of your posting, and, if possible, select a theory/method that has not yet been
discussed by a classmate.

Week 2 discussions

Complete the Leadership and Influence Self-Assessment located in the
weekly modules folder (accessed via the “Course Content” link).
Respondonly to the
questions below that pertain toyour particular
leadership style:

Uninvolved: Devise strategies for developing task-oriented and
people-oriented styles. What problems might occur if you do not do so?

Task-oriented: How can you develop a more people-oriented style? What
problems might occur if you do not do so?

People-oriented: How can you develop a more task-oriented style? What
problems might occur if you do not do so?

Balanced: Do you see any potential problems with your style? Are you
a fully developed leader?

Week 3 discussion

Culture plays an important role in shaping individuals’ behavior
within organizations, and consequently, has a significant influence on
organizational success. Consider the culture of the organization for
which you currently (or used to) work, and answer the following questions:
1. Describe the organization’s culture. In doing so, you may find it
helpful to review the dimensions of culture in Chapter 16 of the textbook.
2. How does the culture impact your organization’s performance (either
positively or negatively)?
3. In what ways could your organization’s culture be improved?
Week 1 discussion In response to
security threats in todays world, the U.S. government federalized airport
security workers. Many argued that simply making screeners federal
workers would not solve the root problem: bored, low-paid, and poorly trained
security workers have little motivation to be vigilant. Using one of the
motivational theories or methods presented in Chapter 5, describe how these
employees might be motivated to provide the security that travel threats now
demand. Please state the theory/method in the “Subject” field
of your posting, and, if possible, select a theory/method that has not yet been
discussed by a classmate.Week 2 discussionsComplete the Leadership and Influence Self-Assessment located in the
weekly modules folder (accessed via the “Course Content” link).
Respondonly to the
questions below that pertain toyour particular
leadership style:
Uninvolved: Devise strategies for developing task-oriented and
people-oriented styles. What problems might occur if you do not do so?
Task-oriented: How can you develop a more people-oriented style? What
problems might occur if you do not do so?
People-oriented: How can you develop a more task-oriented style? What
problems might occur if you do not do so?
Balanced: Do you see any potential problems with your style? Are you
a fully developed leader?Week 3 discussion Culture plays an important role in shaping individuals’ behavior
within organizations, and consequently, has a significant influence on
organizational success. Consider the culture of the organization for
which you currently (or used to) work, and answer the following questions:1. Describe the organization’s culture. In doing so, you may find it
helpful to review the dimensions of culture in Chapter 16 of the textbook.2. How does the culture impact your organization’s performance (either
positively or negatively)?3. In what ways could your organization’s culture be improved?