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Organizational Behavior: Organizational Structure Metaphor, 2006.
An assessment of the Emperor penguins' organizational effectiveness as a metaphor for organizational structure.
3,470 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 97.95
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Out of thousands of living creatures populating our planet, Emperor penguins represent one of the most inspirational natural metaphors for modern organizational behavior. The paper shows that Emperors put their skills and abilities to good use; they utilize their resources effectively; they overcome numerous obstacles to help the organization internal processes flow smoothly. Finally, they accomplish their common goal. Emperor penguins flourish in the place where few living things can survive. The paper shows that as we study Emperor penguins, we cannot help drawing parallels. What if the workplace worked like this? An employee and a manager could take some lessons in the areas of protection, sacrifice, cooperation and teamwork.
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Organized Penguins
Skills and Abilities
Group Development Process - Adult Penguins
Group Development Process - Chicks
Roles and Norms
Teamwork Effectiveness
Leadership and Decision-Making
Managing Team Conflict
Organizational Effectiveness
Conclusion
References
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"Another criterion of assessing organizational effectiveness is resource acquisition. Emperor Penguins rely on the ocean as their only food source, so it must be within reach of every mature penguin or they will starve and die. The acquisition of heat can be seen in the huddle where penguins must cooperate during storms or they will freeze to death. The acquisition of safety can be seen in the protection of their chicks from predators. Acquiring a mate takes a certain amount of skill and determination as well. The "healthy systems" approach is in effect in the rookery because we can see the genuine sense of community."
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Organizational Structure Metaphors, 2004.
An analysis of different metaphors used in organizational structures.
2,213 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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This paper discusses various metaphors used in organizational structures. The paper explains the military or mechanical model metaphor and the organic or biological system metaphor. The paper also examines the cognitive system metaphor and the ecosystem metaphor. The paper presents a discussion as to how effective the metaphors are in enabling a greater understanding of organizational processes to be developed.
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"In today's hyper-competitive world, organizations struggle daily to garner and maintain valuable market share. Thanks to globalization, businesses are experiencing competition from all four corners of the globe. It is now common for competitors to operate in completely different environments, both internally and externally. Despite the increased opportunities offered by globalization, it becomes increasingly difficult for some companies to remain competitive. As such, aspects such as "superior/subordinate relationships, leadership, teamwork, motivation, and conflict management" (Norris, 2000, p. 105) become ever more important, and each of these hinges upon the organization's structure."
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Organizational Behavior Concepts, 2005.
An overview of some of the main concepts used to describe organizational behavior.
939 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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There are many terminologies and concepts used in the study of organizational behavior. This paper examines how these terminologies and concepts help define the many aspects of organizational behaviors. Some of the terminologies and concepts described, include: organizational behavior, organizational culture, diversity, communication, organizational effectiveness and efficiency, and organizational learning.
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"What is organizational culture? First, organizational should be defined. Organizational can be defined as anything that pertains to an organization. Second, culture should be defined. There are many definitions for the word culture. In order to fully understand the meaning of organizational culture, the correct definition should be used. One definition for culture is a high level of development. Another definition is the process of growing bacteria. A third defines culture as improvement or refinement. (Morehead, A. & Morehead, L. (Ed.). 1995). In this case, the proper definitions would be the first and third. So, organizational culture can be defined as, actions that promote a high level of development, improvement, and refinement within an organization. "
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Organizational Behavior of Globalization, 2002.
A look at organizational behavior challenges in businesses operating across multinational or global boundaries.
5,088 words (approx. 20.4 pages), 19 sources, APA, $ 127.95
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This paper reviews many of the distinctive organizational challenges related to globalization. First, a background is established by identifying some forces driving globalization. An important aspect of this paper is to understand that a foreign subsidiary of a company is not an independent entity and therefore the company must understand that it is essential to adjust the corporate organizational behavior practices to meet the needs of employees in every country. The following organizational challenges are covered: adjusting organizational behavior to fit corporate culture; managing a global company; teamwork in a global atmosphere; the rights of the oppressed; and electronic communication and globalization. By putting these challenges in context, a U.S. multinational corporation could effectively develop the organizational behavior practices that can be successfully implemented by subsidiaries in other countries.
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"There are many globalization challenges for businesses, especially those operating across national boundaries as a multinational or global enterprise. Organizational behavior in a global company is especially challenging because organizational practices vary from country to country. With technology changing at every blink of the eye, the world in general is starting to look smaller and global dominance more attainable. As a result, more and more companies are venturing outside the constraints and realms of geographical and cultural boundaries. Thus, these companies are eagerly embarking upon the idea and concept of globalization. This prompts the need to manage human resources effectively to gain competitive advantage in the global market place."
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Organizational Behavior, 2004.
An analysis of organizational behavior as a vital ingredient in the development of the work force.
1,006 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper presents a brief definition of what organizational behavior refers to, explaining it as the study and application of knowledge about how people, individuals and groups act in organizations. The paper claims that organizational behavior is a vital ingredient in the development of the work force, as well as an important component in the running of the company. The paper admits that organizational behavior covers everything from team work within a company and the ability to develop social qualities and get along well with other people, to leadership and the way a manager can set the right goals for his or her team, as well as the right means by which these goals can be achieved.
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"It is quite true that many managers believe that the technical competencies of an individual are far more important than the soft skills. Practice, however, shows something else. Someone working in a software company has given an excellent example. One of the programmers seemed to be one of the best in the company. His programming knowledge included Visual C++ and Delphi, but he excelled in his analytical ability and the capacity to produce excellent results in his work. "
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Organizational Behavior, 2004.
A look at the essence of organizational behavior studies and practice in the business environment.
878 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper examines how organizational behavior studies and practice reconciles the differences between technical-oriented and interpersonal skills-oriented management approaches within an organization. It looks at how reconciling these two approaches results to effective organizational management, where the technical skills of its members produces high-quality products and services. It also shows how organizational behavior studies and practice have become an invaluable management principle in the development of healthy individual and group behaviors within the organization.
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"The function of organizational behavior in organizational management and communication is to improve organizational processes and interaction (among its members), yielding high rates of productivity and quality of the products and services offered by the organization. As an interdisciplinary field of study, organizational behavior touches on several aspects that greatly influence individual behavior within an organization, which may include psychological, communication, and sociological studies. Organizational behavior is essential in organizations, especially in the workplace environment, because the management is able to determine the right course of action when formulating policies or solutions to problems that may greatly affect the members of the organization."
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Organizational Behavior, 2002.
Examines the importance of understanding organizational behavior and theories.
5,625 words (approx. 22.5 pages), 18 sources, $ 135.95
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Examines the importance of understanding organizational behavior and theories. Importance to managers and productivity of an organization. How to motivate employees. Classical approaches to organizational behavior. Scientific Management, Human Relations, Contingency Approach, Frame Approach, Motivational Approach. Characteristics of the organizational climate. How theories can be applied to an educational institution.
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"Introduction
Organizational behavior can be defined as the systematic study of the behavior and attitudes of both individuals and groups within organizations (DuBrin, 1984, p. 14). Understanding how individuals and groups within organizations act and react with each other in everyday situations can be key to helping managers become more effective both in directing their own activities, the activities of their subordinates, and in working with others within the organization.
There is no one approach to organizational behavior that is optimum for all environments. Work environments are dynamic, and the employees within those environments change from generation to generation. Organizational culture, education of managers and employees, and the environment of the surrounding culture are all variables that affect the ..."
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Organizational Behavior Trends, 2007.
A look at the effect of trends such as ethics and technology on organizational behavior.
833 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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Organizations must be willing to adapt or change in response to trends in the marketplace. This paper looks at how these trends include shifting demographics, new technologies, competition and changing social values. The paper also looks at how, in reaction to the external forces, high-performance organizations have emerged. Other trends in organizational behavior such as the influence of ethics on decision-making and the impact of technology on work-related stress are also detailed.
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Organizational Behavior Trends
Ethics and Decision-Making
Technology and Stress
Conclusion
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"Success in any work setting depends on a respect for people and an understanding of human behavior in complex organizational systems (Schermerhorn et al, 2005). Understanding the human behavior is especially important when trying to manage and develop people to make ethical and savvy business decisions on behalf of the organization. Most people will agree ethical behavior is defined as behavior that is morally right and good as opposed to wrong or bad. However, the consensus of what is ethical pertaining to a specific action will often vary from person to person."
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Organizational Behavior Trends, 2005.
A look at how ethical decision making and technology effect organizational behavior.
720 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 25.95
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This paper examines how organizational behavior can be affected by any number of trends and in particular, discusses how ethical decision making and the impact of technology on work related stress effect organizational behavior.
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Introduction
Ethical Decision Making
Technology and Work Related Stress
Conclusion
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"Ethical behavior can be considered the right or moral behavioral choice. When it comes to decision making it is imperative that managers, leaders and subordinates practice the art of ethical decision making. The problem that is generally encountered is for members of an organization to agree that the decision is actually ethical. What one person believes to be moral another person could believe to be immoral. Archie B. Carroll came up with a distinction between moral, amoral and immoral managers. His logic is as follows: "The immoral manager doesn't subscribe to any ethical principles, making decisions and acting in any situation to simply take best personal advantage. The amoral manager, by contrast, fails to consider the ethics of a decision or behavior."
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Organizational Behavior, 2005.
A discussion of organizational behavior as it relates to health care.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 0 sources, $ 35.95
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The paper discusses organizational behavior, organizational culture, and diversity in relation to health care. The paper examines communication that is important to health care, as well as organizational effectiveness, and learning. The writer proposes that this paper is significant to health care because it addresses the significance of organizational structure that will serve communities in the modern health care industry.
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"Organizational behavior defines the manner in which the entity recognizes the function of people in relation to its organizational goals. Through a systems approach organizational behavior encompasses the relationship between the employees, the community, and the organization. When an understanding of these elements is achieved the organization can function in a manner that ensures that goals can be met effectively, and that individuals within the organization will support positive outcomes in the future. This is significant because each individual within the organization has a desire to have needs met. These needs may be financial, exist in terms of needed recognition, or they may be in learning every element of the industry. When the organization cannot function to meet the needs of the employees then there will exist a difficulty in meeting the organizational goals over time."
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Organizational Buying Behavior, 2001.
What a marketing manager needs to know about organizational buying behavior.
1,440 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper explains the differences between consumer and organizational buying behaviour and the influences on organizational buyers. The writer begins by explaining the concept of organizational buying including how it differs from consumer buying, before proceeding to an analysis of the main influences on organizational buyers and how one would utilize those to attempt to win a contract.
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"For the marketing manager of an organisation to operate in an effective and efficient fashion, it is imperative that they possess a sound understanding of organisational buying behaviour. A thorough understanding of the differences between consumer and organisational buying, and thus the influences on organisational buyers, enables a marketer to correctly identify the best way to market their product or service to the organisation they are interested in doing business with."
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Organizational Behavior, 2005.
A discussion on organizational behavior and teamwork.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper contends that managerial elites must have a firm understanding of organizational behavior if they are to achieve the professional results they desire. It examines a number of theories pertaining to the study of groups with an eye towards understanding the benefits and debits of organizational teamwork.
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"Organizational behavior is a complex area of discussion, but it is an area that managerial elites must have a firm understanding of if they are to achieve the professional results they desire. The following paper examines a number of theories pertaining to the study of groups with an eye towards understanding the benefits and debits of organizational teamwork. Quite simply, while collective efforts are generally to be preferred over individual ones, they do, in fact, have shortcomings and it is important that these shortcomings be well understood so that they can be mitigated as much as possible. With this in mind, it is to a discussion of some pertinent group theories that this paper now turns. One of the most prominent and enduring theories to be put forward in this area of study is Jacob Levy Moreno's concept of sociometry."
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Organizational Behavior, 2004.
An analysis of organizational behavior according to the overall cultural context and the diversity of its members.
895 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses the study of organizational behavior, explaining that it seeks to understand and apply key sociological and psychological concepts to organizations. The paper contends that organizational culture comprises a set of practices that characterizes the organization and distinguishes it from others. Aspects of communication within an organization are covered in the paper.
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"The culture of an organization depends on the unique character of its employees and members. A caring organization will, for instance, promote a culture of kindness, support, and cooperation, whereas a hierarchical organization will promote a culture of obedience and discipline. An organization's culture is reflected in its values and mission statement and is also evident in the attitude and job satisfaction of its members. High turnover rates among employees may indicate that an organization needs to reconsider and revamp its culture. Organizational culture also comprises a set of practices that characterizes the organization and distinguishes it from others. A company like Southwest Airlines, for instance, is known for its use of fun and games as part of company meetings, job training, and customer interactions. Fun and caring are key aspects of the Southwest organizational culture, which also promotes trust through its no-layoffs policy."
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Organizational Behavior Forces, 2004.
An analysis of the factors that influence organizational behavior.
1,374 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper discusses the process known as organizational behavior in which individuals and groups work together within organizations. The paper explains that there are many factors that can influence this behavior. The paper presents members of a team that represent several different types of organizations in both the service and production industries. The paper illustrates some examples of various internal and external factors that influence their behavior and shows how they deal with them.
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"The corporate office is setup fairly similarly to the drive-ins in the functionality aspect. First there are the Directors that reside at the top of each department, such as marketing, finance, human resources, franchise sales, etc. Each department is then broken up into smaller areas. For example, the finance department is broken up into payroll, taxes, accounts payable and auditing with a supervisor in each area. There are also team leaders within these areas that are utilized for added duties and to ensure the tasks are getting completed in a timely manner."
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