HRM 3440 Lecture Notes - Social Identity Theory
3 Jan 2013
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Out-group happens due to individuals who behave a certain way. Systemic out-group (i. e. disabled, women, minorities immigrant, and status) Feeling of alienation and out-group can happen in organizational settings (i. e. starting a new job & entering a group that contains its own norms) They may be in opposition or simply disinterested. They may feel powerless, unaccepted, alienated, or even discriminated against. The more complexity and diversity of the workforce the more challenging it is for inclusiveness. As a leader, you must include every member in the group job to make sure that you pay attention to everybody, and engage with everyone. Minorities who think their voice won"t be heard. People who do not identify with the group. Social loafers group members who are inclined to goof off or work below their capacity. Expectancy theory first step in motivation process is to let workers know they are competent in their work.
