OB - Chapter 7

True/False Organizations should encourage positive deviance in the workplace.

True

True/False The three effects of positive organizational behavior are amplifying, buffering, and positivity.

True

True/False The two components of hope are willpower and waypower.

True

True/False To practice conscious capitalism, an organization should be interdependent with stakeholders.

True

Damarra recently visited the Mayan temple at Chitzen Itza in the Yucatan. She was humbled by its feeling of age and history, particularly because she is of Mayan descent. ________ is the emotion she is likely feeling. Pride Serenity Gratitude Inspiration Awe

Awe

________ is the shared belief that drives people to help others who are suffering. Compassion Virtuosity Restoration Flourishing Temperance

Compassion

True/False Efficacy is a component of a person's core self-evaluation; it influences how we perceive ourselves and how we perceive the world.

True

True/False Renowned psychologist, Martin Seligman, proposed that "well-being" is made up positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and achievement (or PERMA).

True

True/False The self-reinforcing and perpetuating aspect of positive emotions, can lead to upward spirals of positivity.

True

A virtuous leader demonstrates all of the following except being guided by integrity. following immoral principles. promoting trust. focusing on the greater good. fostering forgiveness.

following immoral principles.

Which of the following statements is true? PERMA elements are positively related to good health but are not related to work-related outcomes such as organizational commitment and career satisfaction. PERMA should be pursued as a means to obtain a better career. Positive emotions "happen to people"; they cannot be pursued proactively. Employees' level of flourishing is related to organizational outcomes such as productivity and financial performance. Well-being is a single, unique concept that is related to happiness.

Employees' level of flourishing is related to organizational outcomes such as productivity and financial performance.

True/False Intense political debate is a technique of practicing mindfulness

False

Sam needs to study for an upcoming test in his business law course. His roommate is driving him crazy by singing and whistling. Sam heads for the library and finds a quiet room in the back so he can study more effectively. Sam is increasing his mindlessness. optimism. positive deviance. mindfulness. attention delinquency.

mindfulness.

________ is defined as the state of being completely involved in an activity for its own sake. PsyCap Meaningfulness Engagement Flow PERMA

Flow

Xavier and Kevin both work as line employees at the Widget Corporation plant. They are both big fans of the San Francisco Forty-Niners and meet at game times in local sports bars to watch the game. They are probably providing ________ to each other. achievement support instrumental support esteem support informational support social companionship

social companionship