Discussion
Although emotions and moods impact on-the-job performance, employees are often chosen for their personality traits. The organization’s culture is considered along with a person’s personality type. The company recruiter tries to hire decision-makers they think will fit into the existing company culture. In this discussion, you will consider all three aspects impacting employee hiring and employee effectiveness.
Select one of the two topics for your Unit 3 Discussion post. Label your post with the topic number.
Topic 1: Emotions, Moods, and Traits
Based on the reading, which emotions and moods have you experienced in your past or current job, and how did it impact your performance?
How was affective events theory (see Chapter 4) or trait activation theory (see Chapter 5) involved or not? Explain.
Topic 2: Personality and Values
Characterize the personality of your past or current boss (do not use any names or organization names) using one of the major personality theories presented in your reading.
According to your reading, how do someone’s values relate to their culture and to organizational outcomes?