1) Identify and define the Big 5 personality dimensions. Which of these are related to job performance? Describe how you would rate yourself on each of these dimensions, and explain why.
2) Define the four types of distortion in perception. Provide an example of each
3) Define the Pygmalion effect. How could this be used in a positive way by managers in an organization? How would one do that?
4) Explain at least four of the six types of compensation plans. Which would best motivate you and why?
5) What is motivation, and why is it important for managers to understand how motivation works? What do managers need to motivate people to do work?