M: Management
M: Management
6th Edition
ISBN: 9781260485301
Author: BATEMAN, Thomas
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 11, Problem 1LO
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To discuss: The principles for setting the goals which motivates and encourages employees

Goal setting theory refers that people have sensible goals which energies them and then directs their behaviour and thoughts towards achieving their goals.

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Principles for setting the goals:

Goal setting works for all the jobs where people have control on their performance. The goals can be set for the performance quantity and quality, teamwork and cooperation.

  • Crafts which are highly crafted are well motivating
  • Stretch goals are those which helps the employees to reach heights. There are 2 kinds of stretch goals namely horizontal goals and vertical goals
  • Management goals also need to be matched which setting the goals.
  • Personal goals also need to be considered and placed accordingly.

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