Question 1 (10 points – 300 words) What behaviours are usually associated with each of the “big five” personality traits”? How would Matthew score (low or high) on each? Provide evidence to support your answer.
Question 2 (10 points – 300 words) (a) Use the Job-Demand-Control-Support model to analyse Matthew’s job.
(b) Would anyone in this job be stressed? Hint: what factors (other than the demands of the job) might impact on whether someone experiences stress?
Question 3 (10 points – 300 words) (a) Explain the relationship between team norms and team cohesiveness in relation to team performance. How does this explain Matthew’s changing approach to his work at Advert Co.?
(b) Identify five ways management can decrease cohesion in Matthew’s team.
Question 4 (10 points – 300 words) Identify and explain the five sources of power (e.g. French & Raven, 1959). Which sources of power could Matthew utilise in order to respond to or influence the challenging work environment that has developed at Advert Co.?
Question 5 (10 points – 300 words) Using equity theory, analyse the different perceptions AND responses of Anisa and Henry in relation to their pay.