Question

Can you identify an alignment between the argument posed by Fishbach and colleagues to other models or theories of motivation posed throughout this chapter?

Answer 1

Yes.We can identify an alignment between the argument posed by Fishbach and colleagues to other models or theories of motivation posed throughout this chapter.T

Motivation is one of the forces that lead to performance. Motivation is defined as the desire to achieve a goal or a certain performance level, leading to goal-directed behavior. When we refer to someone as being motivated, we mean that the person is trying hard to accomplish a certain task. Motivation is clearly important if someone is to perform well; however, it is not sufficient. Ability—or having the skills and knowledge required to perform the job—is also important and is sometimes the key determinant of effectiveness. Finally, environmental factors such as having the resources, information, and support one needs to perform well are critical to determine performance.

• These theories argue that social loafing is less prevalent in the workplace because the rewards and sanctions are more closely aligned to individual performance.
• An interesting argument for individuals’ willingness to work and contribute in a group has been posed by Fishbach and colleagues.
• They argue that identification with others in the group and the group goal is fundamental to an individual’s choice to opt into and participate effectively within the group