Agency Theory A theory that explains the relationship between principals and agents in business (In this relationship‚ the principal hires an agent to do the work‚ or to perform a task the principal is unable or unwilling to do. For example‚ in corporations‚ the principals are the shareholders of a company‚ delegating to the agent i.e. the management of the company‚ to perform tasks on their behalf.) Agency theory is concerned with resolving problems that can exist in agency relationships;
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Theory X and Theory Y represent two sets of assumptions about human nature and human behavior that are relevant to the practice of management. Theory X represents a negative view of human nature that assumes individuals generally dislike work‚ are irresponsible‚ and require close supervision to do their jobs. Theory Y denotes a positive view of human nature and assumes individuals are generally industrious‚ creative‚ and able to assume responsibility and exercise self-control in their jobs. One would
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concepts (Faeth 2004). The exercise of power is legitimated through authority (Weber 1947) and Weber was the first to develop a systematic version of these terms as keystone of his social theory. Lewin (1941) developed the study of leadership by introducing the concept of social power in terms of the differential between interpersonal force and resistance. French and Raven described five sources of power namely reward power‚ coercive power‚ legitimate power‚ referent power and expert power (Raven & French
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Theories of Motivation Motivation: “The process that account for an individual’s intensity‚ direction‚ and persistence of effort toward attaining a goal.” Motivation is the result of the interaction of the individual and the situation.Individuals differ in their basic motivational drive.The level of motivation varies both between individuals and within individuals at different times. EARLY THEOREIS OF MOTIVATION 1950’s: These three theories are: Hierarchy of needs theory Theories X
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Theories 1 Theories Individual Counseling Theory Techniques Lamar University Theories 2 Theories Adlerian‚ Cognitive Behavioral and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy are three major theories that are used extensively in the counseling world. Some counselors use each as a single treatment approach while others chose to blend things from two or more together. The theory or approach that is chosen by a counselor must be one that they are knowledgeable in and feel comfortable with
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CHAPTER 5 MOTIVATION Maslow’s Need Hierarchy The crux of Maslow’s theory is that needs are arranged in a hierarchy. The lowest-level needs are the physiological needs‚ and the highest-level needs are the self-actualization needs. These needs are defined to mean the following: 1. Physiological. The need for food‚ drink‚ shelter‚ and relief from pain. 2. Safety and security. The need for freedom from threat‚ that is‚ security from threatening events or surroundings. 3. Belongingness‚ social
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COLLABORATIVE HEALTH TEAM THEORY INTRODUCTION The Collaborative Health Team Theory emphasizes multi-relationship of health care professionals to attain better patient outcomes. This theory is focused on the creation of shared and mutual experience among heath care professionals and patient through interpersonal process to attain desired mutual goals and objectives. Emphasis of this theory is expansion and growth of Hildegard Peplau’s Interpersonal Theory through integrating new roles and functions
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homogeneity across cultures. The theory of relative face orientation We have discussed that Brown and Levinson’s (1987) face-saving politeness theory has been undermined for its inability to be applied universally. In surveying recent studies in cross-cultural communication‚ Mao (1994) mentions Janney and Arndt (1993)‚ who characterise it as idealistic‚ culturally biased‚ and lacking objective empirical evidence for the evaluation of their politeness universals. Instead of a theory centered on universals
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Aahuti Bhathal Period: 2B Child Development 5/23/13 LEV VYGOSTKY THEORY Lev Vygostky was born to Russian parents on November 17‚ of 1896. Lev vygostky was the second oldest child out of the eight in the family. His mom was a teacher and a full time housewife. His dad was a respected bank manager in Bank of Gomel. Lev Vygostky was never scared to speak in public. Lev Vygostky studied law and graduated with a degree of law from the University of Moscow. While he studied there he was known
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1. We selected Florence Nightingale’s Environmental theory. Florence. Nightingale’s theory helped in the development of modern nursing. She was the one who observed the effect of surroundings on healing of mind and body. Her philosophy was that nature helps in curing the sick. In the development of modern nursing and nursing education Florence Nightingale has played an important role. She was born on May 12‚ 1820 in Italy. Her parents were wealthy and they did not like her joining the nursing. Nightingale
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