Search results for "Goal Setting"

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A model of goal dynamics in technology-based organizations

2011

The purpose of the present work is to build a suitable system dynamics model for goal dynamics in organizations, as proposed by Barlas and Yasarcan (2008). The proposed model does not bear any ambition of being exhaustive: the main objective of this paper is to propose a model of goal dynamics in which Goal Setting, Management by Objectives and Training are viewed as human resource practices able to enhance workers' goal commitment, and therefore, improve organizational performance. In the first part of this paper, an analysis of the Goal Setting Theory and the role of goal setting practices, in bettering worker's performance, are stressed. In the second part, a case-study, the causal loop …

EngineeringInformation Systems and ManagementStrategy and ManagementCausal loop diagramOrganizational dynamicManagement Science and Operations ResearchStrategic human resource planningOrganizational performanceOptimization analysiGoal settingParameter estimationManagement by ObjectiveStrategic Human Resource ManagementSettore M-PSI/06 - Psicologia Del Lavoro E Delle OrganizzazioniScenario analysisHuman resourcesGoal settingGoal orientationbusiness.industryManagement scienceGoal commitmentGeneral EngineeringIndustrial relationsbusinessManagement by objectivesBehaviour reproduction testingJournal of Engineering and Technology Management
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Individual differences in processes of lifestyle changes among people with obesity: an acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) intervention in a prim…

2020

Abstract Aim: To explore what thoughts, feelings, and learning processes were involved in obese participants’ lifestyle change during an acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) lifestyle intervention delivered in primary health care. Background: Previous studies have revealed that lifestyle interventions are effective at promoting initial weight loss, but reduced weight is often difficult to sustain because of the failure to maintain healthy lifestyle changes. Achieving and maintaining lifestyle changes requires to learn self-regulation skills. ACT-based lifestyle interventions combine many self-regulatory skill factors, and the results from previous studies are promising. Research on the i…

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A Model of Goal Dynamics in Organizations: Goal Setting, Goal Commitment, Training and Management by Objectives

2009

The purpose of the present work is to build a suitable system dynamics model for goal dynamics in organizations, as proposed by Barlas & Yasarcan (2008). The proposed model does not bear any ambition of being exhaustive: the main objective of this paper is to propose a model of goal dynamics in which Goal Setting, Management by Objectives and Training are viewed as human resource practices able to enhance workers’ goal commitment, and therefore, improve organizational performance. A causal loop and a quantitative model of goal dynamics in organizations are described. A base run and 4 different scenarios are provided. Limitations of the present research and conclusions are finally discussed.…

Goal Setting Goal Commitment Strategic Human Resource Management Management by Objectives Organizational DynamicsSettore M-PSI/06 - Psicologia Del Lavoro E Delle Organizzazioni
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The role of goal setting practice on sales and on the broader commercial system: a case study

2008

Goal Setting human resourse management organizational psychology
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EXPLORING THE INPUT OF COMPETENCE ASSESSMENT TO GOAL-SETTING IN VARIOUS TYPES OF ORGANIZATIONS

2018

The aim of the present research is to investigate the existing practices of linking competence assessment to organizational goal-setting in various organisations in Latvia. The importance of linking employee competences to goal-setting within organizations has been established in scientific literature. Nevertheless, there is evidence gathered in this interdisciplinary research that existing methods of competence assessment used by various organizations in Latvia do not translate well into organizational goal-setting. The research is based on information gathered from semi-structured interviews with representatives of managerial positions in private and public, including educational service …

Knowledge managementRelation (database)business.industryProcess (engineering)media_common.quotation_subjectScientific literatureConceptual frameworkcompetence assessment; management; organizational goal-settingService (economics)Public serviceCompetence assessmentbusinessPsychologyGoal settingmedia_commonSOCIETY. INTEGRATION. EDUCATION. Proceedings of the International Scientific Conference
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Rehabilitees perspective on goal setting in rehabilitation : a phenomenological approach

2018

Purpose: Setting meaningful goals for the rehabilitation process after acute illness is essential for rehabilitees recovery. The aim of this study was to understand the meanings of the goal setting situation with professionals from rehabilitees point of view. - Method: We included 20 acute stroke and back pain rehabilitees (mean age 66 y) who set goals with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. Data was collected by interviewing the rehabilitees after the goal setting situations. A qualitative analysis from a phenomenological perspective using Spiegelberg’s seven-phase meaning analysis was performed to reveal meanings. - Results: The five meanings were identified as: (i) “trust in the re…

Male030506 rehabilitationmedicine.medical_treatmentPatient Care PlanningpäämäärätpotilaslähtöisyysAcute illness03 medical and health sciences0302 clinical medicineNursingmedicineHumans030212 general & internal medicinehospitalkuntoutujatGoal settingAgedgoal settingRehabilitationClient centredRehabilitationPsychosocial Support SystemsStroke RehabilitationUncertaintyfenomenologiaProfessional-Patient RelationsMiddle Agedmeaning analysisclient-centredBack PainFemalekuntoutusPatient Participation0305 other medical sciencePsychologyPhenomenology (psychology)
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Entrepreneurial competencies and motivations to enhance marketing innovation in Europe

2017

Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) country profile variables were analyzed using qualitative comparative analysis (QCA). This analysis identified which combinations of entrepreneurs’ competencies and motivations boost marketing innovation. Marketing innovation contributes to defining and reinforcing competitive advantages, goal setting, and business performance. The findings of this study can help policymakers design strategies to foster regional marketing innovation and economic growth.

MarketingEntrepreneurshipMarketing innovationKnowledge managementbusiness.industryQualitative comparative analysis05 social sciencesCompetitive advantageMarketing strategyMarketing management0502 economics and business050207 economicsMarketingMarketing researchbusinessGoal setting050203 business & managementApplied PsychologyPsychology & Marketing
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Can goal setting and performance feedback enhance organizational citizenship behavior?

2008

MarketingOrganizational citizenship behaviorPerformance feedbackOrganizational behavior managementGoal orientationStrategy and Managementmedia_common.quotation_subjectOrganizational commitmentAltruismBusinessBusiness and International ManagementSocial psychologyGoal settingmedia_common
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Political Skills in Organizations: Do Personality and Reputation Play a Role?

2008

between altruistic behavior (goodwill toward co workers) and compliance behavior (attitude to ward the firm and its regulations, mission, etc.). It turned out that job satisfaction was related to formal performance and compliance behavior, but not to altruistic behavior. Job commitment was also related to formal performance. Finally, goal setting was related to formal performance and altruistic behavior but was not connected to com pliance behavior. In the second stage of the study, supervisors who had participated in earlier evaluations reas sessed employees' performance and feedback. The feedback included information about formal goal attainment as well as informal behaviors such as suppo…

MarketingOrganizational citizenship behaviorbusiness.industryStrategy and Managementmedia_common.quotation_subjectManagement stylesPublic relationsOrganizational behaviorJob performanceJob satisfactionBusiness and International ManagementbusinessPsychologyGoal settingSocial psychologyReputationmedia_commonSocial behaviorAcademy of Management Perspectives
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The usefulness of the ICF framework in goal setting for students with autism spectrum disorder

2019

AbstractAn Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is a multi-disciplinary, team-developed plan that is required for a child receiving special education services. IEPs are tools for setting objectives that are responsive to students with special needs. The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) is a hierarchical classification for human functioning and disability developed by the World Health Organization (WHO). The ICF classification can be used as a structural and conceptual instrument in goal setting. In this study the educational IEP objectives of five Finnish students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are examined within the ICF framework. The focus is i…

Medical educationGoal orientationbusiness.industry4. Education05 social sciences050301 educationUsabilityPlan (drawing)medicine.diseaseSpecial educationEducationAutism spectrum disordermedicineAutism0501 psychology and cognitive sciences10. No inequalityPsychologybusiness0503 educationGoal setting050104 developmental & child psychologyJournal of International Special Needs Education
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