Assignment 1: Discussion—Motivation: A Global Environment Challenge
An organizational leader or manager in a global environment faces challenges every day that can potentially stifle the organization. One challenge faced by early twenty-first-century leaders and managers is outsourcing. Outsourcing has become a common practice that often produces quick short-term results, but at what cost? Hearing the words “outsourced” and “outsourcing” or living through an outsourcing process can demotivate employees. Ultimately, the organization may suffer.
Consider the aforementioned aspects, and using the module readings and the Argosy University online library resources, research ways to keep employees motivated during outsourcing.
•Describe three motivation theories (past or current).
•Select one motivational theory. Make an argument about how the selected motivational theory can support positive employee demeanor during an organizational change involving outsourcing.
By the due date assigned, post your response to the appropriate Discussion Area. Through the end of the module, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses.
Write your initial response in 300–500 words. Your response should be thorough and address all components of the discussion question in detail, include citations of all sources, where needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Do the following when responding to your peers:
•Read your peers’ answers.
•Provide substantive comments by
◦contributing new, relevant information from course readings, Web sites, or other sources;
◦building on the remarks or questions of others; or
◦sharing practical examples of key concepts from your professional or personal experiences
•Respond to feedback on your posting and provide feedback to other students on their ideas.
•Make sure your writing
◦is clear, concise, and organized;
◦demonstrates ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; and
◦displays accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Grading Criteria
Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Quality of initial posting, including fulfillment of assignment instructions
16
Quality of responses to classmates
12
Frequency of responses to classmates
4
Reference to supporting readings and other materials
4
Language and grammar
4
Total:
40