Contingency specifying stimuli: the role of "rules" in organizational behavior management

Article Abstract:

Rules, otherwise known as contingency specifying stimuli, must be considered in any analysis of behavior in organizational setting. Rules are a function of control of behavior and are indirect-acting contingencies. The source of rules should also be considered. The nature of rules must be explored as well as their effects on performance. Afunctional definition of rules must be formulated for use in research in organizational behavioral management.

Models

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The establishing operation in organizational behavior management

Article Abstract:

The establishing operation (EO) concept can be used to improve organizational behavior management (OBM) analyses. EO is a motivative variable which alters the effectiveness of certain stimulus events and the frequency of behavior which results from these stimulus events. Three sample applications of EO in OBM are discussed. These are in goal-setting, top management support and career development programs.

Methods, Analysis, Behavioral assessment

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The effects of feedback and goal setting on the productivity and satisfaction of university admissions staff

Article Abstract:

The implementation of organizational behavior management techniques to improve the performance and satisfaction of clerical employees in a university admissions department is studied. Results show that daily adjusted goal setting and feedback improved performance. Graphic performance feedback has the biggest impact on performance. Work Environment Scale data also showed improved job satisfaction.

Management, Human resource management, Management research, Employee motivation, Office workers

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