Questions to Answer:
Although the team at Initech is high-performing, the individual members are dissatisfied and many are poised to leave the company.
Using Job Performance, and Job Satisfaction, analyze the Initech Supply-Chain Operations Team members. What are the counter-productive behaviors that can be identified in the team members? How are these behaviors affecting job performance or satisfaction of their coworkers? This section should only be 1 1/4-1/2 pages long, so think carefully about the most important elements to discuss.
In addition to performance and satisfaction, Cash Jackson is concerned about team members’ motivation. Drawing from Motivation, which Motivation theories or concepts best explain the team members’ behaviors? This section should be 1 ¼-1 ½ pages long. Again, focus on the most relevant theories or concepts.
How would you recommend Mr. Jackson use Motivation theories to improve the team members’ behavior? Be sure to state which part of the case you are referring to.