The New Foundation of Organizational Psychology.Trait Activation Theory in the Workplace:Literature Review

Trait Activation Theory(TAT)is a comprehensive examination of the personality-job fit and is based on the model of job performance.This theory’s main argument is how individuals express their personal traits when exposed to trait-relevant situational cues.The trait-relevant situation can be assessed through the cues that play a role in the manifestation of trait-relevant behaviors.The situational cues may originate from social,task,and organization.These cues may provoke or trigger the behaviors related to traits but not related to performance measures.The three central principles suggested in TAT are:(1)personal traits are expressed in the behaviors related to work as responses to the situation cues that are trait-relevant,(2)trait-relevant situation cues originate from social,task,and organization,(3)job performance and work behaviors that are trait expressive are distinct,with job performance to be discussed as valued work behavior.The research conducted and presented below includes articles that are in the majority of the last two decades and the findings suggest that TAT was reviewed usually against managerial roles and qualities.In some articles,TAT was also reviewed and researched together with other major personality theories to explain behavior.

The Role of Trait Activation Theory in Occupational Behavior:A Systematic Review

The Trait Activation Theory(TAT)is widely regarded as the most influential personality theory approach in psychology.The purpose of this study is to analyze the TAT’s role in the contemporary workplace.Which personality traits are more likely to predict work success?Which characteristics should businesses prioritize throughout the recruiting and selection processes?According to the Trait Activation Theory,what is the significance of motivation in the workplace and how can employers find employees who can be more productive,efficient,and involved in the organization’s goals?A systematic review of past recent research was used to answer the questions raised above.Following the gathering and examination of multiple recent publications on the issue,it was determined that the use of this model had a favorable impact on individual and group performance,working relationships,manager job performance,and workplace creativity.

An Examination of the Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs in Hong Kong： The PAST Model

Entrepreneurs have a unique status in Hong Kong, who are seen as world leaders in building and developing its economy. These entrepreneurs constitute a majority of businesses and employ a significant part of the population, thus, they are vital for the economy of Hong Kong. This research looks into and studies this phenomenon to evaluate the various components of the success of these entrepreneurs and to draw conclusions that will benefit the educators, the legislators as well as the new entrants who wish to become entrepreneurs. By interviewing Hong Kong entrepreneurs, it has been found that the main source of entrepreneurial success in Hong Kong is of very complex origin. The Hong Kong＇s entrepreneurs seem to succeed, when they are able to blend the best qualities of the East and the West. Based on the research outcomes, the perceptions, achievements, strategies, and traits （PAST） model has been developed to assist Hong Kong entrepreneurs in the future.

The Impacts of Leadership Styles on the Overall Performance of the Educational Establishments

This paper explores profoundly the ramifications of leadership styles on the whole of performance of educational organizations.First of all,it defines the concepts of leadership and management from different perspectives and points out the differences between them to highlight their impacts on the educational organizations performance and achievement.As well,it presents a plethora of leadership theories as they are the bases for leadership styles as each style is built on a certain theory.Furthermore,this paper states certain principles that lay out the practicalities of shaping a successful leader.Besides,it debates the decisive roles of leadership styles in creating a practical positive culture that provides the educational process with a clear vision and mission for guiding its teaching and administrative staffs to achieve their objectives and improve their potentials and capabilities.Moreover,the paper discusses the effects of leadership on the teaching and learning process in terms of creativity and development.Additionally,it points out leadership role in the teaching staff’s productivity,job satisfaction,loyalty,and profession development.Simultaneously,this paper discusses the influences of leadership styles students’attainments and management in the educational process.Furthermore,the research paper investigates the flaws of leadership and their repercussions on educational process and the ways of readdressing them.