Consider the following scenario: Pat and Terry are good friends and coworkers. They have the same job function and occupy adjacent workspaces. Due to an organizational realignment, Pat and Terry are moved to new departments. Their job functions are unchanged but they no longer work together. Pat finds the change invigorating and comes to work with new excitement every day. Terry perceives the realignment as a slap in the face and comes to work every day with a grimace.
What is the relationship between motivation, morale, and performance in this example? Who is responsible for keeping Pat and Terry motivated? Building from previously discussed motivational theories (Module Two) and psychological theories, determine approaches that could be implemented to increase motivation, morale, and performance for both Pat and Terry.
