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Book SynopsisPositive Organizational Behaviour is emerging as a truly contemporary movement within the classic discipline of organizational behaviour.
The best work of leading scholars is gathered together in one edited collection. Chapters study the states, traits and processes that compromise this exciting new science. In addition to mapping the field, this collection goes one step further and invites noted experts to identify the methodological challenges facing scholars of Positive Organizational Behaviour.
Positive Organizational Behaviour constitutes the study of positive human strengths and competencies, how it can be facilitated, assessed and managed to improve performace in the workplace . Its roots are firmly within positive psychology but transplanted to the world of work and organizations.
This book showcases the cutting edge of this an exciting and challenging new area within Organizational Behaviour. It
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Table of ContentsPART ONE: INTRODUCTION AND FRAMEWORKS Positive Organizational Behavior - Debra L Nelson and Cary L Cooper An Inclusive View Psychological Capital - Fred Luthans, Carolyn M Youssef, and Bruce J Avolio Investing and Developing Positive Organizational Behavior Healthy, Productive Work - James Campbell Quick and Marilyn Macik-Frey Positive Strength through Communication Competence and Interpersonal Interdependence Eustress at Work - Bret L Simmons and Debra L Nelson Extending the Holistic Stress Model PART TWO: POSITIVE STATES, TRAITS AND PROCESSES Positive Emotion in Organizations - Neal M Ashkanasy and Claire E Ashton-James A Multi-Level Framework Thriving in Organizations - Gretchen Spreitzer and Kathleen Sutcliffe Explaining Vigor - Arie Shirom On the Antecedents and Consequences of Vigor as a Positive Affect at Work Ethical Leadership - Linda Klebe Trevino and Michael E Brown A Developing Construct The Positive Role of Political Skill in Organizations - Pamela L Perrewe, Gerald R Ferris, Jason S Stoner, and Robyn L Brouer Forgiveness in Organizations - Kim Cameron Self-Engagement at Work - Thomas W Britt et al The Benefits and Possible Costs of Positive Core Self-Evaluations - Timothy A Judge and Charlice Hurst A Review and Agenda for Future Research PART THREE: METHODOLOGICAL ISSUES IN POB RESEARCH A Look at Two Methodological Challenges for Scholars Interested in Positive Organizational Behavior - Thomas A Wright Positive Psychological Capital - Laura M Little, Janaki Gooty and Debra L Nelson Has Positivity Clouded Measurement Rigor?
