Applying the job characteristics model

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Question from: Fundamentals of Human Resource Management, 7 th Edition. Noe, Hollenbeck, Gerhart, & Wright (2017) Read the “Managing Talent” section on Page 123 of you textbook,

1. “Uber’s Flexible Jobs Drive Rapid Expansion.” Then respond to the following questions. Applying the Job Characteristics Model, how motivating are Uber’s jobs for drivers? Explain the competencies you think would be important for success as an Uber driver?

2. What is OSHA? What role does OSHA and HR play in assuring workplace safety? In addition, list some of the tasks and actions HR professionals would engage in meeting this responsibility in addition to motivating employees to promote safety and health in the workplace.

3. Identify and briefly explain the five characteristics of the Job Characteristics Model to designing a job to make it motivating.

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