Sample Psychology Paper on Work Preference Inventory

1. Take the Work Preference Inventory (WPI)
 What was your score?
 Are you motivated more by extrinsic or intrinsic rewards?
 What are the implications for your current or future work?
2. In considering reinforcement theory and Dr. Lazer’s article, what are your
thoughts on the effectiveness of this approach in the workplace? Do you agree
or disagree with the concept of purposely “shaping” employee behavior?
3. Describe a personal, work, or school situation where you saw the concepts of
“equity theory” being demonstrated. Please identify the consequences of the
inequity situation (i.e., how did the individual react to the situation) and what
was the outcome of this situation?
4. View video: Daniel Pink on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=u6XAPnuFjJc
 What was the one thing from the video that surprised you? Please
explain?