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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................ 5


Question 1: Critical Analysis of Key Factors Leading to Barbara’s Job Dissatisfaction

(6 marks) .................................................................................................................... 5


Question 2: Using Hackman and Oldham’s Job Characteristics Theory to Compare

the Neurological Ward and Operating Room Roles (16 marks) ................................. 8


Question 3: Applying Job Enrichment Techniques to Improve Barbara’s Job

Satisfaction and Engagement (6 marks) .................................................................... 9


Question 4: Evaluating Barbara’s Motivation and Job Satisfaction Using Relevant

Theories (10 marks) ................................................................................................. 11


Question 5: Critical Analysis of Feedback and Communication in Barbara’s Work

Environment (5 marks) ............................................................................................. 14


Question 6: Supporting Barbara’s Career Development and the Importance of Growth

Opportunities (3 marks) ............................................................................................ 15


Recommendations ................................................................................................... 17


Question 7: Personal Coping Strategies and Effective Communication with Supervisor

(4 marks) .................................................................................................................. 17




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