Organization By Focusing On Group Productivity And Performance

Aside from the legislations and policies put in place, the attitude of the host society, but also the immigrants themselves, is a major contributing factor that affected and controlled the formation of the Chinese community. The way in which the host society perceives Chinese immigrants affects the way they treat them – whether they are accepted into society or discriminated against, is determined by members of the host society. The latter often deemed to be the case as the Chinese were considered “undesirable aliens”. In order to settle and fit in to the New Zealand society, the Chinese were cautious and careful so as not to offend “mainstream sensitivity” but were also “humble, menial and not in direct competition” with New Zealanders in regards to trade and business; they ‘knew their place’. There were more obstacles Chinese immigrants encountered: they were the only people in New Zealand subjected to a poll tax. In addition to this, “tonnage ratios, literacy tests and thumb printing” challenged them further, as well as the blanket permit system that was imposed in order to prevent Chinese and other coloured migrants from entering and living in New Zealand. They did not receive the right to be supported for unemployment or pensions despite their naturalised New Zealand citizenship. In this way, Chinese immigrants were forced to overcome the hardships and hurdles that were unfairly thrust upon them. The evolution of the Chinese New Zealand identity over the years displayed a transition from a state of isolation and alienation as a result of discrimination, to New Zealand’s comparatively more tolerant attitude and treatment towards the Chinese post World War Two. In more recent years, Chinese immigrants were more welcomed as valued citizens by the New Zealand government; the positiv

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  Social Facilitation Theory: Social facilitation theory is a psychological concept which states that the presence of others can cause an individual to perform better on simple tasks, but worse on complex ones. The social identity theory is closely related as it focuses on how people within a certain group tend to identify with each other and work together in order to achieve the goals they set out for themselves. Loafing Theory: Loafing theory is a psychological concept which suggests that individuals within groups are less likely to expend effort towards completing tasks if there are no consequences for not doing so. This lack of motivation can have negative impacts on group productivity and performance as members may not be willing to put forth maximum effort if they do not feel accountable or rewarded for their contributions. The social identity theory also applies here as it emphasizes how people with like-minded backgrounds and identities share common goals, thus motivating them in working together more effectively.