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5.1 What is Self-Efficacy?<br />

Self-efficacy, as defined by Albert Bandura, [1] represents your perception of your abilities to meet a goal<br />

you have set for yourself. It is similar to self-confidence. Self-efficacy is a foundational component in<br />

cultural intelligence. For the past 25 years, scholars have researched this topic and the strategies that<br />

leaders can use to encourage higher levels of efficacy in their employees.<br />

People <strong>with</strong> lower self-efficacy will have challenges throughout intercultural processes because they do<br />

not believe that they will be able to solve the problem. They do not feel they have the skills needed to work<br />

through the issues. Conversely, leaders who have higher levels of self-efficacy believe they can overcome<br />

obstacles, whether difficult or not. They have an easier time engaging in problem solving and finding<br />

strategic approaches for solving the issues before them.<br />

Table 5.1 Self-efficacy Perspectives About Unfamiliar <strong>Cultural</strong> Settings<br />

High Self-Efficacy Perspective About Unfamiliar<br />

<strong>Cultural</strong> Settings<br />

The task is to master unfamiliar settings<br />

Sets higher commitment to goals and process<br />

Internal motivation to work diligently<br />

“If I fail, I’ll try again”<br />

Focus on success and removing obstacles<br />

Visualize positive experiences and outcomes<br />

Low Self-Efficacy Perspective About Unfamiliar<br />

<strong>Cultural</strong> Settings<br />

The task is “too big for me” to handle<br />

No commitment to goals and process<br />

Motivation is decreased; little to no effort<br />

“It’s too stressful, complicated, and frustrating.”<br />

Focus on obstacles and challenges<br />

Visualize negative experiences and outcomes<br />

[1] Bandura (1974).<br />

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