Sarah's manager had given her feedback on her low performance for the quarter. She internalized the manager's observation and started thinking of herself as an unprofessional and inefficient employee. This lowered her ____, and she tended to be even less productive than before. This led to a vicious cycle.
A)locus of control
B)self-awareness
C)social competence
D)self-concept

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Sarah's manager's feedback had an impact on her self-concept, which refers to one's overall view of oneself. This negative self-concept, in turn, lowered her motivation and productivity, creating a self-reinforcing cycle.

Sarah's Manager Had Given Her Feedback on Her Low Performance