Tim remembers his high school experience fondly. He had a
wonderful welding teacher that always took interest in his life, and
told him that he was a talented student, with potential to be a
great welder some day. A few years after graduating high school,
Tim applies to a job at the local steel factory, he gets the job, and
within week he is promoted. His self esteem is flying high, and he
remembers the encouragement and kind words of his welding
instructor fondly.
This story highlights which of the following concepts?
Social Comparisons
O Reference Groups
O Reflected Appraisals
O Social Expectations