Miriam Wants to Implement a Sustainability Program for Her Mid-Sized

question 37

Multiple Choice

Miriam wants to implement a sustainability program for her mid-sized paper goods production company, but she knows much of her upper management is skeptical about global warming and environmental issues. What case should she next make to convince them to adopt her plan?

• A) Emphasize how sustainability improves business and shareholder approval.
• B) Emphasize that the company can better avoid regulatory problems if they adopt the plan.
• C) Offer personal financial incentives, particularly bonus packages, for those who come on board.
• D) Don't waste time trying to convince management, but go to lower-level employees to make the case.

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Definitions:

Job Satisfaction

The extent to which employees feel content with their jobs, including aspects such as work tasks, environment, and relationships with coworkers and supervisors.

Embedded

Integrated or firmly ingrained within a particular environment, context, or system.

Community

A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common, or a feeling of fellowship with others as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals.

Withdrawal Response

Withdrawal response is a behavior where an individual disengages or distances themselves from a particular situation, often as a strategy to avoid stress or conflict.