The Stinky Cheese Company Has Just Undergone a Major and Complex

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Essay

The Stinky Cheese Company has just undergone a major and complex change effort that will require employees to work in self-managing teams.The VP of Human Resources is concerned that the institutionalization of the change will be difficult.You have been hired as a consultant to inform her of the factors that can inhibit institutionalization.What will you tell her and recommend that she does to ensure that the change is institutionalized?

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Definitions:

Adaptive

The ability or tendency to adjust or change in response to new conditions, challenges, or environments, often considered a key trait for survival and success.

Achievement-oriented

Describes an individual or organizational culture that emphasizes the importance of setting and accomplishing goals.

Follower Readiness

The degree to which followers are willing, able, and prepared to take on responsibilities, follow directions, or engage in activities directed by a leader.

Leader Position Power

The power and sway possessed by a leader due to their designated function or status in a group or establishment.