Christian's Manager Jeff Never Discusses Personal Topics, Avoids Eye Contact

question 99

Multiple Choice

Christian's manager Jeff never discusses personal topics, avoids eye contact, and doesn't attend office parties or other work-related social events. Christian tells a coworker Michelle about his fear that their manager is planning to fire them because of his aloofness. Christian is reassured when Michelle points out that Jeff is quiet and aloof because he simply doesn't have a sociable, outgoing personality. Michelle's response demonstrates the idea that

• A)subordinates are better off with a manager who is extraverted rather than introverted.
• B)a manager with an introverted personality often clashes with subordinates who are more outgoing.
• C)understanding personality differences can help subordinates understand managers' behavior.
• D)introverted managers need to change their personalities to lead effectively.
• E)organization members tend to seek employees who are similar in personality to themselves.

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