Scenario - Barry Miller

question 48

Multiple Choice

Scenario - Barry Miller
The promotion to first line manager took place just six weeks ago for Barry Miller. He was well qualified for the promotion, but the new job still required a lot of training. One of the challenges has been to coordinate the production of his team with the needs of the sales department and with the availability of raw materials from his suppliers. Setting priorities and developing schedules to accomplish the work is a part of Barry's job that he has really enjoyed. The challenges to maintain high rapport and to build a strong team with his employees have already brought him a lot of satisfaction. In reflecting about the last six weeks, Barry concludes that he is very happy about his new job.
-The managerial skill that is least important at Barry's middle-level management position is:

• A) conceptual.
• B) human.
• C) technical.
• D) all of these skills are vital.
• E) none of these skills are important.

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Definitions:

Dramatizing

The act of expressing or emphasizing something in a dramatic or exaggerated manner, often to elicit a specific response or attention.

Broker

An individual or entity that acts as an intermediary, facilitating transactions between two or more parties.

Needed Services

Essential services required to meet the basic or specific needs of individuals or communities, such as healthcare, education, or waste management.

Intervention Role

The active effort to bring about change or provide assistance in a situation, often related to health, social, or educational services.