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Application of Mintzberg's Roles to Size of Organization

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Application of Mintzberg's Roles to Size of Organization
John is the CEO of a large manufacturing firm that produces construction equipment. George is the owner and operator of a small business that produces one of the key engine components for John's manufacturing firm. Both are managers; however, George has noticed some differences between his activities and the activities John performs. George spends much of his time in outwardly directed activities such as meeting with customers and potential investors. John seems to spend more of his time on activities that are directed internally, such as allocating resources to appropriate departments. George wonders what accounts for this difference, and he goes to a management consultant for input.
-The consultant informs George that the most important role of a small business manager is which of the following?

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