Some Companies Try to Give Workers a Large Amount of Discretion

question 121

Short Answer

Some companies try to give workers a large amount of discretion so they feel empowered. At Morning Star Company, the world's largest tomato processor, the empowerment program includes all of the following features except
workers write up a mission statement which describes how they will contribute to the overall goals of the company.
employees are expected to propose the hiring of new people if they are overloaded or if they see a need that should be met.
each employee develops a "Colleague Letter of Understanding" with other employees who are affected by the person's work.
workers have the right to set their own salary.
at the end of the year, employees receive feedback on their performance from colleagues with whom they have a Letter of Understanding.

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Definitions:

Pleasure Needs

The basic human requirement for experiences or activities that bring about enjoyment, satisfaction, or positive feelings.

Practical Ways

Effective and realistic methods or approaches to accomplish tasks or solve problems.

Morality

Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.

Personality

The unique combination of psychological traits that influence how an individual interacts with their environment.