Andrew, a Twenty Year Veteran in Computer Software Development Management

question 28

Multiple Choice

Andrew, a twenty year veteran in computer software development management, always follows the hot stove rule for discipline.He would support which of the following actions?

• A)He waits until he has several issues to reprimand an employee.That avoids excessive bad moods on the employee's part.
• B)He doesn't bother employees with the organization's rules and standards of behavior.That tends to make them feel less professional.
• C)He skips the first step and goes straight to written warnings for problem employees.
• D)Once the action is taken, he makes every attempt to let it go and get on with work, treating the person like before.
• E)He makes allowances for his star performers.

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