The "Persistence of the Secretary" Is Due to

question 44

Multiple Choice

The "persistence of the secretary" is due to

• A)the recognition that technology sometimes fails.
• B)the persistence of multiple clerical tasks that require the attention of a single worker.
• C)government definitions of what constitutes an occupation.
• D)the unwillingness of managers to use technology to replace labor.
• E)recognition that hierarchy is dysfunctional in contemporary organizations.

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Definitions:

Renew Competencies

Refers to the process of updating and refreshing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities that are essential for individuals or organizations to remain competitive and proficient in their fields.

Business Environment

The combination of all external and internal factors that influence the operations, opportunities, and threats to an organization.

Discarded Strategy

A strategic plan or action that has been abandoned or no longer pursued by an organization.

Changing Circumstances

Refers to the alteration or evolution of conditions or situations which may impact decisions, actions, or outcomes.