Which of the Following Is an Example of a Proactive

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a proactive change?

• A) Mirabel's staff is unhappy about the long hours they have been working and several of them quit before she knows there is a problem.
• B) Mirabel's group sends a product that is nearing its launch date back to the drawing board based on a competitor's superior new offering.
• C) Mirabel cannot get permission to hire another person until her group misses several deadlines.
• D) Mirabel is constantly "putting out fires," responding to daily crises in her group.
• E) Mirabel explores improvements in bonus structures with her staff and begins to implement them despite the fact that her employees are generally content.

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Definitions:

Alienating

Creating a feeling of estrangement or detachment among individuals or within a group, often leading to a sense of isolation or disconnection.

Older Workers

Employees who are near or beyond the traditional retirement age, often bringing valuable experience and stability to the workforce.

Family-friendly Benefits

Benefits offered by employers that support the balance between work and family life, such as flexible working hours, parental leave, and childcare support.

Off-shoring

The relocation of business processes or services to a foreign country, often for reasons of cost reduction or access to specialized skills.