A Tale of Two Managers

question 150

Multiple Choice

A Tale of Two Managers
Renee and Frank are managers of two different departments at Pharma-cost.com, an on-line pharmacy targeted to the Generation X population. The company is facing increased government scrutiny, especially with uncertainties surrounding on-line drug distribution, on-line sales tax, consumer protection regulation, etc. While Renee believes in defending the status quo through lawsuits and lobbying, Frank says Pharma-cost.com should improve performance to avoid government intervention.
-Refer to A Tale of Two Managers. Frank would be described as ____ on the political response continuum.

• A) wait and watch
• B) overzealous
• C) reactive
• D) neutral
• E) proactive

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Definitions:

Treats Others

Refers to the manner in which an individual interacts with and regards other people within interpersonal relationships or social contexts.

Ends in Themselves

Refers to Kantian ethics principle where individuals are considered as having intrinsic value, not merely as means to others' ends.

Common Goal

A shared objective or aim pursued by individuals within a group or organization.

Ethical Leadership Principle

A guideline for leadership behavior that emphasizes honesty, integrity, fairness, and respect in decision-making and interactions.