How Are Outside Consultants at a Disadvantage When Hired as Change

question 90

Multiple Choice

How are outside consultants at a disadvantage when hired as change agents?

• A)inadequate understanding of basic organizational behaviour
• B)inadequate understanding of the organization's culture and history
• C)prone to inaction through inadequate understanding
• D)less objective than staff
• E)prone to initiating too few reforms

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Definitions:

Conflict Trigger

A specific incident, misunderstanding, or situation that immediately escalates tensions or disagreements, leading to a conflict.

Communication Breakdowns

Occurrences where communication fails or becomes ineffective, leading to misunderstandings or conflict.

Time Pressures

The stress or urgency to complete tasks or make decisions within a limited timeframe.

Unreasonable Standards

Expectations or benchmarks that are excessively high, unrealistic, or unattainable.