SCENARIO 11-5 a Recent Phenomenon Facing Organizations Is That of Downsizing.This

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SCENARIO 11-5 A recent phenomenon facing organizations is that of downsizing.This has a tremendous impact on the organization's function and presents a major challenge for leadership.Many individuals charged with taking an organization to higher levels of profitability, or even just surviving, are aware that they must somehow continue to provide meaningful work and facilitate pride and satisfaction on the part of employees.These individuals must be willing to take risks and develop effective people orientation skills.Speed of innovation and the focus on people, talent and skills is paramount.
The biggest challenge is to survive in a rapidly changing environment and somehow keep the best people from leaving.In some areas, the workforce is aging and requires replacement.Many "hands-on," detail-oriented managers appear to be successful.Performance orientation, the ability to make the right decisions quickly, and changing an organization's structure to respond effectively are also major challenges.
The fundamental questions raised by many are--What type of leadership is neededWhat leadership styles are best suitedHow does a leader change and adapt
Although organizations require a combination of strong leadership and strong management, the process of leadership does have specific characteristics.Which of the following best describes the role of leadership

• A)Leaders have no vision-managers do that.
• B)Leaders let managers deal with change.
• C)Leaders let individuals deal with their own personal hurdles by leaving them on their own.
• D)Leaders are micromanagers.
• E)Leaders innovate for the entire organization.

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