Production Manager

question 18

Essay

Production manager.You are an experienced competent manager of a production department.A new potential customer offered to buy a large quantity of your product for a reasonable price.The offer is open for a few days,which gives you time for input into the decision if you want it.To fill the new order,your employees would have to work nights and weekends for three weeks.The company has no union and cannot force employees to work overtime.However,your department members work well together,they have a very good performance record,and they like to participate in decision making.Which primary leadership style would you use to make the decision to take the order or not?
Step 1: Which version of the model should you use?
(_____ time-driven _____ development-driven)
Step 2: How did you answer the model's questions?
Did you skip any questions?
(H = high,L = low,NA = not answered/skipped)

Step 3: Which leadership style is the most appropriate?
____ Decide ____ Consult individuals ____ Consult group ____ Facilitate ____ Delegate

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Definitions:

HR Competency

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required by human resources professionals to effectively perform their roles.

Trustworthy Partners

Individuals or organizations deemed reliable and dependable in business collaborations or partnerships, based on their integrity, competence, and performance history.

Learning Organization

An organization that actively encourages, facilitates, and values the learning of its members, allowing it to continuously transform and improve.

Mental Models

The cognitive frameworks that individuals use to understand and interpret the world around them.