The Chinese Appeared More Flexible About Uncertainty and Were Able

question 35

Short Answer

The Chinese appeared more flexible about uncertainty and were able to explore a relationship with Canwall without tying it to a deal. The Canadians had less willingness to tolerate uncertainty,and indeed had convinced themselves they had successfully closed the deal by the time they left China.

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Definitions:

Skills Approach

A perspective in management and leadership that emphasizes the importance of developing specific abilities and competencies.

Strengths And Weaknesses

The positive attributes and areas for improvement that an individual or organization possesses, relevant to achieving goals or tasks.

Place Within An Organization

The role, position, or status an individual occupies within an organizational structure.

Katz's Skills Model

A framework suggesting that effective leadership depends on three basic personal skills: technical, human, and conceptual.