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Scenario C

question 33

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Scenario C. Imagine that your organization has just begun to initiate major changes in its manufacturing processes. There has been some resistance among employees to these changes but middle management has developed some specific ideas to enlist cooperation among the employees. They are:
1. Management will have a series of small-group discussions to explain the changes to employees. These meetings will involve explanations of "why" the changes will be made and the logic behind the decisions to make the changes and not simply how to execute the new processes.
2. A few employees who are well known for their resistance to these changes have been appointed to serve as "employee liaisons" on the management change leadership team.
3. A vacation-time bonus will be awarded to employee groups who meet the organization's timeline for implementing the changes.
4. Two senior managers have been identified who are willing and capable of meeting with employees who ultimately refuse to implement the changes. The decision has been made that if an employee causes their work group to fall behind the timeline, they will be told that their choices are to "adapt to the new program or find some other place to work."

-The second management tactic above is an example of which of the following approaches?

Definitions:

Transformational Leadership

A leadership style that inspires and motivates followers to exceed their own interests for the good of the group or organization, and to achieve greater performance.

Participative Leadership

A leadership style where the leader involves team members in decision-making processes and problem-solving to encourage ownership and engagement.

Consultative Leadership

A leadership style where the leader solicits input and feedback from their team before making decisions.

Personal Power

An individual's ability to influence others based on personal attributes, skills, or relationships, rather than formal authority.