When the Manager Notified the Employees of the Pending Layoff

question 57

Multiple Choice

When the manager notified the employees of the pending layoff, which of the roles described by Mintzberg was the manager of Puffy Treats performing?

• A) Leader.
• B) Liaison.
• C) Disseminator.
• D) Spokesperson.
• E) Disturbance handler.

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Definitions:

Autonomy

In a job context, independence—having control over one’s work and one’s response to the work environment.

Canadian Locals

Refers to the community or inhabitants residing in various regions of Canada, often used in the context of local businesses, culture, or governance.

Human Resource Management

The leadership and management of people within an organization using systems, methods, processes, and procedures that enable employees to optimize their performance and in turn their contribution to the organization and its goals.

Union Presence

The existence or influence of labor unions within a workplace, which can affect employment conditions, wages, and the negotiation of labor contracts.