Wanderlust Tech Group Creates New Video Games

question 11

Essay

Wanderlust Tech Group creates new video games.The staff consists of young,tech-savvy college graduates.Over 80 percent of employees in this close-knit company are recognized "gamers." They have fun together in and out of work.
Recently,management has noticed increased turnover and teams have missed several project deadlines.The company changed its hiring criteria about eight months ago to include values associated with self-transcendence and conservation.Human Resources feels that these traits are consistent with the company's vision and goals.A recent employee attitude survey showed that younger employees prefer to work in autonomous teams in which they have more latitude over how the work gets done.While management likes the value of autonomy,it believes that teams need a team leader.The survey further showed that employees desire more recognition and more career paths.The company is relatively small and there are not many managerial positions that can be used for promotions.Results confirmed high levels of employee commitment and perceived organizational support.
Some of the more tenured employees have become disgruntled about the salaries paid to new hires.New hires are making only a few thousand dollars a year less than more experienced people.The company feels that it's progressive policy about telecommuting allows employees to work from home and should allay any complaints about pay.
Using the 3-Step Problem-Solving Approach,describe how management can address these issues.

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Definitions:

Novel Situations

New or unfamiliar circumstances that an individual has not previously encountered, often requiring adaptation or problem-solving.

Anxiety

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

Current Findings

The latest results or conclusions from scientific research, studies, or investigations, often subject to peer review.

Short-tempered

Having a tendency to become angry or irritated easily.