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Compare and Contrast the Effect of Downsizing on Those Who

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Compare and contrast the effect of downsizing on those who are laid off and those who remain in the organization after the layoffs.


Definitions:

Flexibility

The quality of being able to adapt to new, different, or changing requirements.

Discretion

The freedom to decide or act according to one's own judgment.

Competing Values Framework

A model that categorizes organizational cultures based on two dimensions: flexibility versus stability and internal versus external focus, highlighting the competing demands organizations face.

Hierarchy Culture

An organizational culture characterized by a structured setup where decisions follow a strict top-down approach, emphasizing control and defined roles.

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