Your Manager Asks You for a Cost Estimate to Open

question 86

Essay

Your manager asks you for a cost estimate to open a new retail outlet and says, "I want you to use statistical analysis, so it will be objective because it is based on real data." How would you respond?

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Definitions:

Resistance

Opposition or pushback against instructions, norms, or changes, typically displayed by individuals or groups.

Influence Attempt

An effort by an individual to change the behavior, opinions, or attitudes of another individual or group.

Positive Relationship

An interaction between individuals characterized by mutual respect, cooperation, support, and the absence of conflict or negativity.

Identification

The process of associating oneself with particular groups, ideas, or qualities, leading to a sense of belonging or affinity.