Hot Topic Is a Fast­growing Clothing Chain Targeted to the Alternative

question 13

Multiple Choice

Hot Topic is a fast­growing clothing chain targeted to the alternative teen demographic. Hot Topic's CEO Betsy McLaughlin relies on her employees to locate new trends. McLaughlin almost daily consults with her employees for suggestions on what the stores should carry. She relies on their input before making inventory decisions. McLaughlin uses the ______style of management.

• A) achievement-oriented
• B) Autonomous
• C) Charismatic
• D) Directive
• E) Participative

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Definitions:

Distal Socialization Outcomes

The long-term results of the socialization process, such as the integration into and acceptance by an organization’s culture.

Orientation Program

A structured introduction offered by an organization to acquaint new employees with its policies, procedures, culture, and the roles they will be assuming.

Workplace Stressors

Factors or conditions in the workplace that can cause stress to employees.

Debasement

The reduction in value or quality of something, often used in the context of currency or moral standards.