You Are the Manager of a Software Design Firm That

question 15

Multiple Choice

You are the manager of a software design firm that develops software programs for clients using teams of specialists. One of your most successful teams has been together for nearly five years. In the past, this team has performed effectively, and you have been very satisfied with the team's output. Recently, however, you have noticed a marked decrease in the team's performance. You investigate to determine the problem. After interviewing all seven team members, you determine that one of the team members performs routine administrative tasks that are rarely visible to any of the other team members. You suspect that this team member may be loafing off and lagging in his duties. You could most likely improve that team member's output by ________.

• A) encouraging him to work more independently
• B) making his work clearly visible to the other team members
• C) empowering the team member to make decisions
• D) providing him with administrative training
• E) giving him additional assignments to complete

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Definitions:

Hegemony

The dominance of one group over others, often exemplified through cultural, economic, or political means and the consent of the dominated groups.

Multiculturalism

A policy or doctrine that promotes the presence and acceptance of diverse cultural traditions within a society.

Real Culture

The actual behavior patterns, traditions, and norms practiced by a society, as opposed to idealized beliefs or rules.

Cultural Imperialism

The imposition of one culture's beliefs, practices, and artifacts on another culture through media and consumer products rather than by direct military force.