Additional Case 4.4 Xavier Has Just Become the Head of HR at Hot

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Additional Case 4.4
Xavier has just become the head of HR at Hot Rods, Inc. He notices that the company is very homogenous, especially in light of the very diverse community in which it is located. He is surprised to find that the number of women and other minorities is quite low in all positions. As one of his first responsibilities, Xavier wants to implement a diversity program at Hot Rods.
-Refer to Additional Case 4.4.Xavier most likely realizes that more men than women hold leadership positions at Hot Rods,Inc.because:

• A) men are more likely to exhibit aggressive behaviors and tendencies in the workplace.
• B) women lack the desire to gain executive positions because of family stress.
• C) men are more technologically skilled than women.
• D) women focus too much on output issues.

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Definitions:

Intimacy Versus Isolation

A stage of psychosocial development proposed by Erik Erikson where the challenge is to develop close, committed relationships with others.

Intimate Relationships

Deeply personal connections between individuals, characterized by mutual affection, trust, and support.

Social Contacts

Interactions and relationships with other people that provide a network of support, communication, and socialization.

Ego Integrity

A sense of completeness and fulfillment in life, and a feeling of wholeness that comes from having lived a meaningful life, which is often associated with Erik Erikson’s final stage of psychological development.