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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 institutes a diversity program at Hot Rods and,despite his best efforts,people make critical comments about it.Some men are complaining that more women have been hired simply because of their gender and that they lack the necessary skills to perform their jobs.This is most likely a manifestation of:

Definitions:

Implicit Leadership Theory

suggests that people have beliefs and expectations about the characteristics, behaviors, and traits that make an effective leader.

Competency Theory

a theory that suggests that individuals are most effective when their competencies, including knowledge, skills, and attributes, align with the demands of their job.

Symbolize Vision

To symbolize vision means to represent or embody an organization's goals, aspirations, or guiding principles in a tangible or recognizable form, enhancing alignment and inspiration among stakeholders.

Walking The Talk

Refers to individuals or organizations behaving in a manner consistent with their proclaimed values and principles.