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- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/14%3A_Communication/14.08%3A_Communication_and_ManagementThey also must motivate people to support the plan, build commitment to the organization, establish rapport and collaboration, and keep everyone informed of events and actions that affect the organiza...They also must motivate people to support the plan, build commitment to the organization, establish rapport and collaboration, and keep everyone informed of events and actions that affect the organization. In Mathias’s case, the message he sent was “I’m thinking about ways to cut costs and I will let you know when I have a plan.” But employees interpreted the message as “I’m going to do whatever I have to in order to cut costs.”
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/02%3A_History_of_Management/2.10%3A_Bureaucratic_ManagementFormal rules and regulations lead to uniformity and predictability, but they also can lead to excessive procedures and “red tape.” In spite of its potential problems, some form of bureaucracy is the d...Formal rules and regulations lead to uniformity and predictability, but they also can lead to excessive procedures and “red tape.” In spite of its potential problems, some form of bureaucracy is the dominant form of most large organizations today. He condensed his ideas and experiences into a set of management duties and principles, which he published in 1916 in the book General and Industrial Management.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/08%3A_Groups_Teams_and_Teamwork/8.02%3A_Conflict_Within_TeamsYou may be tempted to get them together to hash out the problems, but a better approach might be to tell the senior team member that his behavior is affecting team performance, that you are relying on...You may be tempted to get them together to hash out the problems, but a better approach might be to tell the senior team member that his behavior is affecting team performance, that you are relying on him to behave more professionally, and that you will be monitoring the situation.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/09%3A_Culture_and_Diversity/9.02%3A_Employee_DiversityIn 1953, for example, IBM’s president wrote a letter to his managers stating: “It is the policy of this organization to hire people who have the personality, talent and background necessary to fill a ...In 1953, for example, IBM’s president wrote a letter to his managers stating: “It is the policy of this organization to hire people who have the personality, talent and background necessary to fill a given job, regardless of race, color or creed.” Even in the Deep South, where segregation was a reality in restaurants, hotels, and even at water fountains, IBM employees of all races and backgrounds ate together in the cafeteria.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/08%3A_Groups_Teams_and_Teamwork/8.08%3A_Assignment-_Midterm_Muddiest_PointOpen Pedagogy Assignments are assignments in which students use their agency and creativity to create knowledge artifacts that can support their own learning, their classmates’ learning, and the learn...Open Pedagogy Assignments are assignments in which students use their agency and creativity to create knowledge artifacts that can support their own learning, their classmates’ learning, and the learning of students around the world. (See this peer-reviewed article for more details.) The assignment on this page is aligned to the learning outcomes of Principles of Management and we’ve identified the module where the reading appears.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/08%3A_Groups_Teams_and_Teamwork/8.09%3A_Why_It_Matters-_Groups_Teams_and_TeamworkLisa is a project manager with IT Solutions, and she was recently given an assignment to deliver a new customer relationship management database for the organization’s largest client. As Lisa reviews ...Lisa is a project manager with IT Solutions, and she was recently given an assignment to deliver a new customer relationship management database for the organization’s largest client. As Lisa reviews the specifics of the project, she realizes she has a lot to accomplish, and the deadlines are really tight. In this module, you will learn why teams are important, how to develop effective teams, and how to deal with common conflicts that might arise.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/08%3A_Groups_Teams_and_Teamwork/8.15%3A_Building_Effective_TeamsIf personal goals and team goals are not interdependent (for example, if a team goal is not specifically tied to a personal goal), then the employee most likely will focus on her own needs to the detr...If personal goals and team goals are not interdependent (for example, if a team goal is not specifically tied to a personal goal), then the employee most likely will focus on her own needs to the detriment of the team. Experts also agree that the optimal size of the team is driven by other factors: what type of task the team will perform, what skills the team requires to complete the task, and the time provided to complete the task.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/09%3A_Culture_and_Diversity/9.10%3A_Introduction_to_Organizational_CultureWhat you’ll learn to do: describe organizational culture, and explain how culture can be a competitive advantage When everyone in a corporation shares the same values and goals, it’s possible to creat...What you’ll learn to do: describe organizational culture, and explain how culture can be a competitive advantage When everyone in a corporation shares the same values and goals, it’s possible to create a culture of mutual respect, collaboration, and support. Companies that have a strong, supportive culture are more likely to attract highly qualified, loyal employees who understand and work toward the company’s best interests.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/09%3A_Culture_and_Diversity/9.08%3A_Discussion-_Color_Blind_or_Color_BraveWe have to be willing, as teachers and parents and entrepreneurs and scientists, we have to be willing to have proactive conversations about race with honesty and understanding and courage, not becaus...We have to be willing, as teachers and parents and entrepreneurs and scientists, we have to be willing to have proactive conversations about race with honesty and understanding and courage, not because it’s the right thing to do, but because it’s the smart thing to do, because our businesses and our products and our science, our research, all of that will be better with greater diversity.” Identify opportunities you have to be “color brave.” Why do you think Hobson says diversity will make our …
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/04%3A_Environments_and_Strategic_Management/4.05%3A_Assignment-_Environmental_ScanningIn this assignment, you will briefly summarize the PESTEL framework and develop a PESTEL analysis for a business of your choice. Select a specific business or an industry that you are familiar with as...In this assignment, you will briefly summarize the PESTEL framework and develop a PESTEL analysis for a business of your choice. Select a specific business or an industry that you are familiar with as a consumer/fan (i.e., sports team, musician, favorite retail establishment), employee or stock investor and develop a PESTEL analysis that includes at least 5 factors in each category: political, economic, social, technological, environmental and legal.
- https://biz.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Principles_of_Management_(Lumen)/04%3A_Environments_and_Strategic_Management/4.08%3A_Why_It_Matters-_Environments_and_Strategic_ManagementHe sits down and says, “I’m excited to have you in this new role, and I know you’re going to do fantastic.” Then he pauses briefly and continues, “Now tell me—what are you going to do about Amazon?” Y...He sits down and says, “I’m excited to have you in this new role, and I know you’re going to do fantastic.” Then he pauses briefly and continues, “Now tell me—what are you going to do about Amazon?” You will learn techniques to assess the environments in which your organization operates and how to maneuver within them to achieve a favorable outcome.
