1. Mr. Crane is the manager of a video production company. To maximize efficiency, he assigns associates to departments (e.g. film department, editing department, sound department, etc.) according to their talents and skills. After time passes, he observes that overall job satisfaction among associates is low and job performance is declining. Describe and illustrate how Mr. Crane would diagnose and improve motivation within his organization.
2. Discuss the difference between “Management” and “Leadership” in relation to how they may lead to different behaviors of employees.
3. Assess the impact of situational leadership methods on organizational performance in the following situation - An organization needs managers who have the ability to develop associates who can perform well when given a high level of autonomy.
4. Fly Cheap Airlines had to declare bankruptcy. A new CEO has been hired who has a reputation for her strategic leadership ability, and she quickly develops a strategic plan to reorganize the airline. Examine how effective teams could be used by Fly Cheap Airlines as part of their new competitive strategy.
5. Company X sells electronic equipment. Company X intends to acquire several smaller electronic production companies and incorporate them into the organization as functional units. Discuss the change process and suggest skills necessary for the responsible manager directing this change process.