1. Identify and briefly discuss four steps that managers can take to change a culture that is out of step with the company's strategy. You can use your own company (optional), or discuss in general. (4+ minimum paragraphs)
2. Identify five factors that tend to weaken the intensity of competitive rivalry among an industry's member firms. Think of the academic textbook industry to analyze this question. (5+ paragraphs minimum).
3.Identify and briefly describe the three main drivers of unethical strategies and unethical managerial and business behavior. Apply to any company who has failed due to unethical business behavior. (3+ paragraphs minimum)
4.Briefly define each of the following terms: (minimum 4+ paragraphs)
a. Strategy
b. Sustainable competitive advantage
c. Business model
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