Bus 210 Appendix D
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Appendix D
Contingency Theory of Leadership
Description of work environment The work environment would consist of a casual cubicle, environment. This a well-known beverage company that makes sure all of their products are top notch. The environment will also be safe, secure, and employees will be able to thrive.
In the table below, categorize different leadership approaches that could be used in the work environment you have described. Provide different suggestions for each of the four approaches to leadership.
Directive approach Supportive approach
All employees, managers, and maintenance, will have prior experience and attend regular training classes to be up to date on any company changes. For those employees that are not salaried, schedules will be posted one week in advance. Upon hiring an employee, they will be given a folder that contains company policies and procedures. Inside the folder, there will be a disciplinary plan in effect to govern all employees. There will be raises once a year, and the percentage will be based on performance. The company will provide tuition assistance to those employees who maintain an average GPA. Employees will be recognized by management when they go above and beyond the company’s expectations. Starting from day one, all employees will receive three weeks of paid vacation, seven days of personal time, and two discretionary holidays. The company also provides short-term and long-term disability. A basic insurance plan will start from day one. Child care is provided for all employees with children under the age of five. This is an equal opportunity workplace.
Participative approach Achievement-oriented approach
Employees can turn in a calendar with the dates that they would like to have off, before the company’s fiscal year. Weekly meetings will be held, between supervisors and employees to discuss any issues, then between supervisors and management to decide how to deal with certain
Appendix D
Contingency Theory of Leadership
Description of work environment The work environment would consist of a casual cubicle, environment. This a well-known beverage company that makes sure all of their products are top notch. The environment will also be safe, secure, and employees will be able to thrive.
In the table below, categorize different leadership approaches that could be used in the work environment you have described. Provide different suggestions for each of the four approaches to leadership.
Directive approach Supportive approach
All employees, managers, and maintenance, will have prior experience and attend regular training classes to be up to date on any company changes. For those employees that are not salaried, schedules will be posted one week in advance. Upon hiring an employee, they will be given a folder that contains company policies and procedures. Inside the folder, there will be a disciplinary plan in effect to govern all employees. There will be raises once a year, and the percentage will be based on performance. The company will provide tuition assistance to those employees who maintain an average GPA. Employees will be recognized by management when they go above and beyond the company’s expectations. Starting from day one, all employees will receive three weeks of paid vacation, seven days of personal time, and two discretionary holidays. The company also provides short-term and long-term disability. A basic insurance plan will start from day one. Child care is provided for all employees with children under the age of five. This is an equal opportunity workplace.
Participative approach Achievement-oriented approach
Employees can turn in a calendar with the dates that they would like to have off, before the company’s fiscal year. Weekly meetings will be held, between supervisors and employees to discuss any issues, then between supervisors and management to decide how to deal with certain