Video Synopsis
This video explores how intimate relationships conducted between coworkers can result in problematic issues presenting themselves to the entire organization. The scenario portrayed in this video depicts such problems as decreased employee job performance, rampant organizational gossip, and employee misuse of work time. It also indicates that, quite possibly, the most devastating challenge that may manifest from such an occurrence is the potential for disastrous legal difficulties for the organization.
The video stresses how important it is for managers to utilize appropriate human resource management techniques when faced with challenging issues. The importance of maintaining a professional atmosphere during discussion of the problem, keeping the issue in focus, offering corrective actions, and seeking the immediate counsel of the organization’s human resource department are paramount to achieving a suitable resolution to problematic issues.
Assessment of Executive’s Response
The executive, Bill Schule, responded to the situation presented in this case as indicated in the table below. Do you agree with Bill’s responses? If not, what are your responses? Please complete the “Your Response” column with the actions you think he should take regarding each response.
Also respond to the following questions:
A. What is your overall assessment of Bill’s response to the situation?
B. List some good things and some things missing or needing improvement regarding Bills conduct.
C. What letter grade would you give Bill for handling this interaction with Randall? What supports your assessment?
Sample Solution