Description
- Based on your readings and any additional resources, provide a narrative outline of the six major sets of HR activities discussed in the textbook. Explain the importance or significance of each function and list some specific activities that fall within each set.
- Pick two of the sexual harassment scenarios, using readings and experiences, select what you believe to be an appropriate response to the situation. Discuss why you chose that particular response and how it reflects effective communication, leadership, and personnel guidelines.
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Team #
1
You are Susan's supervisor. She comes to you and co
nfidentially reports that a
co-worker is bothering her in a sexually suggestive
manner. You offer to
investigate the matter. She firmly rejects the offe
r and states that she merely
wanted you to be aware of the situation in case it
became worse. What is your
next move?
A. Keep a close eye on the employee and report the
matter to senior
management if Susan complains again or if you indep
endently observe
inappropriate conduct.
B. Report the matter immediately to senior managem
ent; however, protect
Susan by characterizing the complaint as originatin
g from "an employee."
C. Immediately fire Susan for noncompliance with t
he sexual harassment policy.
Find a reason to terminate Susan as soon as possibl
e.
D. Tell Susan that as her supervisor, you are obli
gated to report and follow up on
this type matter. Afterward, report the matter to s
enior management and seek
assistance in handling the matter
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Team #2
Gayle is a supervisor and she is thinking about dat
ing an employee in her work
group. She works long hours and has not met anyone
outside of work. She
believes that this relationship could have long ter
m possibilities. What is the best
advice to Gayle regarding the problem of sexual har
assment?
A. Go for it! This is a personal decision, unrelate
d to the workplace.
B. If Gayle dates a person she directly supervises,
her company will likely
terminate her. Gayle should know this before procee
ding.
C. This is a personal decision that could result i
n a successful, longtime
relationship and even a marriage.
D. Almost all such relationships end up resulting
in a sexual harassment or
sexual favoritism claim. Gayle should keep on looki
ng.
E. None of the above.
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