Using Douglas McGregor's (1960) X & Y theory, describe the type of manager Professor is and discuss the relationship between Professor's leadership style and employee productivity and satisfaction

Management, Loose-Leaf Version
13th Edition
ISBN:9781305969308
Author:Richard L. Daft
Publisher:Richard L. Daft
Chapter2: The Evolution Of Management Thinking
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 1EE
icon
Related questions
Question
100%

Professor explains that he learned early in his career from his mentors at MoneyHeist Ltd the importance of managing individuals in a variety of ways and not intentionally intimidating people, but rather relating to them and their unique perspectives. As CEO, he wishes to encourage employees to complete tasks and take risks without fear. He inspires his teams by effectively communicating her goals and objectives. He also directed his management team to conduct employee performance evaluations every six months. Professor not only successfully led the company through this difficult period, but he also helped to build a stronger and more focused organization.

MoneyHeist Ltd was turned around by Professor. Professor began working for the company in 1993 and worked his way up the corporate ladder, holding several management positions before becoming CEO in 2002. Based on his previous experience with MoneyHeist Ltd, he knew that when he took over, the company had powerful employees with varying levels of motivation. Professor believed that, among other important business changes, motivating employees at MoneyHeist Ltd was critical to bringing the company back from the brink of failure. His guiding principle was the belief that in order to satisfy customers, employees must be interested and motivated in their work. He has close relationships with many of the employees because of his tenure with MoneyHeist Ltd, which provides a sense of comfort and teamwork. He likens the company to a nice family. Professor was tasked with managing three (3) subordinates in the interim – Denver, Rio, and Berlin. His success was dependent on his ability to keep these employees motivated. Each of his subordinates is profiled briefly below.

 

Using Douglas McGregor's (1960) X & Y theory, describe the type of manager Professor is and discuss the relationship between Professor's leadership style and employee productivity and satisfaction 

Expert Solution
trending now

Trending now

This is a popular solution!

steps

Step by step

Solved in 3 steps

Blurred answer
Similar questions
  • SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
Management, Loose-Leaf Version
Management, Loose-Leaf Version
Management
ISBN:
9781305969308
Author:
Richard L. Daft
Publisher:
South-Western College Pub