Write an evaluation of an employee who does not deserve a pay raise after his first six months on the job. He will be visiting your office and you will provide the evaluation verbally. (He will get a written copy later.) Imagine any business you would like. You are the manager, and you make the decision.

Write an evaluation of an employee who does not deserve a pay raise after his first six months on the job. He will be visiting your office and you will provide the evaluation verbally. (He will get a written copy later.) Imagine any business you would like. You are the manager, and you make the decision.

Understanding Management (MindTap Course List)

10th Edition

ISBN:9781305502215

Author:Richard L. Daft, Dorothy Marcic

Publisher:Richard L. Daft, Dorothy Marcic

Chapter1: The World Of Innovative Management

Section: Chapter Questions

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