Introduction/Case Summary:
Winston is the regional manager of sales for Cyn-Com Systems who was performing well. However, he has a serious issue with drugs and alcohol which has forced the senior management to ask him to resign and sign a noncompeting agreement for a good recommendation from Cyn-Com. However, there were certain mismanagement issues that came to light after Winston's departure and now another company is asking for references from Cyn-Com about Winston.
Characters:
Tess Danville − Director HR, Terry Winston − Regional Sales Manager.
To Determine:
Whether to ask the VP sales to release you from the agreement or offer the reference himself.
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