Principles of Management
OER 2019 Edition
ISBN: 9780998625768
Author: OpenStax
Publisher: OpenStax College
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Chapter 14.3, Problem 1DQ
As a Western manager working in the Middle East or sub-Saharan Africa, what motivational issues might you face?
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Chapter 14 Solutions
Principles of Management
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