This book delves into the complex world of organizational dynamics, specifically exploring the disconnect between how managers and subordinates perceive the factors that influence success within a company. Drawing on a longitudinal study of a multi-divisional food service corporation, the author examines the interrelationships between key process variables, such as group effectiveness, job satisfaction, and leadership, and unit performance indicators like profit and efficiency. The research reveals a significant gap between the perspectives of managers and employees. While managers tend to view employee satisfaction as less connected to internal processes and more dependent on external factors like pay and benefits, employees see their satisfaction as directly linked to the dynamics of the work environment. Managers also place a greater emphasis on the role of peer leadership in shaping organizational outcomes, while subordinates believe that the manager's own leadership style is the crucial determinant of unit success. These contrasting viewpoints highlight the potential for miscommunication and conflict within an organization, leading to inefficiencies and hindered progress. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate workings of organizational behavior, providing valuable insights for managers and employees alike seeking to improve collaboration and achieve optimal performance.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex world of organizational dynamics, specifically exploring the disconnect between how managers and subordinates perceive the factors that influence success within a company. Drawing on a longitudinal study of a multi-divisional food service corporation, the author examines the interrelationships between key process variables, such as group effectiveness, job satisfaction, and leadership, and unit performance indicators like profit and efficiency. The research reveals a significant gap between the perspectives of managers and employees. While managers tend to view employee satisfaction as less connected to internal processes and more dependent on external factors like pay and benefits, employees see their satisfaction as directly linked to the dynamics of the work environment. Managers also place a greater emphasis on the role of peer leadership in shaping organizational outcomes, while subordinates believe that the manager's own leadership style is the crucial determinant of unit success. These contrasting viewpoints highlight the potential for miscommunication and conflict within an organization, leading to inefficiencies and hindered progress. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate workings of organizational behavior, providing valuable insights for managers and employees alike seeking to improve collaboration and achieve optimal performance. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332880140_0
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