Managerial Roles Unscramble DIRECTIONS: Apply what you learned about Managerial Roles in this module to unscramble the Sample Management Activities from the 3rd column to the corresponding row of the Examples column that best matches the Managerial Role described. Hint: Take your time and apply critical thinking skills, this activity is like a puzzle and some of the pieces may fit more easily than others. However, there is only one best correct answer for each role. Role Examples Sample Management Activities Information Roles • Authorized the use of funds for a new team to travel from branch to branch to train management on a new, internal software • Participates in initial selection of teams and assigning tasks – followed by mentoring team members to success • Arranges or brokers the best price points with suppliers and vendors • Successfully interfaces with a variety of people and groups to facilitate close working relationships • Participates in Chamber of Commerce events with other companies to learn more about what is happening in the local industry and community • Shares new product data and production progress through an e-newsletter directed at employees • Researches various new geographical locations to open a future branch office • Resolves conflicts among team members to maintain effective track towards goals • Accepts the GOLD CUP award for excellent contributions to the community • Participates in a nationally televised press conference for a new product launch Monitor: Seeks out and gathers information relevant to the organization Disseminator: Provides information where it is needed in the organization Spokesperson: Transmits information to people outside the organization Interpersonal Roles Figurehead: Represents the company in a symbolic way Leader: Guides and motivates employees to achieve organizational goals Liaison: Acts as a go-between among individuals inside and outside the organization Decision Roles Entrepreneur: Searches out new opportunities and initiates change Disturbance handler: Handles unexpected events and crises Resource allocator: Designates the use of financial, human, and other organizational resources Negotiator Represents the company at negotiating processes