STRATEGIC MGMT LL CASEBOOK W/CONNECT
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Author: Rothaermel
Publisher: MCG/CREATE
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Chapter 11, Problem 1MS
Summary Introduction
Case summary:
The case addresses the major issue faced by most of the employees after their time of employment which is the best fit for the organization. Many of the workers find it difficult to select a company which suits them best.
Company Z allows their employees to quit their job along with their salary after one month from their time of employment if they find the organization does not suit them. It allows them to make their employment decision and also employees comfortable with the organization stays in the company. There are many personality tests such as MB or TBF test to judge the compatibility of career and personality types.
To select: The organizational characteristics which are appealing and cross out those factors which are not and determine whether there is a trend towards either the mechanistic or organic organization.
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