Chapter 4, Problem 19CR

Summary Introduction

Case Summary:

Tall poppy syndrome or feelings of envy, resentment to the people who perform well in the groups has been there for centuries. In a workplace, the efforts of the tall poppies or high performing people are undermined by the short poppies. This depends on the personality traits of the observers who judge the people. The tall poppy syndrome though is universal, differs across cultures. In some cultures, it is seen as positive, while in some cultures are more inclined to cut down the tall poppies. Efforts from both tall poppies as well as managers can help so that the group works in unison.

Characters in the case:

There are no specific characters mentioned in the discussion.

The behaviors of students of Japan, United States and Australia are mentioned in this passage.

Adequate Information:

In Japan, students try to cut down the high performers while in United State they reward the high performers.

To Determine:

The ways in which managers could cultivate a positive group attitude aimed towards success.