Examination of untraditional recruiting methods and job interviews

Tech Planet, of Menlo Park, CA, uses weekly lunches and "wacky follow-up sessions" as substitutes for first-round job interviews. During the informal meals, potential employees are expected to mingle, and they are then reviewed by the Tech Planet employees they meet at the luncheons. One Tech Planet employee asks candidates to ride a unicycle in her office to see if "they'll bond with the corporate culture or not." Toward the end of the screening process, the surviving group of interviewees has to solve brainteasers, and then openly evaluate their fellow candidates' strengths and weaknesses. The group should arrive at answers regarding the following set of questions: What issues with ... click for more

Is Jennifer right about the need to evaluate the workers formally? Why or why not? If you think she is right, how do you explain away Mel's arguments?

Note: You must complete the activity for this unit in order to fulfill the requirements of this assignment. Go to Course Materials, Unit 3, Activity. Now that you have your supervisor's opinion, prepare a response for Jennifer and Mel highlighting your thoughts. Here are the questions they need answered. Is Jennifer right about the need to evaluate the workers formally? Why or why not? If you think she is right, how do you explain away Mel's arguments? Select a performance appraisal method for the salespeople, Web designer, or Web surfer, and provide reasoning as to why this is the most appropriate method for this position. Along with selecting the method, develop the appraisal form... click for more

What causes conflict between employees in organizations? What has been your professional experience with conflict with another employee?

Check Your Understanding What causes conflict between employees in organizations? What has been your professional experience with conflict with another employee? Exercises Construct a work conflict situation between two employees who both want to shingle the lower roof of a house you have just built for sale. Imagine the situation. Describe the work site and the explanations you receive from both the workers as each attempts to influence your decision(s). For example, both workers might claim that they are afraid of heights. You must be innovative in your resolution of this problem. What will you do to settle the dispute? Use the principles and terminology you have learned to build... click for more

Proctor and Gamble's Acquisition of Gillette

What strategic actions should P&G executives undertake to ensure the Gillette acquisition ultimately benefits shareholders? What must be done to achieve the expected 1 + 1 = 3 benefit? Should the company pursue additional acquisitions?

Employee Involvement Programs

What do you think are the best employee involvement programs? Why?