· Video # 1: Hawthorne Studies: The year they discovered people
· Video # 2: Hayley Yates – It’s (past) time to appreciate cultural diversity
· Video # 3: Tim Horton: Special Needs Talent Management
Discussion question #1
1) Initial discussion post must be at least 300 words per question.
(2) APA requirement – your initial post should include (1) textbook reference and (1) external reference
PLEASE PROVIDE RESPONSES TO THE (2) FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:
1. OB helps managers explain, predict, and influence behavior in the workplace. Identify behaviors that you are most interested in explaining, predicting, and influencing in the workplace. Discuss why these behaviors are important to you as a manager.
2. We all bring both conscious and unconscious biases into the workplace. While many companies have diversity programs, some managers still lack the necessary skills and training to properly manage diverse teams. As a manager, what steps would you take to ensure that everyone on your team is treated fairly, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, etc.?