Author Question: Someone with ________ is likely to excel at certain tasks, but they don't make the best managers ... (Read 98 times)

Marty · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

Someone with ________ is likely to excel at certain tasks, but they don't make the best managers because they focus on attaining their goals instead of the team or organization's goals, they tend to take personal credit for achievements instead of

celebrating team success, they micromanage, and they don't involve or inspire others.
A) An introverted personality
B) A high need for power
C) A high need for achievement
D) A type A personality

Question 2

Which of the following organizations is LEAST LIKELY resistant to change?

A) a toilet paper producer with a centralized structure
B) a large automaker with many powerful divisions
C) a retail store that has many long-time employees
D) a small consulting firm with an equal power distribution

jlaineee · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: C) Individuals with a high need for achievement are driven to excel at certain tasks but because they are more focused on their personal achievements, tend to micromanage, and are less likely to inspire or involve others, they may not make the best managers.

Answer to Question 2

D