New Case

Dorothy Morison

Your assignment is to read and analyze the case, “Dorothy Morison.”  You will be handing in a hard copy the last day of class.

· Identify Dorothy’s main problem and the symptoms of the problem.

· Use theories and concepts (Leadership theories, from the class to help explain the problem, e.g. conflict, power, leadership, and organizational change (there is only a little information given in the case about leadership). You might also find that some of the material on communication and personality is useful.

· Make sure you address the following issues:

1 -What types of conflict exist in the case? What are the causes?

2 -What style of conflict resolution does Dorothy use?

3 -What sources of power does Dorothy have? Which does she use

 

· If Dorothy could start all over, what do you think she should do? Use class concepts to explain your conclusions.  Is there anything that needs to be done at higher levels?

 

· Given the situation that has occurred, is there anything Dorothy can do to turn it around?  Should she start looking for a new job? 

 

The paper should be approximately 7 pages, double-spaced.    You will be graded based on the following:

· Clarity and organization

· Grammar and spelling.

· Application of readings and class material in interesting and insightful ways.

· Adequate theoretical/logical justifications for the solutions. Were the solutions realistic?

 

class materials mean: Locus of control in behavioral science ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Locus_of_control )

Big 5 personality Types https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Five_personality_traits

http://psychology.about.com/od/personalitydevelopment/a/bigfive.htm