In this assignment you will analyze the organizational behavior of your current or former employer. Describe how the following areas influence the organizational behavior in a negative or positive manner: Law Firm
1. Type of culture (Pluralism, Dualism or Salad bowl)
2. Modes of communication in the organization (ie, written or verbal)
3. Nature of (ie, social networking)
4. Motivational techniques (eg intrinsic or extrinsic used to influence productivity and performance)
5. Areas of EQ (emotional quotient) embraced by the organization
6. Virtual elements (ie, teleworking and virtual offices)
Provide examples for each item listed above and discuss how each example applies to the identified organization. Your paper must be eight to ten pages in length and use the minimum of four scholarly sources, in addition to the textbook. The paper should be formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
• Must be eight-to-ten double-spaced pages in length (not including the title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
• Must include a title page with the following:
o Title of paper
o Student's name
o Course name and number
o Instructor's name
o Date submitted
• Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement. • Must address the topic of critical thinking paper. • Must use headers • Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis. • Must document a minimum of four scholarly sources, in addition to the textbook, in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. • Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Chapters 1-12 Articles: Charan, R. (2006). Home Depot's blueprint for culture change. Harvard Business Review. 84 (4), 60-70. Retrieved from EBSCOhost database.
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Multimedia: Films Media Group (2008). Balance in life and work (Links to an external site.) Links to an external site .. [Video clip]. In 9 to 5 No Longer. Retrieved from https://secure.films.com/OnDemandEmbed.aspx? token = 40875 & amp; = 18596 & loid = 66935 & pl = FOD & w = 420 & h = 315 & ref
