InfoTrac Exercises

Chapter 10 Foundations of Behaviour in Organizations

1. In workplace, cost of stress adds up.

Byline: Andy Smith
Full Text: COPYRIGHT 2007 Providence Journal
Providence Journal (Providence, RI), Oct 21, 2007 pNA
Record: CJ170181534

Abstract: Stress is a part of everyday working life in North America with technology affecting employees’ work/life balance. Flexible scheduling, being able to work from home and communication are all noted to help employees cope with stress.

1. How do you deal with stress? Do you manage your stress in a healthy way?
2. Is it the employer’s responsibility to help workers with their stress level? What types of efforts can help employees deal with stress?
3. Is all stress bad? Do you perform better or worse while under stress? Think of professional athletes as you answer this question.

2. Wanted: A touch of Machiavelli

Byline: David Hovenden
Full Text: COPYRIGHT 2005 News provided by Comtex.
Australasian Business Intelligence, Sept 21, 2005 pNA
Record: A136515319

Abstract: An article from an Australian source depicting a Machiavellian approach to dealing with company politics by taking charge and maintaining integrity in the pursuit of organizational effectiveness.

1. Are you competent and able to gain the trust of others?
2. Would you be comfortable working for an organization that espouses the philosophy described in the article? Why or why not?
3. What might the training mentioned in the article involve?