Practicing Success
Read the following passage and answer the question. Rajni, the new CEO of Bharat Ltd., a computer hardware manufacturing company addressed the employees on her first day. She emphasized the importance of employee suggestions and teamwork, and her vision for a fair and efficient workplace. She also stated that she would be stern with lazy employees, as she believes that everyone is equal in the eyes of management. In summary, Rajni's vision for Bharat Ltd. is a company where: Rajni's vision is one of a high-performing organization where employees are valued and respected, but also held accountable for their performance. |
'Employees are encouraged to contribute their suggestions'. Which of the following principle is highlighted in the above statement? |
Initiative Discipline Esprit de corps Subordination of Individual Interest to General Interest |
Initiative |
The correct answer is option 1- Initiative. Employees are encouraged to contribute their suggestions and work together as a team' - This statement highlight the principle Initiative. Initiative: Workers should be encouraged to develop and carry out their plans for improvements according to Fayol. Initiative means taking the first step with self-motivation. It is thinking out and executing the plan. It is one of the traits of an intelligent person. Initiative should be encouraged. But it does not mean going against the established practices of the company for the sake of being different. A good company should have an employee suggestion system whereby initiative/suggestions which result in substantial cost/time reduction should be rewarded.
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