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Management Chapter-6
Robbins & Coulter 11th Edition
Question | Answer |
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Organizational change | any alteration of people, structure, or technology in an organization |
Change agent | someone who acts as a catalyst and assumes the responsibility for managing the change process |
Organizational development (OD) | change methods that focus on people and the nature and quality of interpersonal work relationships |
Stress | the adverse reaction people have to excessive pressure places on them from extraordinary demands, constraints, or opportunities |
White-Water Rapids Metaphor | The lack of environmental stability and predictability requires that managers and organizations continually adapt (manage change actively) to survive. |
The Calm Waters Metaphor | Lewin’s description of the change process as a break in the organization’s equilibrium state. |
Creativity | the ability to combine ideas in a unique way or make unusual associations between ideas |
Innovation | taking creative ideas and turning them into useful products or work methods |
Idea Champion | individuals who actively and enthusiastically support new ideas, build support, overcome resistance, and ensure that innovations are implemented |