Decision-making

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QUESTION 1
1. Managers engage in many types of decisions, Decision-making is a process. It includes following a series of actions to achieve a specific outcome. A decision is defined as the process of choosing among two or more alternative paths forward. Decisions occur in response to a problem– a situation without a clear solution. Examples include resolving a conflict or choosing among potential opportunities.
Review the following video by clicking the link and provide your scholary response to the questions below

Values-Drive Decision-Making at Bumble
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1. Think about what Wolfe Herd considered both in taking Bumble public and for how she built the app in general to be used beyond just a customer’s dating journey.
-Using the decision making process outlined in chapter 11, describe a situation where you had to make an indiviudalized decision that had a huge impact. If you dont have a situation, improvise the decision making process as Wolfe Herd.

2. As a manager think about the incorporation of Artificial Intelligence and how its being utlized more now than in the past.

-What are the benefits to using AI for decisions? Are there any drawbacks?

QUESTION 2
1. Communication is defined as a social process of exchanging information involving two or more people. There are barriers to the successfulness of this communication exchange. In the video, the female member states “You always want to fix things and I need you to just listen.” This highlights the communication barriers of emotion and mental. In addition, the male member is failing to exhibit effective listening skills.

Review the following video and provide your scholary response to the questions below 2.
3. Watch Video
4. It’s Not About The Nail
Duration: 1:42
User: n/a – Added: 5/22/13

  • YouTube URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4EDhdAHrOg

What are some problems you face with communicating effectively?
Why is it hard to listen attentively at times?
What recommendations would you give to help others listen more effectively?
What type of leadership style would be of ideal use when managing a newly employed young person?
An experienced older employee? Explain your answers.