Asked by Justin Diamond on Jun 20, 2024

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Refer to Carlaura's Creamery. The employees are resisting the structure change for which reason if they fear it will tear the fabric of their on-the-job social relationships?

A) Fear of failure
B) Poor timing
C) Break-up of work group
D) Emotional side effect
E) Lack of trust

Structure Change

Modifications or alterations in the organizational architecture, including reshaping departments, authority lines, and job roles to improve efficiency or adapt to new strategies.

Cohesive Group

A group in which members bond tightly with one another and remain motivated to stay part of the group due to shared goals or values.

Employee Resistance

Opposition or pushback by employees toward changes or policies introduced in the workplace, often rooted in fear of the unknown or perceived negative impacts.

  • Recognize different forms of employee resistance to organizational changes and strategies to overcome them.
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Chris LogsdonJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The resistance from employees suggests that they fear the potential break-up of their current work group, which has been cohesive for the past 16 years. This suggests that option C is the most appropriate choice. While options such as fear of failure, poor timing, emotional side effects, and lack of trust could all potentially contribute to employee resistance, they are not specifically mentioned in the context of this scenario.